Mars orbiter sees 'butterfly' crater spread its wings on the Red Planet
A new view of Mars showcases a dramatic impact crater on the Red Planet with its debris wings unfurling across the surface like a butterfly in flight.
Skywatching
Aurora forecast for Dec. 5-7: Small northern lights boost possible this weekend
The latest aurora forecast for tonight help you make sure you're in the right place at the right time to see the northern lights.
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Spaceflight
SpaceX launches 28 Starlink satellites to orbit from California (video)
SpaceX launched yet another batch of its Starlink internet satellites on Thursday (Dec. 4), sending 28 of them up from California's central coast.
Was Elon Musk in the room where it happened? This senator still wants to know
As he did eight months ago, Sen. Ed Markey asked Jared Isaacman if Elon Musk was in the room when President Trump first offered him the job of NASA chief. And, once again, Isaacman demurred.
Damaged launch pad: How long before Russia can send astronauts to the ISS again?
A mishap during the successful Nov. 27 launch of three astronauts damaged the only pad that currently supports Russian crewed orbital liftoffs. How long before things are back up and running again?
Science & Astronomy
Glowing bridge links dwarf galaxies in stunning new image from the James Webb Space Telescope
This infrared view offers the clearest look yet at how dwarf galaxies merge, evolve, trade gas and ignite waves of new stars.
Rare images reveal active sunspots minutes before they unleashed powerful X-flares that caused November 2025's stunning auroras
We don't often get a good look at X-class solar flares from ground-based observatories.
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Northern lights - live updates
The latest aurora forecast for tonight help you make sure you're in the right place at the right time to see the northern lights.
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Rocket launch today
Follow Space.com's rocket launch blog for the latest on when the next rocket launch will be and how to follow it live.
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Night sky for tonight
Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.
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Live 4K video from space!
Witness live views of Earth from the International Space Station as it orbits the planet. Space streaming company Sen is broadcasting 24/7 from the ISS in beautiful 4K HD.
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On this day in space!
NASA astronaut Sally Ride became the first American woman in space aboard the space shuttle Challenger.
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ReferenceWhat is the moon phase today?
See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2025.
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ReferenceSpace calendar 2025
Keep up with all the rocket launches, astronomical events and mission milestones for 2025 with our space calendar.
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Search For Life
Beyond the habitable zone: Exoplanet atmospheres are the next clue to finding life on planets orbiting distant stars
But being in this sweet spot doesn't automatically mean a planet is hospitable to life.
Technology
Struck by a cosmic ray: Galactic particles may have forced a passenger jet to make an emergency landing
A cosmic ray from a faraway supernova explosion may have sent a packed passenger jet into free fall in late October, forcing an emergency landing.
The best Drone deals 2025: The best deals for all budgets
We've rounded up the best drone deals from a range of reputable retailers as top names are currently discounted.
Looking for a last-minute bargain? These Cyber Monday streaming, Lego and drone deals are must-haves, but time's running out, so you'll have to hurry
Here's a quick, one-stop shop of the best last-minute must-get Cyber Monday streaming, Lego and drone deals still available, but they won't be for long.