Astronomers just named an asteroid after 'Weird Al' Yankovic
The International Astronomical Union (IAU) recently approved naming an asteroid after musician and actor 'Weird' Al Yankovic.
Skywatching
Happy first day of fall! Astronomical autumn arrives in the Northern Hemisphere today
The September equinox arrives today, triggering the start of astronomical autumn in the Northern Hemisphere.
Spaceflight
On this day in space! Sept. 22, 2006: Japan launches Hinode solar observatory to study the sun's magnetic field like never before
On Sept. 22, 2006, the Japanese Aerospace Exploration Agency launched a sun-observing satellite called Hinode to study the sun's magnetic field. Here's why it mattered.
The future of spacecraft windows: 'We can't just live in a box'
Windows are key to astronauts' comfort and mental health, but they pose risks to a spacecraft's structural integrity. Here's a look at how engineers make them work.
Hypersonic weapon test? North Korea says it just launched a new 'ultra-modern' missile
North Korean state media says the nation launched a new type of missile on Sunday (Sept. 20), one that's apparently topped with a hypersonic glide vehicle.
Science & Astronomy
Earth is getting a new map — but it's impossible to draw planets accurately. Here's why
Earth is getting a new world map that more accurately depicts how much land countries contain — but surprisingly similar issues plague interplanetary mapmakers, too.
What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2026
Reference See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2026.
Space Photo of the Day
Astronaut spies city lights, auroras and star trails from the ISS | Space photo of the day for Sept. 22, 2026
City lights streak by as stars twinkle in the distance in this image captured from aboard the International Space Station.
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Northern lights - live updatesThe 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 todayFollow 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 tonightFind 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 2025Keep up with all the rocket launches, astronomical events and mission milestones for 2025 with our space calendar.
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Search For Life
Microscopic alien technology may be hidden in moon dust, scientists say
Could we find alien technology embedded in moon dust?
Technology
Our expert gave these powerful, budget-friendly binoculars five stars and now they're over $100 off
Deals Looking for quality binoculars but don't want to spend a fortune? Our expert gave Nikon's M7 range our maximum rating and now the 10x42 model is the cheapest it's been in a long time.
The battlefield now extends all the way to the moon, U.S. military's highest-ranking officer says
The battlefield that the U.S. military must prepare for and excel in now extends from the seafloor all the way out to the moon, according to Gen. Dan Caine, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
