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Scientists discover exoplanet with supersonic winds — the fastest in the known universe
By Sharmila Kuthunur published
With winds blowing at 20,500 mph, "the planet has complex weather patterns just like Earth and other planets of our own system," scientists said.
Blue Origin to simulate moon gravity on Jan. 28 New Shepard suborbital launch
By Mike Wall published
Blue Origin will launch the 29th mission of its New Shepard suborbital vehicle on Jan. 28, on an uncrewed research flight that will simulate lunar gravity conditions.
Chinese rocket booster falls to Earth, explodes near home (video)
By Andrew Jones published
China successfully launched a classified satellite on Thursday (Jan. 23), but a spent booster from the mission fell shockingly close to a family home.
Watch 'planetary parade' online for free on Jan. 25
By Samantha Mathewson published
"There's so much universe out there. We need as many people looking up as we can."
Blue Ghost moon lander sees Earth as a 'blue marble' from orbit (photo)
By Brett Tingley published
Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost moon lander caught haunting images of Earth as it prepares to make its way towards lunar orbit.
Thinking of Buying a Telescope? Here's Our Advice
By Joe Rao published
In some cases, binoculars are a better bet.
The 1st monster black hole ever imaged has messy eating habits
By Robert Lea published
A new analysis of M87*, the first black hole imaged by humanity, has revealed turbulence in the matter around it, which this supermassive black hole feasts upon.
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Space.com's image of the day rounds up the most awe-inspiring space photos right here, with a new image everyday.
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