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'Joy,' a plush baby swan, will launch with Axiom Mission-4 crew as zero-g indicator
By Robert Z. Pearlman published
When an international crew of astronauts launch on a commercial space mission, they will be joined by a स्वैन, a łabędź or a hattyú. Or, in English, a swan.

ispace's Resilience spacecraft lands on the moon this week: Here's how to see the landing zone on the lunar surface
By Anthony Wood published
The lander won't be visible from Earth, but its landing site on Mare Frigoris will be.

A tiny star gave birth to a giant exoplanet, but no one knows how
By Keith Cooper published
A giant exoplanet is surprisingly chill given how close it is to its red dwarf star — perhaps because the star is so little.

Mount Etna's terrifying eruption from orbit | Space photo of the day for June 4, 2025
By Kenna Hughes-Castleberry published
A satellite from the European Space Agency captured huge plumes of ash and smoke from Europe's largest volcano.

How an odd star in the 'Gaia Sausage' could help solve one of astronomy's most enduring mysteries
By Victoria Corless published
The discovery of a metal-rich star packed with both light and heavy elements hints at exotic stellar explosions and the role of ancient dwarf galaxies in seeding the cosmos with uranium and thorium.

Best binoculars 2025: Survey the night sky, spot nebulas, galaxies and more
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Buying Guide We've picked the best binoculars for stargazing, comet viewing and nature watching. Keep an eye out for deals and do your research here to prepare.

Japanese company ispace will attempt historic moon landing on June 5
By Andrew Jones published
Tokyo-based ispace hopes to succeed where its 2023 mission fell short, with a new lander, new software and a new chance at lunar history.

What time will Japan's ispace Resilience probe land on the moon on June 5? How to watch it live.
By Tariq Malik last updated
The Japanese company ispace will attempt to land its Resilience lander on the moon on June 5. Here's what time and how to watch it live.
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