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Easter is coming late in 2025, astronomically speaking. Here's why
By Joe Rao published
Easter falls on the Sunday that follows the first full moon occurring on or after the day of the spring equinox. So it seems like Easter should be this weekend. Here's why it isn't.

Rocket launch today: Is there a rocket launch and what time?
By Josh Dinner, Tariq Malik last updated
Follow Space.com's rocket launch blog for the latest on when the next rocket launch will be and how to follow it live.

The newest GOES weather satellite in NOAA's fleet is now fully operational (video)
By Meredith Garofalo published
The powerful GOES-19 satellites, one of the most advanced ever built, has taken on a new name.

Auroras could spice up April's Full Pink 'micromoon' this weekend
By Meredith Garofalo published
There’s a chance to see both a Full Pink micromoon and the northern lights in the sky for some this weekend.

Trump administration could slash NASA science budget by 50%, reports suggest
By Monisha Ravisetti published
Budget passback documents reportedly suggest the White House wants to cut NASA's budget by half — possibly closing down Goddard Space Flight Center.

Elon Musk's DOGE team given 'alarming degree' of access to NASA systems, House Democrats say
By Monisha Ravisetti published
"None of these three individuals possess the slightest background or experience in space policy or government service."

The Fantastic Four suit up in awesome spacesuits in this sneak peek at 'The Fantastic Four: First Steps'
By Jeff Spry published
Marvel's First Family is dressed for success against the Devourer of Worlds

'The Empire can not win' — A pair of explosive 'Andor' Season 2 teasers drop ahead of April 22 release (video)
By Jeff Spry published
We're less than two weeks out for Disney+'s rousing 'Rogue One' prequel series return!

Private Astroscale probe will refuel Space Force satellites high above Earth on landmark 2026 mission
By Andrew Jones published
Astroscale and Orbit Fab are teaming up to refuel U.S. Space Force satellites in geostationary orbit high above Earth, demonstrating a capability that could reshape space operations.
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