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On this day in space: Jan. 13, 1978: NASA hires first female astronauts
On January 13, 1978, NASA selected its eighth and most diverse class of astronauts yet.
Rocket launch today: Is there a rocket launch and what time?
Follow Space.com's rocket launch blog for the latest on when the next rocket launch will be and how to follow it live.
We may be witnessing the messy death of a star in real time
For over two centuries, we have watched the red giant R Leonis dim and brighten with regularity, but this 'heartbeat' is beginning to speed up near the end of the star's life.
ISS astronauts spy airglow and dwarf galaxy | Space photo of the day for Jan. 13, 2026
Astronauts on the International Space Station were not only treated to a sight from Earth's atmosphere recently but also caught a glimpse of one of the Milky Way's nearest galactic neighbors.
This company is taking $1 million reservations for hotel rooms on the moon
A California-based start-up wants to open a hotel on the moon by 2032 and is now accepting bookings for the out-of-this world travel experience.
Get a huge 25% off these Canon image-stabilized binoculars — one of our favorites for stargazing under the new moon
Deals The Canon 12x36 IS III binoculars are a great pair of image-stabilized optics that allow for shake-free observation of stars, nebulas and star clusters. They are now only $656 from Amazon.
Aurora forecast Jan. 13 - Northern lights could delight at high latitudes tonight
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.
Night sky tonight: See the 'Wintermaker' dominate the sky after dark
Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.
