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'Starfleet Academy' creators talk bringing a 20th-century American play into 32nd-century 'Star Trek' (Interview)
'We're about to have an insanely adrenalized ride these last two episodes.'
Astronomers unveil largest 3D universe map of its kind, illuminating 'hidden' cosmic structures
Astronomers have unveiled one of the most ambitious maps yet of the early universe, revealing a vast "sea of light" between galaxies that had remained otherwise hidden in previous surveys.
The best accessories for your new astrophotography camera
These astrophotography camera accessories are worth adding to your setup in 2026.
Vast raises $500 million to keep developing 'Haven' private space stations
Vast has raised $500 million in new funding, which the California startup will put toward its goal of getting private space stations up and running in Earth orbit.
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.
On this day in space: March 5, 1982: Soviet Venera 14 probe lands on Venus
On March 5, 1982, the Soviet Union's Venera 14 spacecraft landed on Venus!
The Rubin Observatory will change the game for astronomy — if satellite companies don't get in the way
Scientists gathered in a conference earlier this year in an effort to solve the issue of satellite streaks ruining a powerful new Earth-based observatory's data.
Night sky for tonight (March 5): Hunt for zodiacal light in the western sky after sunset
Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.
