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NASA sent a FIFA World Cup 2026 ball to the ISS so astronauts can test their footwork in zero gravity (video)
By Elizabeth Howell published
Soccer balls are tricky to design for proper spin. NASA highlighted how it is helping with FIFA ball design — and providing entertainment for ISS astronauts.

As 'Avatar: Fire & Ash' hits Disney+, we look at 3 of the weirdest alien creatures in the 'Avatar' movies
By Fran Ruiz published
As 'Avatar: Fire & Ash' hits Disney+, we delve into the jungles of Pandora to learn about three of the Avatar series’ coolest alien creatures.

“Seeing this Nikon Z8 deal is painful — especially since I bought mine at full price!” Our Senior Manager took the hit so you don’t have to!
By Tantse Walter published
Deals When Jase found out about Walmart's lowest-ever price tag for one of our favorite cameras for astrophotography, we almost didn't share it with them.

NASA looks for the origins of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS | Space photo of the day for June 24, 2026
By Chelsea Gohd published
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope is finding clues that are leading scientists toward the origins of the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS.

ESA chief calls for greater European space autonomy as trust in US partnership erodes
By Andrew Jones published
The cancellation of Gateway and Mars Sample Return exposed just how dependent Europe's space ambitions are on U.S. decisions. ESA's director general says that has to change.

It's a crime these Lego Star Wars sets are being retired but you can save big before they go
By Chris McMullen published
Deals I love Lego Star Wars but I think it should be illegal to retire sets, especially with the Star Wars 50th anniversary next year. Luckily, there are big savings on these retired and retiring models.

These are the 7 best sci-fi games I saw at Summer Game Fest 2026
By George Yang last updated
This is where the fun begins.

'Everybody wanted to be the first': Apollo astronauts were more competitive, Artemis 2 pilot says
By Mike Wall published
NASA's Artemis moon program differs from Apollo in many ways, including the attitudes of its astronauts.

Amazon Prime Day 2026: Two days in, two days left
By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated
Deals We are deep into day 2 of Prime Day and deals are in full swing. Our experts are tracking the best prices on drones, telescopes, Lego and much more.

You can get my favorite image-stabilized binoculars for their cheapest ever price in this incredible anti-Prime Day deal
By Harry Bennett last updated
Deals The Fujinon Techno-Stabi TS-L 1640 image-stabilized binoculars are the best for steady stargazing at high magnification. Walmart is selling them for their cheapest ever price but it could jump up at any moment.
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