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Dark energy is still accelerating the expansion of the universe, and astronomers are relieved. 'Thankfully, we have averted this crisis'

By Robert Lea published 22 June 26

The expansion of the universe is still accelerating under the influence of dark energy, despite recent claims to the contrary averting a cosmological crisis, according to new research.

'Control Resonant' takes inspiration from 'Devil May Cry', 'Neon Genesis Evangelion', and 'Inception' to craft a trippy sci-fi action game

By George Yang published 22 June 26

The more things change, the more things stay the same.

'Let's not fool the public': Why moon art should be more realistic in the Artemis age

By Leonard David published 22 June 26

As NASA's Artemis program hits its stride, there's an urgent need to guard against artistic misrepresentations of the moon, experts say.

Our expert thinks this pocket-friendly drone is brilliant for beginners, and it's $30 off ahead of Amazon Prime Day

By Chris McMullen published 22 June 26

Deals Looking to take to the skies but are new to drone flying? This DJI Neo is super simple to use and it's the best drone deal at 15% off before Prime Day begins tomorrow

On this day in space! June 22, 2000: Possible evidence of liquid found on Mars

By Hanneke Weitering last updated 22 June 26

On June 22, 2000, NASA announced possible evidence of present-day liquid water on Mars.

Our sun is destined to 'kick and spit' its way across the solar system when it dies

By Robert Lea published 22 June 26

Scientists have discovered that dying stars don't go down without a fight, with red giants spitting out blobs of plasma and receiving a corresponding "kick."

James Webb Space Telescope captures the star-forming clouds of Orion A in stunning detail | Space photo of the day for June 22, 2026

By Robert Lea published 22 June 26

The Orion A region has never looked as colorful and vibrant.

Amazon Prime Day 2026 starts tomorrow

By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated 22 June 26

Deals Prime Day starts tomorrow but there are plenty of early deals on telescopes, cameras and drones.

Launch monster: SpaceX has lofted more satellites than everyone else in history, combined

By Mike Wall published 22 June 26

SpaceX has now launched more satellites than the rest of humanity combined — and the gap will continue to widen over time.

Could we actually terraform Mars? Scientists are trying to find out

By Leonard David published 22 June 26

Scientists have drawn up a research blueprint for assessing the viability of warming the Red Planet, outlining what it might take to make Mars a place in space where Earth life can thrive.