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A failed Soviet Venus probe is expected to fall to Earth today, but when and where? Here's what we know

Brett Tingley published 9 May 25

The Soviet Venus probe Kosmos 482 is expected to fall to Earth on May 10, but exactly when and where remains unknown.

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China uses 'gravity slingshot' to rescue pair of wayward moon satellites

Julian Dossett published 8 May 25

After a pair of satellites failed to reach their desired orbit around the moon last year, China used a novel gravity "slingshot" tactic to get the satellites in the correct spot.

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A failed Soviet Venus probe is falling to Earth, and an astronomer will attempt to catch it on camera on May 8

Samantha Mathewson published 8 May 25

The Virtual Telescope Project aims to observe the anticipated reentry of the former Soviet Union's Cosmos 482 spacecraft as it plunges toward Earth during a live webcast on May 9.

Artist's illustration of NASA's ice-hunting VIPER rover exploring the moon.

What will happen to VIPER? NASA shifts into reverse on canceled moon rover

Josh Dinner published 8 May 25

NASA is no longer asking U.S. companies for proposals to get the ice-hunting VIPER rover to the moon but still hasn't given up on the mission.

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A failed Soviet Venus probe is falling to Earth. Here's what it might look like

Josh Dinner published 8 May 25

Recent sighting of spacecraft and debris burning through the atmosphere during their plummet back to Earth offer some clues as to what the reentry of a failed Soviet Venus lander might look like.

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US Space Force test fires thrusters for moon surveillance spacecraft

Brett Tingley published 8 May 25

The U.S. Space Force tested a new propulsion system designed for satellites that will keep tabs on spacecraft and other objects near the moon.

An aerial view of NYC with water around it. — Satellites show 28 US cities are sinking, including NYC and Chicago: 'Infrastructure can be silently compromised' A new study has found that the 28 most populous cities in the United States — including New York, Chicago, Dallas and Denver — are sinking at rates between two and 10 millimeters (0.08 and 0.4 inches) per year.

The potentially hazardous asteroid 612356 2002 JX8 is pictured against a field of blurry white stars, with its location highlighted with a white arrow. — A stadium-sized asteroid will fly past Earth on May 9, and you can watch it live The 950-foot hunk of primordial matter is classified as a "potentially hazardous asteroid," but that doesn't mean it has a chance of hitting Earth.

An illustration of the Earth looking very small on the right, and an image of the sun on the left. — Earth's skies pulse in sync with the sun's solar flares Earth's atmosphere pulses in sync with the sun's fiery outbursts, indicating it is more sensitive to solar activity than previously thought, according to new research.

Artist's illustration of SpaceX Starships on Mars. — 'Eventually, all life on Earth will be destroyed by the sun': Elon Musk explains his drive to colonize Mars Elon Musk explained the rather depressing fate of life on Earth to Fox News host Jesse Waters, who had asked him why humanity should go to Mars.

a circular white space probe with the red letters "CCCP" on its side is seen in a room — Old Soviet Venus lander's fall to Earth will be no ordinary space junk crash. Here's why The Soviet Union's failed Kosmos 482 Venus probe will fall back to Earth from orbit soon, and it may well make it to the ground in one piece.

A mountain range above lots of spruce trees — Hours before a solar eclipse, spruce trees 'talk' to each other A new study suggests trees in the forest can access ancient memories and "talk" to each other hours before a solar eclipse.

A graphic showing the positions of Venus, Neptune and Saturn in the eastern sky in the pre-dawn hours on the morning of May 8 — Venus, Saturn and Neptune align in the predawn sky this week: Here's how to spot them A treat for the early risers out there.

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Spaceflight

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Astronaut Scott Kelly joins 'Mission Dry,' stars in Goodnites campaign film

By Robert Z. Pearlman published 8 May 25

Astronauts are helping to destigmatize a childhood experience by pointing out the similarities between what some kids wear to bed and what explorers wear into space.

Human Spaceflight

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India delays 1st Gaganyaan astronaut launch to 2027

By Josh Dinner published 8 May 25

India now plans to launch astronauts to Earth orbit for the first time no sooner than 2027, after completing a series of uncrewed flight tests slated to begin later this year.

Human Spaceflight

Science & Astronomy

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New moon of April 2025 sees Venus and Saturn join up in the sky this weekend

By Jesse Emspak published 25 April 25

The new moon occurs April 27, and a day later Venus and Saturn will make a close approach to each other (known as a conjunction) in the predawn sky.

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Mars is covered in evidence of ancient lakes, rain and snow — but scientists aren't sure how that's possible

By Victoria Corless published 24 April 25

Valleys on Mars suggest the Red Planet was once covered in flowing water — but it's still a mystery how that could have been.

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Search For Life

This strange bacteria aligns to Earth's magnetic field and needs friends to survive

By Jessica Rendall published 2 May 25

A unique type of bacteria appears to have social groups — left alone, they'd die.

Search for Life

Doubts over signs of alien life on exoplanet K2-18b are rising: 'This is evidence of the scientific process at work'

By Sharmila Kuthunur published 1 May 25

An independent analysis of recent data from K2-18b casts doubt on claims of detecting alien life on the distant exoplanet.

Search for Life

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The pursuit of truths: A letter on the boy who cried aliens (op-ed)

By Darryl Seligman, Adina Feinstein published 29 April 25

As scientists, we must not forget our collective direction: the pursuit of truths and our responsibility to share these truths — and only these truths — with humanity.

Search for Life

Skywatching

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Best telescopes 2025: Bring the universe closer with the best telescopes for stars, planets, nebulas and more

By Gemma Lavender last updated 8 May 25

Buying Guide Here are the best telescopes for a range of different purposes and budgets — beginner to smart telescopes and everything in between. Keep your eyes peeled for deals, too.

Northern lights forecasts, alerts, and geomagnetic storm warnings - live updates

By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 8 May 25

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.

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Night sky for tonight: Visible planets, stars and more in this evening's sky

By Jamie Carter last updated 8 May 25

Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.

Entertainment

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Teenage drama is interrupted by extraterrestrial phenomena in this exclusive clip for 'Watch the Skies' (video)

By Jeff Spry published 8 May 25

Weird electromagnetic mayhem breaks out in this thrilling new preview.

Space Movies & Shows

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'The Rocky Horror Picture Show' returns to theaters later this year for 50th anniversary of Transylvanian aliens landing on Earth

By Jeff Spry published 8 May 25

"Shiver with antici… pation!" as those over-sexed aliens from the planet Transexual celebrate their Golden Anniversary in 2025.

Space Movies & Shows

Destiny 2: The Edge of Fate and Renegades

'Destiny 2' is getting four new expansions, including a 'Star Wars' crossover that adds lightsabers and blasters (video)

By Fran Ruiz published 7 May 25

Bungie might be dropping a Marathon reboot on us this year, but Destiny 2 ain't going anywhere, and its content plans for 2025 and 2026 are enticing to say the least.

References

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Space calendar 2025: Rocket launches, skywatching events, missions & more!

By Space.com last updated 8 May 25

Reference Keep up with all the rocket launches, astronomical events and mission milestones for 2025 with our space calendar.

Best stargazing apps: Image shows person holding mobile up to starry night sky

Best stargazing apps 2025: AR apps and virtual star maps to help you navigate the night sky

By Jase Parnell-Brookes last updated 8 May 25

Buying Guide Looking for the best stargazing apps to learn about the night sky? We've rounded up our favorites right here.

What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2025

By Tariq Malik, Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 8 May 25

Reference See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2025.

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