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Earth safe from 'city-killer' asteroid 2024 YR4 'That's impact probability zero folks!'
By Robert Lea published
The chances of asteroid 2024 YR4 hitting our planet are now zero. Last week, it was the riskiest asteroid to hit our planet since records began.

Total lunar eclipse March 2025: Live updates
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
The next lunar eclipse will be overnight on March 13-14, 2025.

Where will the 'Blood Moon' total lunar eclipse be visible in March 2025?
By Jamie Carter published
A total lunar eclipse on March 13-14, 2025, will be visible across Earth's night side. See detailed maps of where and when to watch the dramatic 'Blood Moon'.

NASA's 'SPHEREx' infrared space telescope is launching this week. Here's why it's a big deal
By Sharmila Kuthunur published
Scientists aim to answer some of the most fundamental questions about the universe using NASA's newest space telescope, SPHEREx, which is set to launch Feb. 28.

Northern lights forecasts, alerts, and geomagnetic storm warnings
By Daisy Dobrijevic last updated
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 for tonight: Visible planets, stars and more in this evening's sky
By Jamie Carter last updated
Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.

On this day in space! Feb. 23, 1990: Pioneer 11 heads out of the solar system
By Hanneke Weitering last updated
On Feb. 23, 1990, NASA's Pioneer 11 spacecraft left the solar system!

Rocket launch today: Is there a rocket launch and what time?
By Tariq Malik, Josh Dinner last updated
Follow Space.com's rocket launch blog for the latest on when the next rocket launch will be and how to follow it live.
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