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A mystery object is holding this 120 million-mile-wide cloud of vaporized metal together
By Robert Lea published
"Stars like the sun don’t just stop shining for no reason."

NASA's Artemis 2 moon rocket is on the launch pad. What's next?
By Elizabeth Howell published
Artemis 2 is at the launch pad, but several big tests must be performed before it launches as soon as Feb. 6.

Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin will refly booster on next launch of powerful New Glenn rocket
By Mike Wall published
Blue Origin will use a flight-proven booster on the next launch of its New Glenn rocket. The liftoff, which is targeted for late February, will be just the third for New Glenn to date.

Two cosmic dogs rule the winter sky — here's how to spot them this week
By Joe Rao published
Learn how to spot Sirius, Procyon and their canine constellations, and discover the myths and science behind the dog stars.

The best telescopes for beginners 2026: The best for budding new astronomers
By Gemma Lavender last updated
Buying Guide Ready to start your astronomy journey?

By the power of nostalgia! The live-action 'Masters of the Universe' trailer is finally here, and it actually looks good (video)
By Jeff Spry published
Spawned by Mattel's classic 1980s toy line, this summer spectacle arrives June 5, 2026.

Best telescopes 2026: Observe stars, galaxies and nebulas
By Gemma Lavender last updated
Buying Guide These are the best telescopes for stargazing and astronomy with top models from Unistellar, Celestron and ZWO.

A colossal asteroid may have warped the moon from the inside out
By Keith Cooper published
The findings are a big clue as to why the far and near hemispheres of the moon look so different.
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