Latest articles by Christine Lunsford
In Photos: Hurricane Maria Seen from Space
Hurricane Maria peaked as a massive Category 5 storm as it rolled across the Caribbean in September 2017. See photos of Hurricane Maria from space by satellites in our gallery here.
The Arecibo Observatory: Puerto Rico's Giant Radio Telescope in Photos
The Arecibo Observatory is an icon of astronomy. The giant radio telescope in Puerto Rico is the second-largest of its kind on Earth. See photos of Arecibo over the years in our gallery here.
Gemini 10: NASA's Epic 1st Double Rendezvous Mission in Photos
Gemini 10 was the eighth crewed space mission of NASA's Gemini program. Launched in 1966, the mission's purpose was to conduct rendezvous and docking tests in orbit.
Hurricane Irma in Photos: Space Views of a Monster Storm
See photos of Hurricane Irma, a monster Category 4 storm, as it devastated the Caribbean and hit the U.S. mainland in Florida in September 2017.
Lego's Biggest Set Ever! The UCS Millennium Falcon in Photos
The 2017 Lego UCS Millennium Falcon comes in at 7,541 pieces - the most ever for Lego - and costs $799. See more photos of the awesome new set for "Star Wars" collectors.
Space Station Photos: Expedition 52 Crew in Orbit
See photos of the astronauts and cosmonauts in the Expedition 52 mission to the International Space Station.
In Photos: Zero-G Flight Grants Weightless Wishes for Kids
Eight children got to experience weightlessness on a parabolic flight on Aug. 24, 2017 with the help of the European Space Agency and Zero Gravity Corporation.
Here Are 2017 Solar Eclipse Photos From Instagram, Twitter and the Web
See the first photos of the Great American Solar Eclipse and its crowds on Aug. 21 as they come in from Twitter, Instagram and around the web.
Photos: Coolest 2017 Solar Eclipse Signs and Celebrations
Across the U.S. today, people are celebrating the Great American Solar Eclipse. Here are some photos of eclipse parties and the signs people made to mark the event.
Here Are the Best Maps of the 2017 Solar Eclipse (and a Printable Poster)
To help you plan your Great American Solar Eclipse, we've compiled the best map resources for the totality and partial phases of the eclipse, and when to see them.
Astronaut Spies Fiery River from the International Space Station
On Aug. 6, NASA astronaut Jack Fischer tweeted an fantastic image of the Cuando and Zambesi rivers with the sun glinting off them creating a stunning fiery reflection.
Typhoon Noru's Fury Seen from Space by Astronauts, Satellites
Three space fliers posted views of Super Typhoon Noru whirling across Earth Aug. 1, and satellites caught vivid images of the storm as well.
In Images: Solar Eclipses Depicted in Fine Art
For hundreds of years, artists have incorporated the spectacular sight of an eclipse into their paintings.
Awesome 'Star Trek: Discovery' Posters & Still Photos Revealed at Comic-Con
Set phasers to "Wow!" Check out these awesome new "Star Trek: Discovery" posters and sneak-peek photos from the new Trek series unveiled at the 2017 San Diego Comic-Con!
Satellite Spots Bolivian Salt Plain from Space
The more than 3,861 square miles of the giant Salar de Uyuni in Bolivia provides salt to locals, lithium for the world's batteries and even technical help for satellite radar altimeters.
NASA Missions and the American Flag (Photos)
The American flag has played a prominent role in NASA missions; here's a look at the flag and NASA, in space and on the ground.
Colorful Clouds on Jupiter by Juno
During Juno's seventh of 37 expected orbits, JunoCam captured this fantastical image showing many details of Jupiter's atmosphere.
Glowing Nebula Decorates Space in Hubble Image
A splendid nebula decorates the cosmos 2,000 light-years from Earth.
