Theory of Relativity in Space: Latest science, tests and images
Join our Space Forums to keep talking space on the latest missions, night sky and more! And if you have a news tip, correction or comment, let us know at: community@space.com.
Latest about theory of relativity
'New Era' of Astrophysics: Why Gravitational Waves Are So Important
By Calla Cofield published
Nearly Perfect 'Einstein Ring' Forged From Ancient Galaxy (Image)
By Shannon Hall published
An early galaxy has been transformed into an almost perfect circle, thanks to the twisting and bending of light by gravity.
Near-Perfect Free Fall in Space Sets Stage for Gravitational Wave Hunt
By Mike Wall published
Einstein's Theory of Relativity Holds True for Early Universe, 3D Map Confirms
By Nola Taylor Tillman published
Gravitational Wave Discovery Team Awarded $3 Million
By Mike Wall published
The team that made the first-ever direct detection of gravitational waves has just won a special $3 million Breakthrough Prize.
Elusive Dark Matter Galaxy Revealed by Cosmic Lens
By Nola Taylor Tillman published
Sometimes, a flaw in your magnifying glass can be a good thing; in this case, it can even reveal invisible dark-matter galaxies.
Clocking the Extreme Spin of a Monster Black Hole
By Ian O'Neill published
Astronomers have observed a supermassive black hole in a distant quasar and made a stunning discovery — it's spinning one-third the speed of light.
Get the Space.com Newsletter
Breaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!