Space
NASA Concerned Over Potential ‘Catastrophic Failure’ On ISS
June 24, 2025, 12:00 pm EDT
Questions are rising about safety on the International Space Station. Much of the worry focuses on ongoing cracks and air leaks in a tunnel section of the ISS that connects to a docking port. While Russian partners and the U.S. disagree about whether it’s a major safety issue, SpaceNews reported that NASA has raised concerns about “the possibility of a catastrophic failure.”
Katy Perry, Gayle King Launch On Blue Origin Rocket
June 15, 2025, 2:14 pm EDT
Singer Katy Perry and journalist Gayle King were part of a six-woman crew launched into space from West Texas Monday. They trip came aboard a rocket built by Blue Origin, owned by Amazon billionaire Jeff Bezos. Also on board were Bezo’s fiance Lauren Sanchez: former NASA engineer Aisha Bowe; Amanda Nguyen, a scientist and advocate for sexual violence survivors; and film producer Kerianne Flynn. The 10-minute flight took the women up to more than 340,000 feet, considered to be just past the edge of space. The weather was perfect, too.
Skywatching May 5-9: Eta Aquariids, Saturn, Venus and More
June 10, 2025, 6:14 pm EDT
The Eta Aquariids meteor shower peaks May 5-6, offering a chance to catch shooting stars, especially in the Southern Hemisphere. Saturn’s rare equinox will give us a unique view of its rings. And Venus, Mars, Jupiter and Mercury are all making appearances this week. Look for the Beehive Cluster in Cancer.
Pro Tips For Watching The Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse
June 10, 2025, 6:14 pm EDT
The blood moon total lunar eclipse happens Thursday night into Friday morning. Here’s your guide to what time to watch the eclipse, whether you need any special equipment to see the red moon and some tips on how to get great photographs of the eclipse from your smartphone.
Catch The Mesmerizing Blood Moon On March 13
June 10, 2025, 6:14 pm EDT
Mark your calendars for March, when the moon will glow a striking red in a rare total lunar eclipse known as a “blood moon.” Visible across all 50 states, Canada and Mexico, this celestial event will rely on clear skies for a perfect view. Here’s who has the best chance of seeing the first total lunar eclipse in three years.
See The Rare Event That Made 2025’s First Full Moon Special
June 10, 2025, 6:14 pm EDT
The first full moon of 2025 is called the Wolf Moon because at this time of year, packs of wolves are often heard howling on frigid, winter nights. But a rare lunar dance with Mars made this full moon extra special – watch the video to see it for yourself.
May 30-June 5 Sky Watch: Earthshine, Venus, Mars, Arietids
June 6, 2025, 1:00 pm EDT
Ready to dive into another week of cosmic wonders? From earthshine illuminating the crescent Moon to Venus shining brightest in the pre-dawn sky, this week’s celestial events are packed with excitement. Mars pairs up with the Moon in Leo, and the arietids meteor shower offers a cosmic secret for early risers. Whether you’re watching Jupiter, Saturn, or exploring the Areitids meteor shower, this week’s sky is full of surprises you won’t want to miss.
Asteroid Evades Early Warning Monitors, Crashes In Pacific
June 2, 2025, 12:00 pm EDT
A small asteroid collided with Earth in the Pacific Ocean after evading impact monitors. It was the third “imminent impactor” this year. A network of telescopes called ATLAS monitors the sky watching for moving objects.
May 23-29 Sky Watch: Mercury, Mars, Venus And The Beehive
May 30, 2025, 12:54 pm EDT
A week full of cosmic delights! From the crescent moon teaming up with Mercury and Aldebaran to Venus reaching its highest point in the predawn sky. Watch Mars pair with Regulus in Leo, and check out the Beehive cluster if you haven’t seen it this month.
What Was This Strange Space Object Filmed In Mexico?
May 25, 2025, 11:16 am EDT
Witnesses watched in awe as an object streaked across the sky in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, over the weekend. But it’s not yet known what the space object was. Some have speculated that it was a meteorite or space debris.
