Space
New Look At Nebula With Beam That Touches Earth Every Orbit
October 3, 2024, 12:00 pm EDT
Did you know that this nebula’s beam of radiation hits the Earth once every orbit like a lighthouse spinning out in space? Check out what this new composite photo from the James Webb Space Telescope reveals.
Supermoon, Partial Eclipse Dazzle Millions In North America
October 2, 2024, 12:00 pm EDT
It was a brilliant scene late Tuesday night when a partial lunar eclipse coincided with a supermoon. This meant that the moon appeared larger than usual while as much as 8% of the moon was covered by Earth’s shadow. If you missed it, here’s what the phenomenon looked like.
You May Be Able To See The Northern Lights Thursday Night
September 26, 2024, 3:58 pm EDT
A geomagnetic storm that kicked off at the beginning of the week is giving you a shot at seeing the breathtaking northern lights on Thursday night. Watch the video to see if you’re in one of the 17 states that will be in the best viewing area for the aurora borealis.
Starliner Lands Back On Earth, Stranding Crew On ISS
September 24, 2024, 12:00 pm EDT
Clear skies and favorable weather allowed Boeing’s Starliner capsule to make its solo return to Earth, leaving its two astronauts aboard the International Space Station after mission setbacks.
Here’s What The Weather’s Like On Mars
September 23, 2024, 12:00 pm EDT
On Mars, it can be winter at your head and summer at your feet. Here’s a look at the red planet’s extreme weather.
Target Practice: NASA Could Shoot The Moon For Soil Analysis
September 20, 2024, 5:28 pm EDT
A new potential NASA mission involves firing sensor bullets into the lunar surface - quite literally shooting the moon. Here’s how they plan to unlock its secrets with a cosmic bang:
Astronaut Shares Stunning Timelapse Over San Francisco Bay
September 19, 2024, 12:00 pm EDT
Astronaut Matthew Dominick has been on board the International Space Station since March and since then he’s been sharing stunning photographs and videos that show us Earth in ways we’ve never seen before. His latest timelapse video is chocked full of stunning images, watch the video to see it for yourself and see why photographers especially love what Dominick is sharing online.
September Brings Partial Lunar Eclipse, Harvest Moon
September 18, 2024, 12:46 pm EDT
Sept. 14 is International Observe the Moon Night, a great excuse to get outside if the weather is good. This month also brings several other celestial highlights, including the full harvest moon and a partial lunar eclipse. The transition to fall also means new constellations in the sky, including Andromeda, Perseus and Cassiopeia.
With 1,200 MPH Winds, Weather On This Planet Is Terrifying
September 13, 2024, 12:00 pm EDT
Can you guess which planet has massive wind storms and a 40 year-long winter?
Uranus: Extreme Weather On The Tilted Ice Giant
September 13, 2024, 12:00 pm EDT
Explore the world of Uranus, with 21-year seasons, fierce winds, and a quirky, lopsided magnetic field creating wild weather patterns.
