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FAA requires investigation of anomaly on SpaceX's Crew-9 astronaut launch
By Mike Wall published
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration is requiring an investigation of the anomaly a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket experienced during the Crew-9 astronaut launch on Sept. 28.
China unveils spacesuit for moonwalking astronauts (video)
By Leonard David published
China has revealed the design of its moonwalking spacesuit, which the nation hopes to start putting to use on the lunar surface by 2030.
A star-studded Rosette nebula brings gorgeous color to the cosmos
By Keith Cooper published
The Rosette Nebula in Monoceros is captured in all its glory, revealing the sites of star formation and the feedback effects of stars that have already coalesced out of the nebula's molecular gases.
Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS wows skywatchers around the world and astronauts in space (photos, video)
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is lighting up skies around the world. We take a look at some of the best photos taken from the ground and from space.
How long will the annular solar eclipse on Oct. 2 last?
By Jamie Carter published
The "ring of fire" duration depends on where you are watching it from.
On this day in space! Oct. 1, 1958: Happy Birthday, NASA!
By Hanneke Weitering last updated
On Oct. 1, 1958, NASA was born!
Space pictures! See our space image of the day
By Space.com Staff last updated
Space.com's image of the day rounds up the most awe-inspiring space photos right here, with a new image everyday.
James Webb Space Telescope deciphers the origins of Pluto's icy moon Charon
By Robert Lea published
Using the James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have discovered carbon dioxide and hydrogen peroxide at the surface of Pluto's largest moon, Charon, potentially shedding light on its origins.
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