December Stargazing: Supernovae and Winter Stars Guide
Explore December's dark skies, from Tycho's supernova to the Crab Nebula. See Jupiter, Saturn, and the Geminid meteor shower. Your guide to winter astronomy.
Category : Space
Final 2025 Supermoon: How to See the 'Cold Moon' Tonight
The year's last supermoon, the 'Cold Moon', will be closest to Earth tonight, appearing 14% larger and 30% brighter. Find out the best UK viewing times and tips.
Last Supermoon Until 2042 Visible Tonight
The 'Cold Moon', the final and highest Supermoon of 2025, peaks tonight. Don't miss this rare celestial event, not to be seen again at this extreme altitude for 17 years.
NASA finds vital sugars for life on asteroid Bennu
NASA's analysis of the Bennu asteroid sample reveals ribose and glucose, key building blocks for life. This discovery suggests the ingredients for life are widespread. Read the full story.
SpaceX Drops Russian Cosmonaut Over Security Fears
SpaceX has removed cosmonaut Oleg Artemyev from a February mission after he allegedly photographed classified rocket engines. Read the full report on the international incident.
Cosmonaut removed from NASA mission over SpaceX probe
Veteran Russian cosmonaut Oleg Artemyev is under investigation for allegedly photographing sensitive SpaceX documents, violating US arms laws. He has been replaced on the 2026 ISS mission. Read the full story.
Chile's Atacama Desert astronomy under threat from energy project
Leading astronomers warn a major renewable energy complex near Chile's Paranal Observatory poses an 'imminent threat' to global astronomy. Discover the battle to preserve one of Earth's last dark sky sanctuaries.
NASA Uses Death Valley to Test Mars Drone Technology
NASA is testing next-generation drone technology in Death Valley, using its Mars-like terrain to solve navigation problems encountered by the Ingenuity helicopter. Discover how national parks serve as vital extraterrestrial laboratories.
SpaceX Florida Launch Pad Gets Green Light for Starship
SpaceX secures US Air Force approval to redevelop Cape Canaveral's SLC-37 for Starship, aiming for 76 annual launches. A major boost for US space operations and Artemis goals.
NASA Solar Flare Alert: X-Class Blast Risks Power Grids
NASA issues a warning as a powerful X1.9 solar flare could disrupt power grids, GPS, and communications worldwide. Learn about the risks of geomagnetic storms.
Primordial Black Hole Evidence Found in Gravitational Wave Signal
Scientists may have found the first evidence of primordial black holes from the Big Bang. A unique gravitational wave signal detected by LIGO and Virgo could be the 'smoking gun'. Read the full analysis.
Trump's SpaceX Visit Raises NASA Political Concerns
Jared Isaacman's private SpaceX mission, attended by Donald Trump, ignites debate over NASA's future and political influence on US space policy. Read the full analysis.
Chernobyl fungus eats radiation, may protect moon bases
A black fungus thriving in Chernobyl's ruins converts deadly gamma rays into energy. NASA now eyes it as a lightweight shield for lunar astronauts. Discover the science of 'radiosynthesis'.
Mercury's Rare Pre-Dawn Appearance Offers UK Viewing Chance
Early risers in the UK have a rare opportunity to spot elusive Mercury in the pre-dawn sky this week. Find out the best time and how to view it safely.
UK Company Launches First Private Space Science Satellite
London-based Blue Skies Space successfully launches Mauve, the world's first commercial space science satellite, to study stellar flares and exoplanets. Discover how this mission will transform our understanding of the universe.
Russia's only astronaut launch site severely damaged
Major damage at Baikonur Cosmodrome leaves Russia unable to launch astronauts for the first time since 1961. The Soyuz MS-28 crew is safe on the ISS. Read the full analysis.
Russia loses crewed space launch capability after accident
Russia's only crewed launch site suffers major damage during Soyuz mission, marking first time since 1961 the nation cannot send astronauts to space. Read the full analysis.
'Gold' Rock Revealed as Rare 4.6bn-Year-Old Meteorite
A man's suspected gold nugget found near Melbourne was identified as an extremely rare 4.6-billion-year-old meteorite. Discover this astronomical find's journey.
US-Russian crew launches to International Space Station
A joint US-Russian crew of three astronauts has successfully launched to the International Space Station for an eight-month science mission. Discover their groundbreaking research goals.
Earth's Defenses Target Interstellar Object in Drill
UN confirms global planetary defence drill targeting interstellar object 3I/ATLAS. New amateur images reveal stunning details, sparking debate. Discover the latest findings.
£415K for Indigenous Knowledge in Australian Space Policy
Australian Research Council funds groundbreaking project weaving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge into space exploration. Discover how ancient wisdom meets modern science.
Cosmic Butterfly Image Unveiled After Pupil Vote
A stunning new image of the Butterfly Nebula, chosen by Chilean schoolchildren, has been released by astronomers. Discover the cosmic story behind this beautiful formation.
Stunning New Image of Cosmic Butterfly Nebula Revealed
A telescope in Chile captures a breathtaking new image of the Butterfly Nebula, a cosmic wonder 2,500 light-years away. Discover the science behind this stellar phenomenon.
Gayle King Explains Katy Perry's Controversial Space Flight
CBS host Gayle King addresses the backlash to her all-female Blue Origin space mission and reveals why Katy Perry sang during re-entry. Discover the untold story.
Scientists detect lightning on Mars in breakthrough discovery
NASA's Perseverance rover captures crackling sounds of Martian lightning during dust storms. This breakthrough discovery opens new research into the Red Planet's electrical activity and atmospheric conditions.
Scientist Claims First Direct Evidence of Dark Matter
A University of Tokyo astrophysicist may have captured the first direct evidence of dark matter using NASA's Fermi telescope. Read the full story on this cosmic breakthrough.
First Direct Evidence of Dark Matter Discovered?
A new study claims the first direct evidence of dark matter, a breakthrough that could unravel the mystery of the universe's missing mass. Read the full analysis.
Amazon's New Satellite Internet Rivals Starlink
Amazon unveils Leo satellite internet, challenging SpaceX's Starlink with speeds up to 1Gbps. Limited business rollout now, wider availability expected in 2026. Read the full analysis.
China launches emergency space rescue mission
China launches uncrewed Shenzhou 22 spacecraft on emergency mission to rescue three astronauts stranded at Tiangong space station after window damage. Read the full story.
China launches Shenzhou 22 to rescue stranded astronauts
China launches a rescue spacecraft after a damaged vessel leaves three astronauts temporarily stranded on the Tiangong space station. Discover the details of this high-stakes mission.
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