NASA's Roman Telescope Launches on Mission to Decode Dark Energy
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launched Aug. 30, 2026, to probe dark energy, exoplanets, and more.
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NASA 'Jellyfish' on Mars: Cosmic Ray Artifact, Not Alien Life, Experts Say
A viral 'jellyfish' photo from NASA's Curiosity rover is likely a cosmic ray artifact, not alien life. Experts explain why.
Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse 2026: Deepest Partial Eclipse Since 2024 Peaks Tonight
A 96.2% partial lunar eclipse peaks tonight, turning the Moon blood-red. It's the deepest since 2024 and the finale of a rare almost-tetrad.
Total Solar Eclipse 2026 Dazzles Spain, Partial Sights Seen in Romania
The August 12, 2026 total solar eclipse crossed Spain and Iceland, thrilling skywatchers as Romanians witnessed a partial show at sunset.
Solar Eclipse Glasses Sold Out? DIY Pinhole Viewers Offer Safe Way to Watch
With solar eclipse glasses sold out across the UK, DIY pinhole projectors offer a safe, easy way to view the August 12, 2026 partial eclipse.
SpaceX Louisiana Launch Site Plan Faces Backlash Over Fragile Ecosystem
SpaceX's plan for a vast Louisiana launch site stirs opposition over environmental risks to Pecan Island's migratory bird habitats and coastal ecosystem.
SpaceX Falcon 9 Rocket Stage to Crash Into Moon on Wednesday in Unintentional Impact
A four-ton SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket stage will unintentionally crash into the Moon on Aug. 5, creating a new crater and raising concerns for future lunar missions
August 12 Total Solar Eclipse: Path, Viewing Guide, and Celestial Events
NASA details the Aug. 12, 2026 total solar eclipse sweeping Greenland, Iceland, Spain, plus a planetary parade and Perseid peak.
Northern Lights Forecast: 9 States May See Aurora Tonight as CMEs Hit
NOAA predicts aurora visibility across 9 northern U.S. states tonight as two CMEs arrive. Learn where and when to watch the northern lights.
Double Meteor Shower Peaks This Week: How to Watch Before the Perseids Arrive
Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids peak July 30-31, but moonlight may dim the show. Here’s how and when to watch before the Perseids in August.
Perseid Meteor Shower 2026 Peaks Under New Moon, Promising a Dazzling Show
The Perseid meteor shower peaks Aug. 12-13 under a new moon, offering up to 100 meteors per hour. Expert tips on best viewing locations and how to watch.
New Jersey Meteorite Reveals Organic Molecules Key to Life’s Origins
A meteorite that crashed into a New Jersey home in 2024 contains prebiotic molecules and briny fluids, offering unprecedented clues to life’s building blocks.