Watch a space tourist answer the most common ISS question from earthlings
A space tourist on the International Space Station has shared a video showing how astronauts go to the bathroom in microgravity conditions.
NASA probe becomes first in history to ‘touch’ the sun
A NASA probe has touched the sun, making it the first human-made object to do so in a feat described by the agency as one giant leap for solar science.
NASA sets new launch date for Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft
NASA has announced a new launch window for the second orbital test flight of Boeing’s beleaguered Starliner CST-100 spacecraft.
Space station strikes multitude of poses for astronaut photographer
NASA Johnson has posted a remarkable set of images showing the International Space Station against the blackness of space.
Spot the space missions in NASA’s animated holiday card
NASA's animated holiday card features many of the space missions that the agency is currently working on. How many can you spot?
NASA’s Perseverance rover shares its top Mars photos from 2021
NASA has shared a video featuring the most popular Mars images taken this year by its highly advanced Perseverance rover.
Watch NASA’s trailer for launch of most powerful space telescope ever
Check out NASA’s wonderfully cinematic trailer for the James Webb Space Telescope mission, which is set to launch this weekend.
SpaceX did something remarkable for the 100th time on Tuesday
SpaceX celebrated on Tuesday after nailing the landing of a Falcon 9 rocket for the 100th time, six years after it performed the first perfect touchdown.
‘Aliens’ deployed by vacation resort in bid to boost tourism
There may well be aliens lurking in deep space, but they're also here on Earth helping to promote tourism, according to a city in Japan.
NASA packs one of its busiest years into an 11-minute video
At the end of a very busy year, NASA has released a video highlighting many of the missions and other endeavors from the last 12 months.
How to watch the James Webb Space Telescope launch to space
The latest launch schedule for the James Webb Space Space Telescope suggests it will head to space early on Saturday morning. Here's how to watch.
A spacewalk just took place that wasn’t at the ISS
China’s space station is currently hosting its second crew, and on Sunday the facility saw its fourth spacewalk since deployment.
Webb space telescope has launched, but trickiest bit is yet to come
The James Webb Space Telescope launched to great fanfare on Christmas Day, but before it can get to work, it has to complete some challenging maneuvers.
Watch the story so far of NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover
NASA’s Perseverance rover has been incredibly busy exploring the surface of Mars since its arrival in February. A new video tells the story so far.
James Webb Space Telescope to begin crucial deployment step on Tuesday
As of Monday, the James Webb Space Telescope is a quarter of the way to its destination orbit. But there are still lots of things that have to go right.
This is how you work off festive excesses — if you’re in space
ISS astronauts have to exercise in order to maintain muscle mass and bone density in microgravity conditions. A current inhabitant shows us how it's done.
SpaceX eyes new launch date for first orbital Starship flight
A delay in the FAA's licensing process means SpaceX won't be able to launch its next-generation Starship rocket in late January as hoped.
NASA just dropped an exciting update about the Webb space telescope
As the James Webb Space Telescope continues to gradually deploy, NASA has dropped some exciting news about the longevity of the mission.
3 special space missions to look forward to in early 2022
The past year was a busy one for U.S. rocket launches, and 2022 looks set to be just as exciting. Here are three notable ones slated for the coming months.
NASA’s top skywatching tips for January include a meteor shower
NASA is back with some top tips on what to look out for in the night sky during January -- clear skies permitting, of course!
Check out these jaw-dropping space images from 2021
To celebrate what's been an extraordinary year in space exploration, we've picked out some of the most striking images released by NASA over the last 12 months.
James Webb Space Telescope successfully deploys its huge sunshield
The James Webb Space Telescope has successfully unfurled its massive sunshield, marking the completion of a major step in the deployment process.
Webb telescope team about to face crucial mirror deployment
Following the successful deployment of the Webb telescope's sunshield and secondary mirror, the mission team is now focusing on the next crucial step.
Amazon Alexa is going on a moon trip
Alexa is going to the moon, but banish from your mind any images of an Echo Dot crudely taped to a seat inside the spacecraft.
Can you spot Mount Everest in this dreamy photo taken from 250 miles up?
A NASA astronaut aboard the International Space Station has shared a remarkable shot of the Himalayas, but can you spot Mount Everest?
Gorgeous ISS capture shows Caribbean and curvature of Earth
NASA astronaut Thomas Marshburn has shared a breathtaking image taken from the space station showing the curvature of Earth as well as part of the Caribbean.
Watch Webb Space Telescope team share thoughts on mission
Watch this new NASA video in which members of the James Webb Space Telescope team talk about the mission in the run up to its Christmas Day launch.
Cool space photo shows rare sight of ISS orbiting Earth at night
Check out this rare shot showing both the International Space Station and Earth at night, captured from SpaceX's Crew Dragon spacecraft.
NASA raises issue of dwindling astronaut numbers
As NASA looks toward expanding its crewed trips to space, the agency has voiced concerns over a possible lack of astronauts to help fulfill the missions.
Watch highlights of SpaceX’s spectacular Starlink night launch
Check out the highlights from SpaceX's spectacular night launch on Tuesday in which it deployed another 49 satellites for its Starlink internet service.
A huge asteroid makes close approach to Earth today
An asteroid two-and-a-half times the size of the Empire State Building is hurtling toward Earth, but there's no cause for alarm.
James Webb Space Telescope about to attempt next crucial step
Following its launch last month, the James Webb Space Telescope now faces another crucial step ahead of its work to explore deep space.
Virgin Airlines to give top customer free trip into space
Frequent flyer with Virgin Airlines? If so, you could find yourself flying into space next year.
Virgin Galactic to start new flight tests as passengers wait patiently for lift-off
Virgin Galactic is moving steadily toward its goal of launching its space tourism service in the next six months, with a new round of rocket-powered SpaceShipTwo test flights set to take place soon.