Pieces Of A Crashed Space Station In The 1970s Were Worth A Pretty Penny To Treasure Hunters
What goes up is quite likely to come down once again, sometimes predictably, sometimes chaotically, and sometimes profitably for a lucky few.
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A Harvard Astronomer's Stunning Theory About A 2014 Meteor Deep In The South Pacific
A fast-traveling meteor, which plunged to Earth in the South Pacific in 2014, has one Harvard professor wondering about the interstellar object's true origins.
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Before His Time In Space, Astronaut James McDivitt Led An Illustrious Military Career
In 1959, James McDivitt graduated from the University of Michigan with a degree in aeronautical engineering. However, prior to this, he was a military man.
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The Appearance Of One Messy Galaxy Revealed Its Distant Past
New developments in technology have allowed human beings to learn more and more about the far reaches of space without ever leaving Planet Earth.
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The Asteroid That Killed The Dinosaurs Could Have Had A Companion
Until recently, the prevailing theory for the demise of the dinosaurs focused on a single asteroid colliding with the Earth just off Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula.
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What Is Lunar Hay Fever?
It's pretty clear that space travel is not without its dangers, like equipment malfunctions or collisions with unforeseen celestial bodies. But allergies?
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Why A NASA Astronaut Pranked Everyone With A Fake Cockroach
Astronauts aren't typically known for their practical jokes, but one astronaut once pranked everyone aboard a space shuttle with a fake cockroach.
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The Entire History Of Lunar Exploration
NASA's new Artemis mission could be the first opportunity for humans to step foot on the Moon since 1969. Are we entering the next " giant leap for mankind"?
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Inside NASA's Historic Test To Protect The Earth From Asteroids
NASA is working on a historic test to protect the Earth from asteroids -- that is if one is ever a threat to life on Earth. Here's a look inside.
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How A NASA Astronaut Changed The DNA Game With One Incredible Experiment
In 2016, a trailblazing NASA astronaut officially changed the DNA game with one incredible experiment. Let's take a look at this research and its implications.
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How Two British Astronomers Documented The First Transit Of Venus In 1639
In 1639, the transit of Venus was documented for the first time by two British astronomers, based on the work done by Johannes Kepler. Here's how they did it.
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Leonard Nimoy Is Forever Connected To Science Thanks To An Asteroid
Leonard Nimoy has long been -- perhaps will always be -- associated with his role as Spock in the "Star Trek" universe. His space connection deepened in 2015.
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An Indonesian Man Got Way More Than He Bargained For When A Meteorite Hit His House
People make wishes on falling stars, bits of space debris -- not stars at all -- that can liven up the night sky. But they have to land somewhere.
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What Russia Leaving The International Space Station Really Means
On July 26, 2022, Russia announced that it would no longer fund, support, or send astronauts to the International Space Station. Here's what this means.
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The Stunning Discovery Of A 4.6 Billion-Year-Old Meteorite In The Sahara Desert
Although the rock we will discuss here is, in fact, extra-terrestrial, Superman is safe from kryptonite — for now, at least.
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Celebrations Over The James Webb Space Telescope Are Short-Lived
Less than two weeks after the James Web Space Telescope returned its first incredible images, it was announced that it had been damaged.
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What We Know About The Skyscraper-Sized Asteroid 2022 KY4
A body of research indicates that a massive asteroid collided with Earth a while back, leading to dinosaur extinction. What are the odds of it happening again?
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The 8-Year-Old Child Astronomer That Discovered Multiple Asteroids
An 8-year-old Brazilian girl has potentially discovered 18 asteroids as an amateur astronomer. Here are the details behind this remarkable young star gazer.
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Does Jupiter Actually Eat Smaller Planets?
Gas giant Jupiter is the largest planet in our solar system. Scientists have long wondered how it was formed but emerging data details a fascinating process.
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This Is The Oldest Planet In The Milky Way Galaxy
Scientists have been seeking to learn all they can about the Milky Way for hundreds of years. That's why the discovery of its oldest planet was so special.
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What The James Webb Telescope Can Tell Us About Deep Space
When NASA's James Webb Space Telescope was launched, it was expected to beam some incredible images back to Earth. It is now smashing those expectations.
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How Far Away Is The James Webb Space Telescope From Earth?
The James Webb telescope has relayed its first pictures from outer space which have stunned the world. But, how far away is NASA's latest golden child?
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Why The James Webb Space Telescope's Name Is Under Fire
The Jame Webb telescope revealed some of the most incredible parts of our universe. However, the name of the telescope has come under fire for this reason.
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Images From The James Webb Space Telescope Versus Hubble Are Out Of This World
Whether you agree that space is the final frontier, there's no question but that the cosmos is full of information and images humans have yet to encounter.
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Detonating A Nuclear Weapon In Space Is A Terrible Idea. Here's Why
The science behind nuclear weapons is terrifying and fascinating. Here's a look at what happens when a nuke is detonated in space.
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Halley's Comet Is Connected With This Christian Symbol
Halley's Comet is one of the most well-known celestial phenomenons, occurring just once every 75 years. It also potentially has meaning as a Christian symbol.
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This Is What An Astronaut On The ISS Does In A Day
These days, the main location for humans orbiting Earth is the International Space Station. Here's what the average day is like for astronauts on the ISS.
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