Tech

A closeup of a white-shelled astronaut helmet from the left, extending to the middle of the image. A copper-shaded visor stretches across the dimmed interior face. A black-tipped white glove tests on the visor.

幸运168飞艇官方开奖+结果记录查询 How SpaceX built a new spacesuit for Polaris Dawn's private spacewalk (video)

By Andrew Jones published

SpaceX has given us a detailed look at their stylish and innovative new extravehicular activity suit ahead of it being worn during the Polaris Dawn mission's first-ever private spacewalk.

Tech
A view of the Advanced Composite Solar Sail System

NASA spacecraft captures 1st photo of its giant solar sail while tumbling in space

By Monisha Ravisetti published

NASA's testing a solar sail system in space, and the spacecraft that brought the tech there has snapped a photo.

Tech
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Spaceflight

two nasa astronauts in a module at right. at left is a docked cone-shaped spacecraft above earth

Boeing’s Starliner astronauts speak publicly today for 1st time in 2 months: Watch it live

By Elizabeth Howell published

Boeing Starliner's historic first mission with astronauts did not turn out as planned. Starliner's 2 NASA astronauts will share their experiences from the ISS today (Sept. 13).

Human Spaceflight
four people in blue flight suits laugh and smile as they float in zero gravity

SpaceX's private Polaris Dawn astronauts beam photos to Earth using Starlink satellites

By Mike Wall published

The private Polaris Dawn crew notched another milestone on Thursday (Sept. 12), beaming photos home using SpaceX's Starlink broadband satellites.

Human Spaceflight
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Science & Astronomy

a bright arc of light extends outward from the roiling surface of the sun

Sun fires off X-class solar flare, increasing aurora viewing chances into weekend

By Meredith Garofalo published

The sun unleashed an X1.3-class solar flare on Thursday (Sept. 12), increasing the likelihood of widespread auroras this weekend.

The Sun
The moon phases of September 2024 listed with dates.

What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2024

By Tariq Malik last updated

Reference See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2024.

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Search For Life

An artist's impression of the purported Black Knight satellite, the focus of a long-lived conspiracy theory.

The 'Black Knight' satellite: A hodgepodge of alien conspiracy theories

By David Crookes, All About Space magazine published

According to conspiracy theorists, the Black Knight satellite is an alien spacecraft orbiting Earth. Here's what's really going on.

Search for Life
a brownish planet orbiting close to a fiery star

Life on alien planets probably wouldn't experience day and night – here's how that may change evolution

By Maureen Cohen published

Organisms on Earth living deep underground or at the bottom of the sea may give us an idea what alien life without a circadian rhythm could be like.

Search for Life
Three giant satellite dishes point up at the night sky, smeared with endless starlight.

How AI is helping us search the universe for alien technosignatures

By Conor Feehly published

"It's now a part of mainstream astrophysics."

Search for Life
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Skywatching

The best eyepieces for telescopes on an orange background

幸运飞行艇开奖结果查询记录，幸运飞行艇官方历史开奖结果 Best eyepieces for telescopes 2024: A crucial telescope accessory to invest in

By Damian Peach last updated

Buying Guide The best eyepieces for telescopes can transform your skywatching experience, letting you get closer to the stars.

Buying Guide
the top edge of the moon darkened by a shadow

Partial lunar eclipse of the Harvest Moon: Everything you need to know

By Joe Rao published

The upcoming Full Harvest Moon on Sept. 17 will feature a partial lunar eclipse. Here's what to expect and how to see it.

Eclipses
graphic with night sky in large font and silhouettes of people below looking up at the night sky.

Night sky for tonight: Visible planets, stars and more in this evening's sky

By Jamie Carter last updated

Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.

Stargazing
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Entertainment

a backpack featuring a mottled grey look similar to the surface of the moon

Apollo 11 moonwalk footprint featured on Sprayground's latest backpack

By Samantha Mathewson published

Follow in the footsteps of Apollo astronauts with a new space-themed backpack that aims to inspire a sense of exploration and transport wearers to the lunar surface.

Entertainment
two people in western-looking outfits brandish pistols and look handsome

New 'Firefly' comics unveil the untold origins of Captain Mal and Zoë

By Jeff Spry published

A preview of two new "Firefly" comics from Boom! Studios that delve into the origins of Captain Mal and Zoë Alleyne

Entertainment
Lego Over the Moon with Pharrell Williams

Lego is 'Over the Moon' with new spaceship kit made in collaboration with Pharrell Williams

By Kimberley Snaith published

It's unlike any Lego space shuttle we've had before, but the upcoming 'Over the Moon' set is certainly eye catching.

Space Games & Toys
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References

The best eyepieces for telescopes on an orange background

Best eyepieces for telescopes 2024: A crucial telescope accessory to invest in

By Damian Peach last updated

Buying Guide The best eyepieces for telescopes can transform your skywatching experience, letting you get closer to the stars.

Buying Guide
An artist's impression of the purported Black Knight satellite, the focus of a long-lived conspiracy theory.

The 'Black Knight' satellite: A hodgepodge of alien conspiracy theories

By David Crookes, All About Space magazine published

According to conspiracy theorists, the Black Knight satellite is an alien spacecraft orbiting Earth. Here's what's really going on.

Search for Life
The moon phases of September 2024 listed with dates.

What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2024

By Tariq Malik last updated

Reference See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2024.

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