NASA targeting springtime launch for Artemis-1 moon rocket

NASA is preparing for a critical test of its next-generation moon rocket, the Space Launch System, ahead of the Artemis-1 launch this spring.

Inflatable entertainment venue coming to the International Space Station

The International Space Station will be getting an upgrade to the orbiting laboratory in the form of an inflatable media studio and arena after an entertainment company selected Axiom Space to manufacture a new module.

Report: NASA running low on astronauts, creating challenges for future space travel

NASA’s Office of Inspector General released a report saying the U.S. could have several challenges in future space missions because of fewer astronauts and outdated training.

January Wolf Moon to light up sky Monday night

2022’s wolf moon is set to appear on Jan. 17 at 6:48 p.m. ET, according to NASA.

Water vapor detected on a 'super Neptune' planet

Scientists recently discovered water vapor in the atmosphere of a recently discovered planet, NASA announced Thursday.

NASA aces James Webb telescope sunshield unfolding

NASA has aced the most complicated, critical job on its newly launched space telescope: unrolling and stretching a sunshade the size of a tennis court.

Pluto should be classified as a planet again, scientists argue

A new study is reigniting the debate over Pluto’s status as a dwarf planet — a clash that has been going for 15 years.

James Webb Space Telescope, world’s largest and most powerful, launched Christmas morning

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope launched successfully early Christmas morning from French Guiana on South America’s northeastern coast, riding a European Ariane rocket into the sky.

James Webb Space Telescope: How to watch launch of Hubble's successor

The James Webb Space Telescope, Hubble’s more powerful successor, is scheduled for liftoff on Christmas morning. Here’s how to watch.

2021 Ursid meteor shower: Where, when to see the celestial event

The Ursid meteor shower happens every year and is considered a “low-key” affair because usually only between 5 and 10 meteors can be seen per hour, which is considered a small number.