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'Warhammer 40,000' animated series coming to Prime Video, with Henry Cavill onboard as executive producer

Henry Cavill will executive produce this spirited spinoff of 2024's 'Secret Level' anthology.

Aug 05, 2026

The 'Dark Matter' season 2 trailer is here, and it looks like Apple TV has another sci-fi hit on its hands

"The box is the most powerful thing ever created."

Aug 05, 2026

A SpaceX rocket just crashed into the moon. Now, the race is on to get a look at the impact site

Early this morning, a SpaceX rocket slammed into the moon at seven times the speed of sound. Now, lunar orbiters are trying to get a look at the aftermath.

Aug 05, 2026

Astronomers witness the strange final moments of a massive star's supernova death (video)

Astronomers have captured the death of a massive star from its first faint flash of X-rays, revealing an unusual supernova.

Aug 05, 2026

Curiosity rover spots mysterious honeycombs on Mars | Space photo of the day for Aug. 5, 2026

NASA's Curiosity Mars rover spotted surprising honeycomb-like shapes in the Red Planet soil while exploring a large valley.

Aug 05, 2026

On this day in space! Aug. 5, 2011: NASA's Juno spacecraft launches to Jupiter

On Aug. 5, 2011, NASA launched the Juno spacecraft on a mission to study Jupiter, the largest planet in the solar system. Here's why it mattered.

Aug 05, 2026

Mars dust is toxic. How will future astronauts deal with it?

Mars dust is known to contain various carcinogens, such as silica and numerous heavy metals. How will future astronauts mitigate the health risks?

Aug 05, 2026

'The Ninth Jedi' review: This anime spin-off abandons 'Star Wars' canon, and it's all the stronger for it

Star Wars: Visions Presents – The Ninth Jedi may not be the Star Wars TV show you were looking for, but it's something the franchise desperately needed.

Aug 05, 2026

Heading to Europe or the U.K. for the Aug. 12 solar eclipse? Best eclipse glasses to buy before you leave — or after you arrive

We've rounded up the best solar eclipse glasses so you can watch safely from wherever you are.

Aug 05, 2026

Total solar eclipse Aug. 12, 2026 live updates — 1 week to go

Follow our live coverage of the total solar eclipse 2026 as we count down to eclipse day with the latest news, expert insight and updates before bringing you live reports from Greenland and Spain.

Aug 05, 2026

1 week to go until a dramatic total solar eclipse darkens the skies over Spain, Iceland and Greenland

Here's what you need to know before the total solar eclipse one week from now.

Aug 05, 2026

SpaceX wants to launch next Starship this month (and catch it, too), Elon Musk says in 1st earnings call since historic IPO

SpaceX plans to notch some big milestones on the next test flight of its Starship megarocket, which is tentatively scheduled for late August.

Aug 04, 2026

SpaceX launches 3 giant BlueBird direct-to-cell satellites on Falcon 9 rocket (video)

SpaceX launched three of AST SpaceMobile's huge BlueBird direct-to-cell satellites early on Wednesday morning (Aug. 5).

Aug 04, 2026

When a total solar eclipse darkens the sky on Aug. 12, these citizen scientists will be watching

Meet the citizen scientist initiative bringing you closer to totality.

Aug 04, 2026

August full moon 2026: When, where and how to see the Sturgeon Moon

Your guide to August's full Sturgeon Moon, from peak times to skywatching highlights.

Aug 04, 2026

SpaceX launches Starlink satellites on 90th Falcon 9 flight of the year (video)

SpaceX launched 24 more of its Starlink internet satellites to low Earth orbit today (Aug. 4), on the 90th Falcon 9 rocket flight of 2026.

Aug 04, 2026

'A very busy mission': SpaceX on track to launch 4 astronauts to the ISS on Sept. 12

NASA and SpaceX officials, together with the four members of Crew-13, spoke to the media on Aug. 3, providing an update on their preparations for launch.

Aug 04, 2026

A 9,000-pound SpaceX rocket will crash into the moon tonight. Will you be able to see it?

While the impact itself probably won't be visible from Earth, observers may have a chance to spot a plume of debris rising above the lunar surface.

Aug 04, 2026

ISS astronaut spies a swirling super storm | Space photo of the day for Aug. 4, 2026

From the International Space Station on Aug. 2, 2026, NASA astronaut Anil Menon captured an incredible photograph of a swirling typhoon in the Pacific Ocean.

Aug 04, 2026

On this day in space! Aug. 4, 2007: NASA launches Phoenix Mars lander to Red Planet

On Aug. 4, 2007, NASA launched its Phoenix Mars Lander on a mission to touch down in the Martian arctic for the first time. Here's why it mattered.

Aug 04, 2026

'Significant areas of Mars may have once been covered by water': Scientists find hidden clue in Spirit rover data

A new analysis of decades-old data from NASA's Spirit rover has uncovered overlooked traces of crystalline hematite and altered magnetite, adding to growing evidence that liquid water once played a major role in shaping the Red Planet.

Aug 04, 2026

Are aliens running out of places to hide? It turns out we've searched much more of the galaxy than we realized

Astronomers may have already scanned millions of more stars than they thought, a realization that might lead to new ways to hunt for extraterrestrial radio signals.

Aug 04, 2026

I bought a $50 telescope on Facebook Marketplace — here's what I learned

I bought a $50 telescope from Facebook Marketplace

Aug 04, 2026

This Sky-Watcher is an ideal beginner telescope for solar observing

The Sky-Watcher Heliostar 76mm H-alpha is a portable beginner's solar telescope that is easy to use and offers dramatic views of the turbulent surface of the sun.

Aug 04, 2026

CNN dives into how Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos are backing NASA's race to the moon against China (exclusive clip)

"Eclipsing Power" is a new FlashDocs special highlighting how billionaires like Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos are shaping the global space race.

Aug 03, 2026

A SpaceX rocket will crash into the moon this week. Why is it on a collision course?

The upper stage of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket will slam into the moon early Wednesday morning (Aug. 5). Here's what put it on this kamikaze course.

Aug 03, 2026

Jack in for a cyberpunk jolt with this energized first trailer for Apple TV's 'Neuromancer'

William Gibson's influential 1984 sci-fi novel finally scores a proper adaptation.

Aug 03, 2026

Jupiter's moon Europa may have signs of life in its buried ocean — but can we get to them?

"This helps future missions interpret what they find and better understand where to look for signs of habitability."

Aug 03, 2026

3 moons of Neptune may be remnants of ice worlds shattered in a catastrophic crash

"We've had only a single flyby — Voyager 2 in 1989 — and these results make clear there's much more to learn."

Aug 03, 2026

The 1st 'three-headed' asteroid | Space photo of the day for Aug. 3, 2026

New images reveal what astronomers believe is the first-known "trilobate" or three-headed asteroid in our solar system.

Aug 03, 2026

On this day in space! Aug. 3, 2004: NASA launches MESSENGER spacecraft to orbit Mercury

NASA's MESSENGER spacecraft aimed to orbit Mercury for the first time to hunt for clues of water on the tiny, innermost planet.

Aug 03, 2026

13 amazing things to see during the total solar eclipse on Aug. 12

The solar corona is the ultimate sight during a total solar eclipse, but there'll be a chance to see much more on Aug. 12, 2026.

Aug 03, 2026

Is the Nocs Provisions Lite View spotting scope a good alternative to a traditional telescope?

A compact spotting scope delivering detailed views of the moon and bright star clusters.

Aug 03, 2026

Astronomers watch a black hole's feeding frenzy end with a bad case of cosmic indigestion

Astronomers have discovered that the feeding frenzy of a distant black hole ended with a windy outburst.

Aug 03, 2026

AI is ready to run spacecraft. Is the space industry ready for it? (op-ed)

Satellite constellations are getting bigger and increasingly difficult for human operators to manage. Artificial intelligence will soon be able to help, but will the space industry let it happen?

Aug 03, 2026

Gears of War: E-Day: Release date, platforms & everything else we know about Marcus Fenix's return

Return to Gears of War's roots this year with a gritty prequel that's been built from scratch.

Aug 02, 2026

On this day in space! Aug. 2, 1971: Apollo 15 makes 1st-ever televised liftoff from the moon

On Aug. 2, 1971, a lunar liftoff was televised for the first time on NASA's Apollo 15 mission, one giant leap for live TV from the moon.

Aug 02, 2026

Double digits! Air-launched 'Talon A' hypersonic vehicle notches big flight milestone

Stratolaunch has now conducted more than 10 flights with its Talon-A hypersonic vehicle, an autonomous, air-launched craft that can travel five times the speed of sound.

Aug 02, 2026

From Hardspace to Clearspace: How space salvage games compare to real debris removal

Clean up on spacelane five.

Aug 02, 2026

Rocket issue delays 1st orbital rocket launch from the UK

While testing a rocket on the launch pad at the U.K.'s SaxaVord Spaceport, RFA found 'an issue with the vehicle that requires further investigation.'

Aug 02, 2026

Celestron Moon Mission 100mm tabletop Dobsonian review

Celestron’s mini-Dobsonian provides affordable, accessible access to the night sky.

Aug 02, 2026

Move over He-Man, Mattel's Major Matt Mason space toys could still be blasting off for Hollywood

Is Mattel's 'Man in Space' getting a deserved live-action film in the near future?

Aug 01, 2026

This Week In Space podcast: Episode 221 — Starship Can Float?

On Episode 221 of This Week In Space, Tariq Malik and guest host Rick Jenet of the National Space Society talk about SpaceX's Starship Flight 13, which survived reentry intact enough to float.

Aug 01, 2026

Dinosaur-killing asteroid may have caused firestorms 17 times hotter than the thermal limit lethal to humans

The dinosaurs may not have starved through a years-long winter. New evidence suggests a blanket of ultrafine impact dust set the planet on fire within hours.

Aug 01, 2026

On this day in space! Aug. 1, 1968: NASA ends production of Saturn V moon rocket

On Aug. 1, 1968, NASA canceled the production of its Saturn V moon rocket, one year before the historic Apollo 11 moon landing, spelling the end of the Apollo program due to budget concerns.

Aug 01, 2026

'Flight of the Navigator' at 40: the Disney space movie that messed with time dilation long before 'Interstellar'

40 years later, 'Flight of the Navigator' remains an ambitious cult classic that refuses to speak down to its target audience.

Aug 01, 2026

SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites to orbit from California (video, photos)

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched 24 more of the company's Starlink internet satellites from California's central coast late on Friday night (July 31).

Aug 01, 2026

SpaceX's Starship seen in space by next-gen Starlink satellite (video)

We just got an amazing new view of SpaceX's Starship vehicle in space, thanks to one of the company's Starlink V3 broadband satellites.

Jul 31, 2026

How do supermassive black holes grow? AI finds 7 spacetime-warping 'quasars' that could help solve the mystery

Astronomers found seven rare quasar gravitational lens candidates using AI, providing a powerful new tool for studying black hole and galaxy evolution.

Jul 31, 2026

'The End of Oak Street': Could J.J. Abrams' new 'Twilight Zone meets Jurassic Park' movie be the sleeper hit of the summer?

JJ Abrams' new film "The End of Oak Street looks like "The Twilight Zone" meets "Jurassic Park" with a dash of "A Quiet Place." Could it be the perfect summer movie?

Jul 31, 2026