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New fear unlocked: runaway black holes

If a pair of black holes coalesce into one, much of that vast energy can be released in a few seconds.

Feb 18, 2026

SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket plume blossoms over Florida | Space photo of the day for Feb. 18, 2026

The NASA/SpaceX Crew-12 mission launched four astronauts on a journey to the International Space Station.

Feb 18, 2026

Best premium skywatching gear you should consider in 2026

This premium stargazing kit will help you take your stargazing experience to the next level.

Feb 18, 2026

Scientists may have found a 'missing-link' black hole ripping up and devouring a star

An unusual tidal disruption event spotted by astronomers may be the result of an elusive intermediate mass black hole ripping apart a star.

Feb 18, 2026

Elon Musk wants to put a satellite catapult on the moon. It's not a new idea

Elon Musk isn't the first person to propose the use of mass drivers on the moon. He's following in the footsteps of space visionary Gerard O'Neill, who floated the idea back in 1974.

Feb 18, 2026
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These are the best third-party camera lenses we recommend for astrophotography in 2026

Should you buy a named-brand camera lens or go third-party?

Feb 18, 2026

Did a titanic moon crash create Saturn's iconic rings?

A massive upheaval in the Saturnian system could have also led to the moon Hyperion.

Feb 17, 2026

1st trailer for 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' teases 'Clone Wars' bounty hunter Embo and a whole lot of Hutts

"Gangsters. War criminals. We'll take out every bad guy in your deck of cards."

Feb 17, 2026

Planets, constellations and more: Here's what to look out for around the new moon this week

Grab your telescope and join us on a sightseeing tour, before the moon returns to spoil the fun!

Feb 17, 2026

'Predator: Badlands' director Dan Trachtenberg talks hidden Easter eggs, deleted scenes, and if he's sticking around for more sequels (interview)

As Predator: Badlands decloaks on streaming and physical media, we've sat down for a quick spoiler-filled chat with its director.

Feb 17, 2026

NASA will fuel up its Artemis 2 moon rocket for the 2nd time on Feb. 19. Will it leak again?

NASA will try again to fuel up its Artemis 2 moon rocket on Feb. 19. If all goes well, the crewed mission could launch as soon as March 6.

Feb 17, 2026

Chinese astronauts filmmusic video in space to celebrate Lunar New Year 2026

China's Shenzhou 21 crew rang in the Year of the Horse with an impressive celebration aboard the nation's Tiangong Space Station that included filming a music video.

Feb 17, 2026

Lasers beam 'artificial stars' above Chile | Space photo of the day for Feb. 17, 2026

Pew pew pew.

Feb 17, 2026

A 'ring of fire' just appeared in the sky over Antarctica. Here's what happened during today's annular solar eclipse

An annular eclipse swept over a remote corridor of Antarctica on Feb. 17.

Feb 17, 2026

From Ariane to ExoMars: The ultimate ESA trivia challenge

Test your knowledge of Europe's boldest missions, brilliant spacecraft, and groundbreaking discoveries as you dive into a trivia challenge dedicated to the European Space Agency.

Feb 17, 2026

The Artemis 1 moon mission had a heat shield issue. Here’s why NASA doesn’t think it will happen again on Artemis 2

The Orion capsule's heat shield had issues during the uncrewed Artemis 1 moon mission in late 2022. Here are the steps NASA has taken to prevent them from recurring on Artemis 2.

Feb 17, 2026

Annular solar eclipse turns the sun into a dramatic 'ring of fire' today! Here's what you need to know

Today (Feb. 17), the moon and sun will create a "ring of fire" during an annular solar eclipse. Here's what to expect.

Feb 17, 2026

Why don't more Tatooine-like exoplanets exist in our Milky Way galaxy? Astronomers might have an answer

Astronomers may finally understand why planets orbiting two suns, the real-world equivalents of the "Star Wars" planet Tatooine, are so scarce in our galaxy — and it has to do with general relativity.

Feb 16, 2026

Astronomers discover chemicals that could seed life in the core of a developing star

An organic molecule called methanimine was found scattered throughout a dense clump of gas and dust 554 light-years away.

Feb 16, 2026

Comet C/2024 E1 Wierzchos makes its closest approach to Earth tomorrow: Here's what you need to know

The comet is now racing away from the sun following a close flyby on Jan. 20.

Feb 16, 2026

Wormholes may not exist – we've found they reveal something deeper about time and the universe

The puzzle Einstein and Rosen were addressing was never about space travel, but about how quantum fields behave in curved spacetime. I

Feb 16, 2026

How astronomers are unveiling the 'skeleton' of the universe

Faint structures play a crucial role in cosmic development, and scientists are only just beginning to grasp their full extent and role in shaping the universe.

Feb 16, 2026

Double delivery: SpaceX sends Starlink satellites into orbit on launches from California and Florida

SpaceX Falcon 9 rockets carrying Starlink satellites launched on Feb. 14 and Feb. 16, 2026 from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California and Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida, respectively.

Feb 16, 2026

This giant metal dome will hide a truly colossal telescope mirror | Space photo of the day for Feb. 16, 2026

Straight to the dome.

Feb 16, 2026

Five new Mandalorian-themed sets are coming soon from Lego

With The Mandalorian & Grogu movie release getting ever closer, Lego has just announced five tie-in sets.

Feb 16, 2026

Scientists hunt for origins of the mysterious 'sun goddess' particle

Scientists have used a novel new approach to discover the potential origins of the sun goddess particle Amaterasu, the second most energetic cosmic ray ever to be detected striking Earth.

Feb 16, 2026

'Fully unlocking the orbital economy': This California company will fly astronauts to the space station in 2027

NASA has selected the California startup Vast to operate the sixth private astronaut mission to the International Space Station. Liftoff is targeted for summer 2027.

Feb 16, 2026

What time is the annular solar eclipse on Feb. 17?

A 'ring of fire' eclipse is coming to Antarctica on Feb. 17.

Feb 16, 2026

From Soyuz to the stars: A Roscosmos trivia quiz

Test your knowledge of Russia's storied space agency — from its Soviet‑era roots to its modern‑day missions — with a quiz that's equal parts history, hardware, and high‑stakes exploration.

Feb 15, 2026

Trump's Greenland grab is part of a new space race – and the stakes are getting higher

As global tensions rise, the island has become a geopolitical pressure gauge, revealing how the old international legal order is beginning to fray.

Feb 15, 2026

The 'Alien' and 'Predator' franchises are on the upswing, so where's the next 'Aliens vs. Predator' game?

As Disney and 20th Century Studios revive the Alien and Predator series, we think a new video game crossover should already be in the works.

Feb 15, 2026

NASA launches twin rocket missions from Alaska to study mysterious black auroras

NASA launched two rockets from Alaska this week to learn more about the electrical "circuitry" within auroras.

Feb 15, 2026

Amazon's new 'Stargate' show raises big questions for the beloved sci-fi universe

Following the announcement that Amazon has given a new 'Stargate' the go-ahead, franchise figureheads Martin Gero and Joseph Mallozzi shared some of the details.

Feb 15, 2026

The 8 best sci-fi couples to emulate this Valentine's Day

Whether you're single, in a relationship, or even a situationship, fall in love with these sci-fi couples this Valentine's Day.

Feb 14, 2026

7 love-struck sci-fi TV series to snuggle up with on Valentine's Day

From 'Roswell' to 'Outlander,' these romantic sci-fi TV series are guaranteed to warm cold hearts this winter.

Feb 14, 2026

This Week In Space podcast: Episode 197 — Inside UNOOSA

On Episode 197 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik talk with Aarti Holla-Maini and Rick Jenet about the importance of the United Nations Office of Outer Space Affairs.

Feb 14, 2026

Single this Valentine's Day? Don't worry, the universe has a rose just for you (photo)

The Rosette Nebula is located 5,000 light-years from Earth in the constellation Monoceros.

Feb 14, 2026

A stellar treat for Valentine's Day: Heart-shaped outburst stuns astronomers

Astronomers have spotted a heart in the cosmos — not Cupid's doing, but a dying star shedding its layers — just in time for Valentine's Day.

Feb 14, 2026

SpaceX Dragon astronauts make Valentine's Day docking at space station to boost skeleton crew (video)

SpaceX's Crew-12 astronaut mission docked with the short-staffed International Space Station on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026.

Feb 14, 2026

'The beacons were lit!' Scientists name merging supermassive black holes after 'Lord of the Rings' locations

Scientists have named two systems of colliding supermassive black holes after Lord of the Rings locations, Gondor and Rohan.

Feb 13, 2026

A mystery object is dimming a distant star. Could it be a massive exoplanet, or a 'failed star'?

A mysterious object has caused a long-lasting and extreme dimming of a distant star, but is this object a 'failed star' brown dwarf, or an exceptionally massive super-Jupiter exoplanet?

Feb 13, 2026

Has 'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy' just unleashed its very own Khan?

After an inauspicious debut, Paul Giamatti's space pirate has emerged as a villain to be reckoned with on 'Star Trek: Starfleet Academy.'

Feb 13, 2026

Excited for The Mandalorian and Grogu later this year? Walmart is offering an Exclusive preorder price for the Lego New Republic X-Wing Starfighter set

If you're a fan of Lego Star Wars and are excited for The Mandalorian and Grogu, you'll want to build Walmart's exclusive New Republic X-Wing Starfighter set.

Feb 13, 2026

Markiplier's 'Iron Lung' is a welcome return to grindhouse sci-fi films of the '90s

YouTube's superstar serves up a disturbing indie thriller bathed in blood for his directorial debut

Feb 13, 2026

Artemis 2 rocket photobombs SpaceX Crew-12 | Space photo of the day for Feb. 13, 2026

One to orbit, one to the moon.

Feb 13, 2026

If the Winter Olympics went interplanetary, where else could you ski in the solar system?

We take a look at the best (and worst) places to ski in the solar system, logistics aside.

Feb 13, 2026

Why solar and lunar eclipses come in pairs — and what an eclipse season really is

Eclipses don't happen at random — they arrive in pairs, on schedule, and 2026 brings two spectacular seasons to prove it.

Feb 13, 2026

SpaceX launches Crew-12 astronauts to short-staffed International Space Station. 'We have left the Earth, but the Earth has not left us.'

SpaceX launched NASA's Crew-12 mission with a quartet of astronauts aboard Crew Dragon Freedom today (Feb. 13), bound for an eight-month stint on the International Space Station.

Feb 13, 2026

Satellite megaconstellations continue to grow. Could their debris fall on us?

As more satellite megaconstellations continue to be launched, researchers are exploring the odds people could be struck by falling debris from reentering spacecraft.

Feb 13, 2026

'Project Hail Mary,' 'Disclosure Day,' & 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie' got new trailers at Super Bowl LX: Watch them all here (video)

Take a time out for upcoming interstellar voyages, alien invasions, and animated galactic adventures

Feb 12, 2026