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April 3, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Why astronomers are tracking an asteroid that could potentially strike the moon
Astronomers have gotten a glimpse of the "city-killer" asteroid before it disappears until 2028, according to NASA.
April 3, 2025 at 6:13 PM
April 3, 2025 at 1:46 PM
How Katy Perry and Blue Origin's all-female crew are preparing for space
Katy Perry and an all-female crew will launch on the New Shepard rocket on April 14.
April 3, 2025 at 1:46 PM
April 3, 2025 at 3:21 AM
Watch the adorable moment astronaut reunites with her dogs after 9 months in space
Astronaut Suni Williams spent an unexpected nine months in space. When she finally came home, her two dogs were so excited to see her. "Best homecoming ever," she captioned the video.
April 3, 2025 at 3:21 AM
April 3, 2025 at 1:33 AM
Meteor showers, a celestial marathon and more will dazzle the night sky in April
Mark your calendars for several spectacular events this month.
April 3, 2025 at 1:33 AM
April 3, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Two meteor showers will happen simultaneously in April, astronomers say
Skygazers can enjoy meteor showers and other dazzling displays in the night sky all month long, according to astronomers.
April 3, 2025 at 12:44 AM
April 1, 2025 at 7:42 AM
Scientists release plans for even bigger atom smasher along the French-Swiss border
Scientists at the world’s largest atom smasher have released a blueprint for a much bigger successor that could help solve enigmas of physics, starting in the mid-2040s at a cost of about $16 billion
April 1, 2025 at 7:42 AM
March 31, 2025 at 9:08 PM
Everyone has 'responsibility' for Starliner test flight failures, NASA astronaut says
NASA astronaut Butch Wilmore, who was in space for more than nine months, said everyone has responsibility for things that went wrong with Starliner's test flight
March 31, 2025 at 9:08 PM
March 31, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Crew-9 astronauts hold first press conference since return from space
NASA's Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita "Suni" Williams were scheduled to return to Earth in June 2024 but spent an unplanned nine months in space.
March 31, 2025 at 7:44 PM
March 31, 2025 at 7:25 PM
Wilmore on space mission: ‘There were issues with Starliner’
NASA's Butch Wilmore said there was a responsibility with NASA and Boeing, including himself for issues with the Starliner mission.
March 31, 2025 at 7:25 PM
March 30, 2025 at 12:18 PM
Private aerospace startup completes 1st test flight of its orbital launch vehicle
A private European aerospace startup says it has successfully completed the first test flight of its orbital launch vehicle from Norway
March 30, 2025 at 12:18 PM
March 28, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Astronomers estimate when they believe the 'Blaze Star' will explode
The once-in-a-lifetime explosion of T Coronae Borealis, also known as the "Blaze Star" is still pending -- but the event will be occurring soon, according to astronomers.
March 28, 2025 at 9:57 PM
March 28, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Astronaut drinks coffee in zero gravity using innovative cup
NASA astronaut Don Pettit designed the Capillary Cup to drink coffee without a bag and straw aboard the International Space Station.
March 28, 2025 at 6:25 PM
March 27, 2025 at 5:19 PM
These US states may be able to see the northern lights tonight
Some U.S. states could be treated with a northern lights display due a minor geomagnetic storm on the sun, according to space forecasts.
March 27, 2025 at 5:19 PM
March 26, 2025 at 8:19 PM
Partial solar eclipse will be visible in these US states this weekend
A partial solar eclipse will be visible from the U.S. this weekend, but only a select few of the northernmost states are expected to get a glimpse.
March 26, 2025 at 8:19 PM
March 26, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Neptune's auroras are captured in great detail by NASA's Webb telescope
NAS's James Webb Space Telescope has captured Neptune’s glowing auroras in the best detail yet
March 26, 2025 at 5:40 PM
March 26, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Get ready for a partial solar eclipse across Europe and parts of North America and Africa
The moon will appear to take bites out of the sun during a partial solar eclipse in the Northern Hemisphere
March 26, 2025 at 2:59 PM
March 24, 2025 at 9:46 PM
Webb Space Telescope captures a star in the making and a galaxy far, far away
The Webb Space Telescope has captured a plume of gas and dust streaming from a star in the making, with a spiral galaxy as a stunning backdrop
March 24, 2025 at 9:46 PM
March 24, 2025 at 6:46 AM
A European startup is set to launch an orbital rocket on its first test flight
A private European aerospace company is set to make the first test flight of its orbital launch vehicle
March 24, 2025 at 6:46 AM
March 20, 2025 at 9:25 PM
NASA planning next Boeing Starliner test flight after astronauts' return
The last Boeing Starliner mission was extended from eight days to over nine months due to capsule issues after docking at the International Space Station.
March 20, 2025 at 9:25 PM
March 20, 2025 at 6:35 PM
NASA releases high-definition images of a sunset on the moon
A space robot said "goodnight" to the moon as it completed its mission, capturing the first high-definition images of a lunar sunset before it fell silent.
March 20, 2025 at 6:35 PM
March 20, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Venus passes between the Earth and sun this weekend -- but don't try to look for it
Venus will pass between the Earth and sun during what’s called an inferior conjunction
March 20, 2025 at 2:15 PM
March 19, 2025 at 8:48 PM
2 NASA astronauts returned to Earth after 9 months. Here are the health impacts
NASA astronauts are returning to Earth after nine months in space. Experts have said a prolonged period in space can come with changes to human physiology and psychology.
March 19, 2025 at 8:48 PM
March 19, 2025 at 2:15 PM
NASA astronauts return to earth after 9-month ISS stay
SpaceX Dragon Freedom splashed down off the coast of Florida, carrying Sunita 'Suni' Williams and Butch Wilmore along with NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov.
March 19, 2025 at 2:15 PM
March 19, 2025 at 11:34 AM
SpaceX Dragon successfully splashes down, returning NASA astronauts back to Earth
A four-member crew, including NASA astronauts Sunita "Suni" Williams and Barry "Butch" Wilmore, left the ISS early Tuesday on a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft.
March 19, 2025 at 11:34 AM
March 19, 2025 at 2:15 AM
American astronauts could face health challenges after 9 months in space
ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos spoke with astrophysicist Hakeem Oluseyi about how the bodies of astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita "Suni" Williams have been changed by their time in space.
March 19, 2025 at 2:15 AM
March 19, 2025 at 1:03 AM
After 9 months on board ISS, NASA astronauts to return home: A timeline
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have officially returned to Earth after an unplanned nine months in space, here's how Boeing's Starliner mission unfolded.
March 19, 2025 at 1:03 AM
March 18, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Several planets found orbiting star less than 6 light-years away
Astronomers have confirmed the existence of four planets orbiting a star less than 6 light-years away with help from some of the world's most powerful telescopes.
March 18, 2025 at 7:26 PM
March 18, 2025 at 5:50 PM
What the journey back to earth looks like for 2 Starliner astronauts
Space industry expert Eric Ingram breaks down the journey back to earth for astronauts Sunita "Suni" Williams and Barry "Butch" Wilmore since departing the ISS.
March 18, 2025 at 5:50 PM
March 18, 2025 at 5:36 PM
SpaceX craft bringing delayed astronauts home undocks from ISS
NASA's SpaceX Crew-10 mission successfully undocked from the International Space Station and is headed back to Earth, carrying a crew that includes two astronauts whose return to Earth was delayed.
March 18, 2025 at 5:36 PM
March 16, 2025 at 1:46 AM
American astronauts delayed on ISS could soon come home
What was to be an eight-day test flight became a nine-month extended stay on the International Space Station due to issues with the Boeing Starliner.
March 16, 2025 at 1:46 AM
March 15, 2025 at 5:04 AM
Space expert on the SpaceX launch of 4 astronauts to the ISS
ABC News’ Terry Moran speaks to space industry expert Eric Ingram about SpaceX’s launch of astronauts to the International Space Station to relieve two Americans whose trip was extended unexpectedly.
March 15, 2025 at 5:04 AM
March 15, 2025 at 5:03 AM
SpaceX prepares for 2nd try in mission to get NASA astronauts on ISS back to Earth
With the hydraulic issue that postponed the Starliner mission on Wednesday fixed, astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita "Suni" Williams are one step closer to coming home.
March 15, 2025 at 5:03 AM
March 14, 2025 at 8:34 PM
Missed the 'blood moon' total lunar eclipse? See photos
Many in the U.S. caught the total lunar eclipse, featuring a "blood moon."
March 14, 2025 at 8:34 PM
March 14, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Millions get a glimpse at ‘blood moon’ lunar eclipse
The eclipse was visible throughout most of North and South America, as well as parts of Africa, Europe, Australia and Japan.
March 14, 2025 at 3:18 PM
March 13, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Blood moon set to rise as total lunar eclipse
NASA’s Noah Petro shares the best ways to catch the eclipse and what it reveals about our closest cosmic neighbor.
March 13, 2025 at 3:40 PM
March 13, 2025 at 3:01 PM
How to see the ‘blood moon’ total lunar eclipse
The total lunar eclipse featuring a "blood moon" will appear on the evening of March 13 and into the early morning of March 14.
March 13, 2025 at 3:01 PM
March 12, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Pioneering 1st Black female pilot makes her retirement flight
Capt. Theresa Claiborne, the first Black woman to fly with the U.S. Air Force, marked the end of an inspiring career with her final United Airlines flight.
March 12, 2025 at 6:40 PM
March 10, 2025 at 4:48 PM
This is how climate change can threaten future use of satellites: Study
Climate change could threaten the future use of satellites and significantly reduce the number of spacecraft that can safety orbit Earth, according to new research.
March 10, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Astronauts set to return home after 9 months in space
Former NASA astronaut Charles Camarda discusses the investigation into the recent SpaceX explosion and astronauts Sunni and Butch’s long-awaited homecoming.
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Is this the world's oldest meteorite impact crater? Scientists believe so
The discovery of a massive crater formed by the impact of a meteorite more than 3.5 billion years ago is changing the way scientists view the history of Earth
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How to view the blood moon lunar eclipse on March 14
Dr. Angela Speck, professor of astrophysics and chair of the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Texas at San Antonio, tells us how to view the upcoming blood moon lunar eclipse.
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A blood moon will be here next week: Here's how to watch
Shop top-rate binoculars to watch the upcoming lunar eclipse.
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Experts unpack the scientific realities of sending humans to Mars
Experts weigh in on whether President Donald Trump’s lofty goal of sending humans to Mars and back is feasible during his second term.
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Watch incredible moon landing captured in stunning video
Texas startup Firefly Aerospace made history Sunday when it landed its spacecraft, Blue Ghost, on the lunar surface with a flawless touchdown.
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Can we actually send humans to Mars?
ABC News’ Gio Benitez speaks with astronauts, physicists and a space physiologist to see if President Donald Trump’s lofty goal of sending humans to Mars and back is feasible during his second term.
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Lunar lander Blue Ghost touches down
Texas startup Firefly Aerospace made history Sunday when it landed its spacecraft, Blue Ghost, on the lunar surface with a flawless touchdown.
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Firefly's Blue Ghost has successful moon landing
Blue Ghost landed on the moon on Sunday, becoming just the second private spacecraft ever to soft-land on the moon, according to Space.com.
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Blue Ghost lands on the moon
Firefly's Blu Ghost lunar lander successfully touched down on the moon early Sunday morning.
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Blue Origin's next mission will have all-female crew
Aerospace engineer Aisha Bowe joins ABC News Live to discuss the significance of Blue Origin’s all-female space crew.
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Blue Ghost prepares for moon landing
The historic landing is in the works for the Blue Ghost spacecraft as it looks to touch down on the moon in less than 24 hours.
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