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Long ago, Voyager 2 might have caught Uranus at a bad time

A new analysis of Voyager 2 data reveals a fresh theory about Uranus's unique magnetosphere.

Space

Open Gateway: Step into mock lunar orbit habitat at Space Center Houston

The public can now step into the future of lunar exploration at Space Center Houston by entering an early mockup for Northrop Grumman's Gateway astronaut accommodations around the moon.

Space

James Webb Space Telescope finds galaxies pointing toward a dark matter alternative

A new study suggests galaxies in the early universe appear much larger and brighter than expected, precisely as predicted by modified Newtonian dynamics, or MOND.

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Scientists found 'nitriles' in an interstellar cloud — here's why that could be huge

Scientists found molecules containing nitriles in space — the discovery could shed light on the origins of life as we know it.

Space

My favorite new gadget attaches to my keychain and goes everywhere I do — and it lets my phone see in the dark

I tried the Thermal Master P2 infrared camera to make out any heat signatures when it's pitch black outside. I've also used it to uncover suspicious hot and cold spots throughout my home.

Tom’s Guide

What a 2nd Trump administration could mean for NASA and space exploration

Former President Donald J. Trump's return to the White House next January will likely bring big changes to NASA's Artemis program and a renewed sense of urgency to a crewed landing on the moon.

Space

Starlink satellite falls to Earth, burns up as stunning fireball over US (video)

A brilliant fireball that lit up the skies over four U.S. states this weekend is reported to be from the fiery reentry of a SpaceX Starlink satellite.

Space

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Jupiter's storms and its 'potato' moon Amalthea stun in new NASA Juno probe images

NASA's Juno spacecraft has sent back stunning photos of Jupiter, including colorful, chaotic storms swirling through the planet’s atmosphere.

Space

At 60 years, monument to NASA's Project Mercury still stands, but what of its time capsule?

A 60-year-old tribute to America's first human spaceflight program is standing up to the test of time, but what about the contents of its time capsule not to be opened until 2464?

Space

When to catch the last supermoon of the year

Astronomers say better catch this week's supermoon

The Independent UK

Star cities: New 3D view of globular clusters illuminates their origins (photo)

Astrophysicists have reconstructed the movement of stars within globular clusters to understand their evolution and origin.

Space

Why does everything look flat even though the Earth is round?

Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com.

The Conversation

SpaceX rocket launches Koreasat-6A satellite, lands Falcon 9 booster on record-tying 23rd flight (video)

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched the KoreaSat-6A telecom satellite today. It was be the 23rd flight for the rocket's first stage, tying a company record.

Space

Leonid meteor shower: When does it peak and how can you catch a glimpse?

The annual celestial event is active from 6-30 November this year

Evening Standard

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NASA's Roman space telescope gets ready to stare at distant suns to find alien planets

The Roman Coronagraph Instrument on NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope will enable scientists to detect the faint light from planets beyond our solar system.

The Independent UK

Astronauts remain secretive on details of hospital trip after extended trip to space

The NASA astronauts’ trip was extended for two extra months due to technical issues

Space

This Week In Space podcast: Episode 136 —SpaceX Ascendant

On Episode 136 of This Week In Space, Rod and Tariq talk with journalist and author Eric Berger about the rise of SpaceX and Elon Musk's future in US politics and the market.

Space

China's space agency brought the 1st lunar far side samples to Earth this year — here's what's next

China has opened up the first round of applications for researchers who wish to use some of the Chang'e 6 lunar far side samples for research.

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Australian company Gilmour Space gets country's 1st orbital launch license

Gilmour Space has received Australia's first orbital launch license for the test flight of its Eris rocket

Space

4 years after the giant Arecibo Observatory collapsed, we finally know what happened

The Arecibo Observatory collapsed in 2020, and a new report suggests a zinc decay was to blame for its death.

Space

NASA still mum about SpaceX Crew-8 astronaut's medical issue

NASA is not yet providing details about what caused a SpaceX Crew-8 astronaut to be hospitalized late last month, citing medical privacy concerns.

The Guardian - US

Astronauts tight-lipped about reason for hospital visit after 235 days in space

Nasa ‘still piecing things together’ two weeks after return from ISS but crew members cite medical privacy

Space

An asteroid hit Earth just hours after being detected. It was the 3rd 'imminent impactor' of 2024

A small asteroid burned up in Earth's atmosphere off the coast of California just hours after being discovered and before impact monitoring systems had registered its trajectory.

Space

China planning to build its own version of SpaceX's Starship

China aims to develop its own reusable megarocket over the coming decade, and it will look a lot like SpaceX's Starship vehicle.

Space

SpaceX Dragon fires thrusters to boost ISS orbit for the 1st time

SpaceX's Dragon performed an orbital boost maneuver for the ISS; a first for the spacecraft, and a small step toward the space station's ultimate doom.

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