Hundreds of asteroids may have secret moons "just waiting to be found"
"Binary asteroids are difficult to find as they are mostly so small and far away from us," researcher Luana Liberato said.
NASA asteroid-hunting telescope to burn up in atmosphere
The NEOWISE mission's "huge number of discoveries have expanded our knowledge of asteroids and comets," said Laurie Leshin, director of NASA JPL.
US Space Command detects Chinese rocket debris in Earth orbit
The proliferation of space junk poses a threat to satellites and other spacecraft.
NASA's stuck astronauts may face 'life-altering' risks, specialist warns
Extended stays in space can lead to rapid loss of bone density and strength, as well as other health issues, such as cardiovascular deconditioning.
Boeing Starliner: NASA considers tapping SpaceX to bring astronauts home
Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore are still waiting for the greenlight to return. Under the contingency, they could stay on the ISS for another six months.
Massive solar storm removed Earth's "tail" and gave it wings instead
NASA have discovered massive bursts of plasma emitted from the sun were strong enough to shift its magnetic field.
Perseids meteor shower to light up the sky next week—How to watch
The Perseids will peak in the early hours of August 12. Here's how to get the best view.
Mystery of moon's "tenuous" atmosphere solved
"We give a definitive answer that meteorite impact vaporization is the dominant process that creates the lunar atmosphere," researcher Nicole Nie said.
NASA plan puts pressure on Boeing to bring home Starliner astronauts
It's about to get crowded on the International Space Station.
Secrets of asteroid deflected by NASA may help save Earth
"Planetary defense efforts rely on estimates of the mechanical properties of asteroids," researchers wrote.
Super-Jupiter planet: NASA's latest discovery explained
This new plant is around six times the mass of Jupiter and marks the closest "super Jupiter" exoplanet we have found to our solar system.
Boeing Starliner astronauts facing indefinite stay in space
The two astronauts are now on day 50 of what was supposed to be a 10-day mission.
Boeing's Starliner approach to the ISS captured in new telescope images
The Starliner spacecraft, part of Boeing's CST-100 series, arrived at the ISS on June 6 after encountering some technical challenges during its approach.
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"Tremendous" NASA video shows CO2 spewing from US into Earth's atmosphere
"As policymakers and as scientists, we're trying to account for where carbon comes from and how that impacts the planet," climate scientist Lesley Ott said.
Boeing Starliner To Issue Update on Stranded Crew After 'Hot Fire' Testing
NASA and Boeing will be giving an update on the Starliner mission on Thursday, and discuss the findings of recent tests into the spacecraft's faulty thrusters.
Florida "dirty rain": Map shows areas most at risk
Saharan dust will mix with Florida storms, causing "dirty rain" and affecting air quality across the state this weekend.
NASA makes surprising yellow find on Mars: "It shouldn't be there"
"Finding a field of stones made of pure sulfur is like finding an oasis in the desert," NASA scientist Ashwin Vasavada said.
Boeing Starliner timeline: Launch delays, system failures and milestones
From software glitches to parachute failures, the Starliner's journey has been marred by significant setbacks.
NASA Signs US-Saudi Arabia Space Deal
NASA has announced a new Saudi-U.S. partnership, the two countries now extending their historic partnership into the realm of space exploration.
Boeing delivers rocket for Moon mission to NASA
The Artemis II mission, scheduled for 2025, will carry NASA astronauts around the Moon for the first time in 50 years.
Watch: Meteor Streaks Across Sky Above New Jersey
Following eyewitness reports, the American Meteor Society posted two videos showing a flash of light moving across the sky.
Moon may be riddled with cave networks astronauts could use as bases
Astronauts on the moon could one day live in tunnels beneath the lunar surface to protect themselves from cosmic radiation.
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NASA's "Internet of Animals" helps protect life on remote US territory
From sharks and rays to crabs and seabirds, scientists can determine if these species are staying within the marine protected area.
NASA image reveals "red sprites" floating above thunderstorm
Red sprites are a strange atmospheric phenomenon that occurs far above powerful thunderclouds, sometimes measuring tens of miles across.
Astronauts confident in Starliner, NASA doesn't rule out alternative ride
Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who've been in space far longer than planned, express confidence in the Boeing Starliner's ability to return them safely to Earth - at some point.
Boeing Starliner: Butch Wilmore, Sunita Williams to Give Update from Space
Two NASA astronauts will take part in a media call on Wednesday, the first since their malfunctioning Boeing Starliner left them stuck onboard the ISS.
NASA crew emerge from 3D-printed Mars habitat
A crew of four volunteers completed their year-long mission to simulate a working environment on the Red Planet.
NASA images show asteroids passing Earth
Asteroids 2011 UL21 and 2024 MK zipped past Earth on June 27 and 29, respectively.
Decades-old Uranus mystery may have been solved
Voyager 2's fly-by of Uranus in 1986 detected that its radiation belt was weaker than expected.
Hurricane Beryl revealed from space in NASA image
Hurricane Beryl is the earliest Atlantic Category 5 hurricane on record and the strongest storm ever recorded in July.