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July 16, 2024

Scientists discover massive cave on moon that could be used to shelter astronauts

An Italian-led team of scientists say they have confirmed evidence of a sizable cave on the moon not far from where Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin landed 55 years ago.

June 21, 2024

Astronauts experiment with sports in microgravity

While experiments with sports in space were relatively simple just 50 years ago, they paved the way for modern-day testing of sporting equipment and even household items in zero gravity.

June 18, 2024

NASA lunar orbiter pictures Chinese space probe on far side of the moon

New photos released by NASA show where China's Chang'e-6 space probe landed on the far side of the moon in a historic first-of-its-kind space mission.

June 18, 2024

On this day in history, June 18, 1983, astronaut Sally Ride becomes first American woman in space

Sally Ride made history as the first American woman in space on this day in history, June 18, 1983. Ride was one of six women picked for the astronaut class of 1978.

June 13, 2024

NASA administrator says 'at least a trillion' other planets like Earth could exist in universe

NASA Administrator Bill Nelson said the government agency aims to send astronauts back to the moon, while the Perseverance Rover explores what was once a lake on Mars.

June 13, 2024

NASA administrator describes future projects, partnerships in space

NASA administrator Bill Nelson discusses the American space program's history and future, from space race competition with the Soviets to plans to retrieve samples from Mars.

June 3, 2024

Chinese spacecraft lands on far side of moon to collect samples as space rivalry with US grows

China has landed a spacecraft on the moon’s far side to collect samples that could provide insights into differences between the less-explored region and the better-known near side.

May 3, 2024

China launches lunar probe to take samples from far side of the moon

China's advancing space exploration program has launched a new lunar probe to explore the far side of the moon. China has its own space station and conceptual plans for a moon base.

April 25, 2024

April’s pink moon captured on full display over Chesapeake Bay

While the pink moon in April may refer to a kind of herb known for being a harbinger in the spring across the eastern U.S., Jeff Norman captured a time lapse of the perfectly pink moon rising over Kent Island in Chesapeake Bay.

April 18, 2024

Lyrid meteor shower peaks this weekend: How to catch a glimpse of the celestial event

The Lyrid meteor shower, occurring annually in mid-to-late April, is currently underway with its peak activity expected Sunday into Monday, officials say.