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October 3, 2018

NASA's aging planet-hunting Kepler telescope is struggling to see straight

The reign of NASA's champion exoplanet-hunting telescope Kepler may be coming to an end this month, according to an update from the agency posted yesterday (Sept. 28).

October 2, 2018

Stunning image from lost spacecraft reveals what it’s like to stand on a comet

The European Space Agency has released a new image of what it's like to actually stand on a comet, courtesy of the Rosetta spacecraft.

October 2, 2018

Should we land on Venus again? Scientists are trying to decide

Venus is an extraordinarily beautiful hellscape: its clouds are made of sulfuric acid, its surface is so hot it would melt even lead, and its winds constantly hit hurricane-force speeds.

October 1, 2018

NASA marks 60th anniversary: 5 historic moments in space exploration

NASA has made impressive strides since it launched 60 years ago. Here's a look at 5 historic moments in the agency's history.

October 1, 2018

NASA needs to return to ‘pushing our boundaries,’ says Neil Armstrong’s son

As NASA celebrates its 60th anniversary, Neil Armstrong’s son wants to see the agency to ramp up its efforts as a space pioneer.

October 1, 2018

NASA’s 60th anniversary: Space agency celebrates incredible achievements, honors sacrifices

NASA is celebrating its 60th anniversary Monday, honoring the incredible achievements and sacrifices made by the men and women involved in America’s space program.

September 28, 2018

Jeff Bezos' space company set to launch

Jeff Bezos’ private space company is getting ready for liftoff.

September 27, 2018

Asteroid rovers send back stunning new pictures of space rock's surface

Japan’s space agency has released stunning new photos and video of a distant asteroid’s rocky surface that were captured by two small rovers.

September 27, 2018

Here comes the Sun! Parker Solar probe instruments see 'first light'

As Parker Solar Probe prepares for an unprecedented close-up of the sun, the new spacecraft sent data home showing that all is well in the mission.

September 27, 2018

Japanese startup ispace to launch Moon lander missions on SpaceX rockets

A Japanese company that aims to help humanity explore and settle the moon will fly its first two lunar missions with SpaceX.