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March 28, 2024

How NASA's three rockets will explore the impact of a brief, rare marvel in space

NASA has planned to launch three sounding rockets from Virginia on April 8 to collect data on how the total solar eclipse impacts Earth's upper atmosphere.

March 25, 2024

Solar eclipse 2024: Former NASA astronaut shares what it looks like from space, how to safely view it yourself

The solar eclipse will occur in the U.S. on April 8, 2024. A former NASA astronaut is sharing his experience with seeing one in space, plus tips for safe viewing on land.

March 25, 2024

Russian Soyuz spacecraft with 3 astronauts docks at the International Space Station

Three astronauts aboard a Russian Soyuz spacecraft successfully docked at the International Space Station on Monday following Saturday's launch from a Russian-leased launch facility in Kazakhstan.

March 24, 2024

Geomagnetic storm hits Earth creating northern lights, disrupting radio communications

A geomagnetic storm forecasted through Monday is expected to disrupt radio communications but making for great aurora viewing.

March 24, 2024

For solar eclipse on April 8, some US schools will be closed for the day

School districts and universities nationwide will observe alternative schedules due to safety concerns during the solar eclipse on April 8, 2024. Astrophysicist Dr. Bill Blair weighs in.

March 23, 2024

Trending in Lifestyle: Solar eclipse prompts school closures, a shocking Goodwill find and more

Soak up these top headlines, including a Goodwill gown with a surprising story, a senior shelter dog's happy ending and what to know about solar eclipse school closures in America.

March 22, 2024

April's solar eclipse could be the best yet for NASA scientific experiments, officials say

April's solar eclipse promises to offer a significant opportunity for scientific exploration. NASA and other groups are using it as a research opportunity.

March 22, 2024

Meet the American who wrote the moon-landing software: Margaret Hamilton, computer whiz mom

The Apollo 11 moon mission provided a giant leap for womankind, thanks to the remarkable intellect of young software engineer and mother Margaret Hamilton.

March 21, 2024

Hot-air balloon crashes into power line, basket breaks off and sparks fly: video

Video captures the moment a hot-air balloon hit a power line in Minnesota, causing the basket to detach with three passengers on board who "miraculously" survived relatively unscathed.

March 21, 2024

Russia aborts space launch, holding 3 astronauts seconds before lift off

Russia's space agency aborted a launch containing three astronauts about 20 seconds before scheduled lift off. The crew was expected to go to the International Space Station.