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December 13, 2023

Geminids meteor shower peaks this week with ideal conditions, NASA officials say

The Geminids meteor shower, considered the best of the year, is set to peak this week. The peak activity is expected on Thursday but will also be visible on Wednesday.

December 13, 2023

What's inside the moon? Mysteries that are still being decoded

The enduring allure of the moon's mysteries keeps researchers and stargazers spellbound, prompting a constant question: What's the mystery inside the moon?

December 12, 2023

Russian plane carrying 'radioactive cargo' forced back to Moscow due to mechanical failure: report

A Russian commercial aircraft transporting approximately 42 pounds of radioactive cargo from Moscow to Khanty-Mansiysk was forced to land due to a landing gear failure.

December 12, 2023

A Christmas gift guide tailored to the space enthusiast in your life

Find stellar holiday gifts for space enthusiasts this Christmas season with a cosmic collection to brighten the gift recipients' universe with joy and wonder.

December 11, 2023

'Engage and destroy': Space Force missile defense interceptor test takes out target

A homeland defense ground-based interceptor test launched from California's Vandenberg Space Force Base on Monday was a success, officials said.

December 11, 2023

On this day in history, December 11, 1972, Apollo 17 astronauts become last humans to walk on the moon

On Dec. 11, 1972, Apollo 17 astronauts Eugene Cernan and Harrison Schmitt became the last humans to walk on the moon as of now, as the final flight of the program concluded.

December 10, 2023

Mercury study offers new twist on possibility of life on other planets

New studies on the presence and composition of salt glaciers on Mercury suggest more potential for life in extremely harsh environments, similar to Earth settings like Arizona.

December 9, 2023

The Space Shuttle Challenger disaster of 1986 shook the foundations of space exploration

Discover the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster's investigations, recovery, legal battles and enduring space exploration legacy in this deep-dive overview.

December 8, 2023

Former Astronaut Mike Massimino releases book on his NASA career

Author of ‘Moonshot’ Mike Massimino on his new book and the first public-private partnership launch for NASA

December 8, 2023

Rare celestial event: Massive asteroid 'Leona' to eclipse red supergiant 'Betelgeuse' in night sky spectacle

In a rare celestial event, the massive asteroid 'Leona' is set to eclipse the red supergiant 'Betelgeuse,' creating a unique night sky spectacle on Monday night.