Telescopes turn on Parker Solar Probe’s latest approach to the sun
NASA's Parker Solar Probe has made another swing around the sun. And this time it was watched by both other spacecraft and by ground-based telescopes.
Chandra investigates an X-ray mystery from epic kilonova
For the first time, astronomers are studying the aftermath of a kilonova - an epic burst of energy which occurs when two neutron star collide.
Hubble images two galaxies aligned but light-years apart
This week's image from the Hubble Space Telescope shows two galaxies which appear to be overlapping but are actually light-years apart.
‘Closest black hole’ isn’t actually a black hole, but a stellar vampire
In 2020, astronomers announced they had found the closest black hole ever. But new research suggests that the object in question in not actually a black hole.
A baby star’s energetic outburst captured by Hubble
This week's image from the Hubble Space Telescope shows the dramatic and energetic jets given off by a young star, called a Herbig-Haro object.
If these nearby stars hosted an exoplanet, here’s what it might be like
Astronomers from ETH Zurich have predicted that an Earth-like planet could exist orbiting the nearest sun-like stars to Earth.
Image of James Webb snapped by the Gaia observatory
The Gaia observatory was recently able to snap a picture of the James Webb observatory in its orbit at L2.
See Jupiter’s moons Io and Europa in this stunning Juno image
NASA has released a stunning image of the planet Jupiter, captured by its Juno mission and processed by a citizen scientist.
Hubble used two instruments to image this beautiful galaxy
This week's image from the Hubble Space Telescope is a stunner: The beautiful galaxy NCG 1097, as capturing using two of Hubble's instruments.
The legacy of Sally Ride: America’s first woman in space
Sally Ride, the first American woman in space, didn't fit NASA's archetype for a female astronaut -- and that's precisely why she was such a pioneer.
Solar Orbiter image shows the boiling, roiling face of the sun
The European Space Agency's Solar Orbiter has taken an incredible high-resolution image of the sun, showing its full face and its outer atmosphere or corona.
Astronomers spot a vast, mysterious circle in space
Astronomers have spotted an enormous and mysterious object more than a million light-years across, called an odd radio circle.
Hubble captures an elegant spiral galaxy 60 million light-years away
This week's image from the Hubble Space Telescope shows the spiral galaxy NGC 4571, located 60 million light-years away in the constellation of Coma Berenices.
Astronomers simulate the early universe and the birth of the first galaxies
An international collaboration of astronomers has created the most detailed simulation yet of the early stages of the universe.
Astronomers discover ‘Jupiter’s identical twin’ exoplanet
Recently, astronomers used data from the now-retired Kepler space telescope to identify a new planet which is remarkably similar to Jupiter.
Hubble smashes record for most distant star ever seen
The Hubble Space Telescope has smashed a record, identifying its most distant star ever.
Two modules of dark matter spacecraft Euclid are joined
Europe's dark matter investigation spacecraft, Euclid, has reached a milestone with the joining of two of its major components.
Hubble captures a dusty galaxy that holds a luminous secret
The image from the Hubble Space Telescope this week shows the dusty galaxy NGC 7172, which might look typical but in fact it holds a secret.
This galaxy is a mind-bending 13.5 billion light-years away
An international team of astronomers has identified the most distant astronomical object ever observed: A galaxy 13.5 billion light-years away,
This extreme exoplanet’s atmosphere is being sunburned by its host star
Some of the most extreme exoplanets we've found are a type called hot Jupiters, where high temperatures lead to some weird and wonderful effects.
Hubble captures a snake-like spiral galaxy in the constellation of Serpens
The image from the Hubble Space Telescope shared this week shows a serpentine galaxy with winding, snake-like spiral arms.
Neptune’s temperatures are fluctuating, and no one knows why
Something strange is happening on Neptune: Researchers have found surprising swings in the planet's temperatures which they can't explain.
One of James Webb’s first targets is Jupiter. Here’s why
The James Webb Space Telescope is often called the successor to Hubble, and is built to peer into deep space -- so why is NASA aiming it at Jupiter?
Chinese astronaut trio return to Earth after six-month mission
Three Chinese astronauts have returned safely to Earth following a six-month mission on China's new space station.
NASA’s asteroid investigator Lucy tests out its four cameras
NASA's Lucy mission launched last year on its trip to the Trojan asteroids, located in the orbit of Jupiter, and now NASA has shared some of its first images.
James Webb researcher on how telescope will investigate exoplanet atmospheres
A researcher who will be using the James Webb Space Telescope shares how they will investigate exoplanet atmospheres.
Hungry white dwarf feeding on red giant creates epic nova explosion
Astronomers using a pair of ground-based MAGIC telescopes have observed a huge nova explosion created by a pair of stars called RS Ophiuchi.
Hubble captures a serene-looking galaxy with a monster at its heart
This week's image from the Hubble Space Telescope shows the galaxy M91, a barred spiral galaxy in constellation of Coma Berenices.
Hubble turns 32, continues to reveal the wonders of space
Since its launch in 1990, the Hubble Space Telescope has helped uncovered secrets of the universe as well as producing some absolutely stunning images of space.
Hubble captures an angelic merging of galaxies
This week's image from the Hubble Space Telescope show two galaxies which are in the process of merging together, in the system VV-689.
James Webb’s mirrors are almost, but not quite, cooled
With James Webb's MIRI instrument now cooled to its operating temperature, the telescope is approaching its final temperature as it mirrors cool as well.
Sony WF-1000X noise-canceling earbuds are still $177 off for Cyber Monday
The last of the Cyber Monday deals is coming to an end. One of the best deals we've spotted still available is on Sony true wireless noise-canceling earbuds which are on sale for less than half price. You can pick up a pair of Sony WF-1000X earbuds at Walmart for just $100, a $177 saving.
This Vizio soundbar is even more affordable for Black Friday
When it comes to a terrific movie-watching experience at home, you don't just need a great TV. You also need terrific sound. And what better way to ease into the world of TV audio than with one of our favorite affordable soundbars, the Vizio SB3621n-G8 2.1, which is on sale at Walmart for less than $100.
Pick up the Jabra Elite 65t wireless earbuds for just $100 this Black Friday
This Black Friday, pick up a bargain with the Jabra Elite 65t earbuds on sale at Best Buy for just $100, down from the normal $170 price. For a sportier option with more sweatproofing, the Jabra Elite Active 65t is also on sale at Best Buy for $140, down $50 from the original $190 price.
Sony WH-1000XM4 wireless headphones are the best Prime Day deal
The tremendous Sony WH-1000XM4 noise-canceling headphones are $50 off for Prime Day, and with every purchase, you'll also receive a $25 Amazon Gift Card.
Hulu subscriptions are down to just $2 for Black Friday/Cyber Monday
It's not only electronics and gadgets that go on sale over Black Friday weekend. Now is also a great time to pick up a bargain on subscriptions like streaming services. You can get a Hulu subscription for just $1.99 per month, down from $5.99 per month. This offer is only available until Monday.
Pick up a Chromecast Ultra for under $50 this Black Friday
If you're looking for an affordable upgrade to your home entertainment system, then now is a great time to pick up a streaming device like a Google Chromecast. As part of the great deals available this Black Friday, we've found two bargains so you can save money on these devices.
Best Super Bowl TV deals 2021: Cheap 4K TVs, QLED TVs, and OLED TVs
Here, we've rounded up all the best Super Bowl TV deals you can shop today, including HDTVs, 4K TVs, and 8K TVs.