This star-forming galaxy is blowing out powerful winds topping 2 million mph
NASA’s XRISM X-ray spacecraft has clocked 2 million mph winds ripping out of a distant galaxy bursting with star formation.
Yes, NASA’s launching Artemis 2 astronauts to the moon on April Fools’ Day. It’s not a joke.
NASA is hoping for a historic moon launch, not a punchline on April 1.
Comet MAPS faces a make-or-break moment as it dives toward the sun on April 4 — could it shine in the daytime sky?
Comet MAPS is about to face its ultimate test as it sweeps just 101,000 miles above the sun’s surface.
A New Theory Connects Early Cosmic Inflation and Quantum Gravity
The Universe expanded rapidly soon after the Big Bang, and we aren’t sure why. But a theory of quadratic quantum gravity might be the answer.
What will happen if Artemis 2 astronauts get hit by a solar storm during NASA’s ambitious moon mission?
“If an event is particularly bad, there are some places in the capsule, such as storage bays and down by the toilet, that the crew can go to.”
How to use your Unistellar smart telescope to track the Artemis 2 rocket light curve in the name of science
Unistellar co-founder tells Space.com about how citizen scientists are using smart telescopes to engage in planetary defense.
Tales of Two Comets: A1 MAPS and R3 Pan-STARRS Both Make a Showing in April
All eyes are on the inner solar system in April 2026, as two comets reach perihelion. One, Comet R3 Pan-STARRS we’ve known about since last year. Another, sungrazer A1 MAPS…
Godspeed, Artemis II!
NASA/Jessica Meir NASA astronaut Jessica Meir took this photo of an Artemis program patch floating in the International Space Station’s cupola. She posted it on X on March 30, 2026,…
Landsat Reveals Reservoir Changes and Bathymetry
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Agentic AI: the future of space warfare
The future of space warfare will be determined by the speed of decision. As satellite constellations proliferate and adversaries field increasingly sophisticated counterspace capabilities, the ability to sense, analyze and…