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Astronomy in Space with David Dickinson
What's Next After the International Space Station?
NASA will end support for the International Space Station by 2030, transitioning low-Earth orbit to commercial operations.
Explore the Night with Bob King
See Comet Leonard at its Best
The year's brightest comet is now on display in the predawn sky this week and next. Here's how to find it.
Astronomy in Space with David Dickinson
Solar Orbiter to Fly Past Earth Thanksgiving Weekend
The Solar Orbiter mission will fly past Earth Friday night, setting up a dramatic sunward plunge.
Imaging Foundations with Richard Wright
Getting Started in Deep-Sky Astrophotography
Shopping for gear to get started in astrophotography? Here's some sage advice before you max out all your credit cards.
Explore the Night with Bob King
A Near-Miss Total Lunar Eclipse
A near-total lunar eclipse will be widely visible across North America on the night of November 18–19. Dress warmly and go for it!
Astronomy in Space with David Dickinson
Russia Conducts Antisatellite Test; Space Station Crew Takes Cover
A Russian missile struck a defunct satellite early Monday morning, forcing International Space Station crew to shelter in place.
Cosmic Relief with David Grinspoon
Life Beyond Earth?
By century’s end, the author thinks we’ll have an answer to this question. But what kind of answer?
Astronomy in Space with David Dickinson
NASA Announces Drilling Site on the Moon
NASA has revealed the landing site for Intuitive Machines’ ambitious drilling mission, set to launch for the Moon in 2022.
The Black Hole Files with Camille Carlisle
Third Gravitational-Wave Catalog Released
The latest results from LIGO, Virgo, and KAGRA bring several key revelations, including that black holes tend to come with certain masses.
Why We Look Up with Jennifer Willis
Stargazers: Community of Wonder
Companionship adds to the stargazing experience; but even if you're alone, you never know who else might be looking skyward.
Astronomy in Space with David Dickinson
Astronomers Announce Priorities for Next Decade
The National Academy of Science detailed the direction for astronomy and astrophysics today for the coming decade.
Explore the Night with Bob King
Uranus Queues Up for Opposition
Journey to a remote planet then double back to check in on the latest stirrings of Comet 29P/Schwassmann-Wachmann before touching the finger of dawn.
Astronomy in Space with David Dickinson
NASA Selects Gamma-Ray Mission to Explore Positron Sources, Supernovae
The COSI mission will study the recent history of star birth, star death, and the formation of chemical elements in the Milky Way.
Imaging Foundations with Richard Wright
How to Photograph the Northern Lights
Follow these tips to help capture auroral displays.
Explore the Night with Bob King
Jupiter Whacked Again? Japanese Astronomers Record Possible Impact
A group of Japanese astronomers just discovered a potential new impact at the planet Jupiter.
Astronomy in Space with David Dickinson
NASA Launches Lucy Mission to Trojan Asteroids
NASA’s ambitious Lucy mission has launched to explore Jupiter's Trojan asteroids, pristine examples of the solar system's early years.
Explore the Night with Bob King
How Bright Will Comet Leonard Get?
We examine circumstances and expectations for the current apparition of Comet Leonard, which may become the year's brightest comet.
Astronomy in Space with David Dickinson
New Horizons Discovers Kuiper Belt "Twins"
New Horizons has spotted two asteroid pairs in the outer solar system. Their existence sheds light on how planets formed.
Why We Look Up with Jennifer Willis
Don't Postpone Joy: Why We Stargaze
Why do you stargaze? Amateur astronomer Jennifer Willis explores reconnection via the night sky.
Explore the Night with Bob King
Comet 29P Undergoes Brightest Outburst in Recent Years
Catch one of the most active small bodies in the solar system during a rare superoutburst.
