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Planets December 1, 2023

'Too massive for its star': Scientists discover enormous planet that changes what we know about red dwarfs

Scienstists have discovered a planet circling a a red dwarf. The enormous mass of the planet compared to its host star is forcing scientists to reconsider current theories.

LIFESTYLE November 21, 2023

Miss England is invited to tour NASA's Kennedy Space Center after expressing dream of being an astronaut

The woman crowed Miss England stopped by NASA to live a day in the life of an astronaut — bringing her one step closer to fulfilling her dream of becoming one.

PLANET EARTH November 20, 2023

The length of Earth's day is not set in stone and may surprise you

A day on Earth is not always 24 hours on the dot. Scientists in Germany recently published findings that demonstrate that the length of a day can vary.

AIR AND SPACE October 28, 2023

Massive 'Devil Comet' with ice volcano and 'horns' to light up Earth skies

A "Devil Comet," twice the size of size of Mt. Everest and has an active ice volcano, will barrel across Earth's view in spring of 2024, scientists say.

LIFESTYLE October 26, 2023

NASA spacecraft snaps 'face figure' on Jupiter during close flyby of the planet: See the photos

NASA released an image taken of Jupiter in which the clouds appear to form a human face. The Juno mission image has scientists believing it has a "face" effect.

Solar Eclipse October 11, 2023

'Ring of fire' eclipse: What to know about the rare phenomenon headed to the US

A rare "ring of fire" eclipse will be visible in some part of the U.S. on Saturday. National Geographic editor Allie Yang explained what makes it so special — and what people can expect.

AIR AND SPACE September 29, 2023

Black holes explained: Why they're some of the strangest objects in space

What are black holes and why are they so fascinating to scientists and all of us? Here's what to know about the strange phenomenon and why it matters.

SCIENCE September 11, 2023

Red Planet breakthrough: NASA generates enough oxygen on Mars to keep small dog alive for 10 hours

In a potential breakthrough for future exploration on Mars, NASA says it has generated enough oxygen for a small dog to survive on the Red Planet for 10 hours.

AIR AND SPACE September 9, 2023

Green comet to streak across Earth skies for first time in centuries

A comet will pass by Earth for the first time in more than 400 years, with people in the Northern Hemisphere likely able to catch a glimpse of it on Sept. 12.

Astronomy August 17, 2023

How to spot the Capricornus constellation, the sea goat figure in the night sky

The Capricornus constellation is often thought to represent a sea goat figure. It is best seen in September or October, and a telescope is recommended.

NASA August 16, 2023

Ring of fire eclipse will cross the western US this October: What to know

Multiple states across the country will see a "ring of fire" eclipse on October 14, 2023. NASA says the next annular eclipse will begin in Oregon and end in Texas.