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Beyond the habitable zone: Exoplanet atmospheres are the next clue to finding life on planets orbiting distant stars
Morgan Underwoodpublished
But being in this sweet spot doesn't automatically mean a planet is hospitable to life.
NASA probe captures stunning photos of Earth and moon on the way to infamous asteroid Apophis
Samantha Mathewsonpublished
NASA's OSIRIS-APEX spacecraft captured stunning new images as it whipped past Earth during a high-speed slingshot maneuver, sending the probe on a fast track toward the asteroid Apophis.
Astronauts welcome arrival of new crewmates | On the ISS this week Nov. 24-28, 2025
Robert Z. Pearlmanpublished
Expedition 73 gained three crewmates, expanding the International Space Station's complement to 10. Activities continued as the outpost extended beyond 25 years of a continuous human presence.
The best Black Friday streaming deals 2025: watch great Sci-Fi content for less
Alexander Coxlast updated
DEALSWe've rounded up the best streaming deals all in one place, so you can save big and stay glued to the couch.
Skywatching
This small but mighty smart telescope impressed our astronomy expert and now it's $50 cheaper for Black Friday
ByHarry Bennettpublished
DealsOur astronomy expert, Gemma Lavender, reviewed the ZWO Seestar S30 and was impressed with the easy setup and stunning images. Get it for $349 in this Black Friday deal from Amazon!
Spaceflight
On this day in space! Nov. 28, 1967: Astronomers Discover the 1st Pulsar
ByHanneke Weitering,Elizabeth Howelllast updated
On Nov. 28, 1967, astronomers found the first pulsar.
NASA astronauts take new moonsuit for a swim | Space photo of the day for Nov. 28, 2025
ByKenna Hughes-Castleberrypublished
As NASA prepares for crewed Artemis missions, its astronauts are learning to use a new generation of spacesuits: the Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit, designed by Axiom Space.
NASA renews commitment to Europe's life-hunting Mars rover despite Trump budget cuts
ByTereza Pultarovapublished
"These confirmations have been given to us in writing, so this is a very important step."
ISS astronaut Jonny Kim floats with his lunch | Space photo of the day for Nov. 27, 2025
ByKenna Hughes-Castleberrypublished
A perfect Thanksgiving image of the day for all who celebrate.
US-Russian Soyuz crew launches to the International Space Station on Thanksgiving Day
ByRobert Z. Pearlmanlast updated
Russia's Soyuz MS-28 crew — Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev of Roscosmos and Chris Williams of NASA — launched for and arrived at the ISS on Nov. 27, 2025, Thanksgiving Day.
Science & Astronomy
What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2025
ByTariq Malik,Daisy Dobrijeviclast updated
ReferenceSee what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2025.
Key Driver of Extreme Winds on Venus Identified
BySarah Stanleypublished
A new study suggests that a once-daily atmospheric tidal cycle may be a bigger driver of rapid Venusian winds than previously thought.
Space Photo of the Day
Entertainment
Beat the Paramount+ price hike with this half-price Black Friday Walmart+ deal
ByChris McMullenpublished
DealsAnnoyed that you'll have to pay even more to watch Starfleet Academy? Thanks to this Walmart+ deal, you can get a full year of Paramount+ for just $50, beating the January Paramount+ price rise.
What's Up In Space Today
Northern lights - live updates
The latest aurora forecast for tonight help you make sure you're in the right place at the right time to see the northern lights.
Rocket launch today
Follow Space.com's rocket launch blog for the latest on when the next rocket launch will be and how to follow it live.
Night sky for tonight
Find out what you can see in the night sky for tonight, from planets and stars to dazzling meteor showers.
Live 4K video from space!
Witness live views of Earth from the International Space Station as it orbits the planet. Space streaming company Sen is broadcasting 24/7 from the ISS in beautiful 4K HD.
On this day in space!
NASA astronaut Sally Ride became the first American woman in space aboard the space shuttle Challenger.
ReferenceWhat is the moon phase today?
See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2025.
ReferenceSpace calendar 2025
Keep up with all the rocket launches, astronomical events and mission milestones for 2025 with our space calendar.
Search For Life
SETI's 'Noah’s Ark' – a space historian explores how the advent of radio astronomy led to the USSR’s search for extraterrestrial life
ByGabriela Radulescupublished
An expert dives into the history of radio astronomy and the search for life beyond our Earth.
Scientists want to search for life in this double star system devoid of giant exoplanets. Here's why
ByKiona N. Smithpublished
The giants might've been kicked out, left to live a rogue lifestyle.
Planets may make their own water as they form — could that mean more habitable worlds in the universe?
BySharmila Kuthunurpublished
New lab experiments suggest that water may not be a rare visitor delivered by chance but rather a fundamental ingredient woven into the process of planetary birth.
Technology
Looking for a cheap Black Friday laptop deal? These 7 offers have caught my eye
ByKeumars Afifi-Sabetpublished
I test laptops for a living and I've found several worthwhile laptop deals this Black Friday, with huge discounts on MacBooks and other high-end models.
