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See a cosmic 'smiley face' in the early morning sky as the moon greets Saturn and Venus tomorrow

Nobody knows it, but the universe has a secret smile, and it uses it only for Earth.

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Scientists discover super-Earth exoplanets are more common in the universe than we thought

Super-Earths can exist in wider orbits around their parent stars than was previously believed, suggesting these Earth-like exoplanets could be more common than we thought.

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China's Shenzhou 20 astronauts arrive at Tiangong space station (video)

The three astronauts of China's Shenzhou 20 mission arrived at the nation's Tiangong space station today (April 24), about 6.5 hours after lifting off.

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James Webb Space Telescope finds a wild black hole growth spurt in galaxies at 'cosmic noon'

Using the James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have peered into galaxies that existed at cosmic noon to hunt ravenously feeding black holes and bursts of starbirth.

Space

Could astronauts visit the Hubble Space Telescope again?

Astronauts repaired and upgraded NASA's Hubble Space Telescope over the course of five servicing missions from 1993 to 2009. Could yet another astronaut visit be in the cards?

Space

World's largest solar telescope gains powerful new 'eye' to study the sun's secrets

A powerful new instrument added to the Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope promises to maximize the information gleaned from the sun's light.

Space

Starbase, the SpaceX site, is likely Texas’ next city. What happens next?

City leaders, who will be elected in May, will have just a short window to decide what services to provide, like police or fire, and how to tax residents.

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Aging gracefully: The Hubble Telescope is in 'excellent technical condition' on its 35th birthday, its chief scientist says

By teaming up with the James Webb Space Telescope, or by scientists delving into its long history of observations, Hubble is cementing its legacy.

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China prepares for launch of 3-person space station replacement crew

China is making final preparations for the launch of a three-person replacement crew for its orbiting space station that will mark a further step toward a possible crewed mission to the Moon and exploration of Mars

The Independent UK

Chinese Astronauts Set To Blast Off For Space Station

China will send a new team of astronauts to its space station on Thursday, as the country marches towards its ambition of becoming a space power to rival the dominance of the United States.

International Business Times

Rocket Lab introduces line of customizable solar arrays for satellites

Rocket Lab now offering custom solar array line for customer satellites' solar power needs.

Space

China launches Shenzhou 20 astronauts to Tiangong space station (video)

China's latest human spaceflight mission is headed for orbit early Thursday morning (April 24), and you can watch the action live.

Space

Can Hubble still hang? How the space telescope compares to its successors after 35 years of cosmic adventures

On Thursday, April 24, 2025, the Hubble Space Telescope will celebrate 35 years in space. Can it still hold its own and prove useful when compared to instruments like the James Webb Space Telescope?

Space

South Korea sends 4th spy satellite to orbit on SpaceX rideshare launch

South Korea sent its fourth homegrown spy satellite to orbit this week in an effort to bolster its ability to keep tabs on its neighbor and adversary North Korea.

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Don't miss a 'mini planet parade' early on April 24 as the moon, Venus and Saturn line up in the morning sky

The morning of April 24 will give rise to a striking mini-planetary parade, as Mercury, Venus, Saturn, Neptune, and Earth's moon join together in the pre-dawn sky.

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African Space Agency celebrates official inauguration, joining global push for space innovation

Africa has taken a giant leap into the global space arena with the official inauguration of the African Space Agency (AfSA) on April 20.

Space

China reveals Shenzhou 20 astronaut crew launching to Tiangong space station

Veteran Chinese astronaut Chen Dong will command a crew that includes rookies Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie.

Space

NASA's SPHEREx team rings bell at New York Stock Exchange | Space picture of the day for April 23, 2025

The New York Stock Exchange celebrated the launch of NASA's newest astrophysics observatory by having the probe's team ring the closing bell.

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Incredible photo catches the sun rising behind the world's largest telescope

As construction continues on ESO's Extremely Large Telescope, the observatory shared some stunning photos of the site as the telescope reached its highest point.

Space

SpaceX launches 3 rockets from 3 pads in less than 37 hours (photos)

SpaceX continues to keep up its torrid launch pace, sending three missions to orbit from three different pads over the course of a day and a half.

Space

Lyrid meteor shower 2025 delights stargazers with the help of a dramatic fireball display (photos)

The Lyrids 2025 did not disappoint, and we've got the photos to prove it!

Space

The Hubble Space Telescope turns 35 as NASA budget cuts loom. How many more birthdays will it have?

Budget cuts hitting U.S. government agencies like NASA don't seem promising for the Hubble Space Telescope, but there is still hope.

Space

Gorgeous deep space photo captures the Andromeda Galaxy surrounded by glowing gas

Astrophotographer Miguel Claro captured a colorful portrait of the Andromeda Galaxy from the Dark Sky Alqueva Observatory in Cumeada, Portugal.

Space

Astronomers discover dark matter 'bridge' linking colliding galaxies: 'This is the missing piece we've been looking for.'

A massive clump of dark matter in the Perseus galaxy cluster is linked to its core by a bridge of dark matter, evidence of a history of mergers.

International Business Times

Veteran Chinese Astronaut To Lead Fresh Crew To Space Station

China announced Wednesday that a veteran astronaut will lead two crew members on their first flight to the Tiangong space station, the latest milestone in the country's race to send a manned mission to the moon by 2030.

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