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Will the moon ruin the Eta Aquarid meteor shower this week? Here's what to know

A bright waning gibbous moon may wash out this week's Eta Aquarid meteor shower peak — but early risers could still catch a few shooting stars.

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Astronomers believe they've detected an atmosphere around a tiny, icy world beyond Pluto

A new study suggests that a tiny, icy world beyond Pluto harbors a thin, delicate atmosphere

The Independent UK

What's the best time to see Eta Aquarid meteors tonight?

The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks this week, but will you be able to see it?

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Why were galaxies so active in the early universe? We may be getting close to the answer

Early galaxies were star-forming machines, gobbling up gas and spitting out stars with a furious intensity. A new model helps explain why things were so different back then.

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Rare comet to flash through New Zealand skies – before it disappears for 170,000 years

Over the next two weeks stargazers have a chance to spot the blue-green orb and smudgy tail of comet known as C/2025 R3 PanSTARRS

The Guardian - AU

Scientists discover 27 potential new planets that orbit two stars in solar systems far, far away

On ‘Star Wars day’, researchers more than double the number of potential known ‘circumbinary’ planets like the fictional Tatooine, home to Luke Skywalker

The Guardian - AU

'It was quite a light show!' NASA astronaut spies dramatic fireball from the International Space Station (photos)

NASA astronaut Chris Williams photographed a fireball from above recently, capturing the stunning site from aboard the International Space Station.

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Nasa brought crashing down to earth as budget threat follows lunar success

Artemis II inspired the public but the Trump administration wants to slash the science underpinning human spaceflight

The Guardian - US

Why do some stars become 'supernova impostors'? Astronomers still don't quite know

Astronomers call this "eruptive mass loss," and it's a stellar drama we're still trying to fully grasp.

Space

Texas residents sue Elon Musk’s SpaceX saying massive sonic booms have damaged their homes

Homeowners accuse SpaceX of gross negligence and trespassing

The Independent UK

‘Force is with us’ says King as he tours observatory in Bermuda

Charles made the remark as he was visiting a site operated by the UK Space Agency on the Caribbean island.

Evening Standard

SpaceX sends 45 satellites to orbit in nighttime launch from California (video)

SpaceX launched 45 satellites to orbit from California early Sunday morning (May 3), including a South Korean spacecraft that was originally supposed to fly in 2022.

Space

This Week In Space podcast: Episode 208 — Lander, Lander, Who's Got a Lander

On Episode 208 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik talk with Space.com's Mike Wall about the risks and realities of the new space race to the moon.

Space

Charles learns of UK Space Agency project as Bermuda visit comes to an end

The King also attended a garden party at Bermuda’s Government House on Friday evening.

Evening Standard

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Galaxies, Artemis 2, space telescopes and stormtroopers: Here are the best photos from our staff

Photos from around the space team.

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3 planets will put on a sky show in May — when and how to see them

Venus, Jupiter and Mercury headline May's skywatching, with stunning moon pairings and a three-planet display.

Space

The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks next week: Here's what you need to know

Shooting stars and the occasional fireball may be seen whenever the constellation Aquarius is above the horizon.

Evening Standard

Charles to end Bermuda trip by launching UK Space Agency project

During his final day in Bermuda the King will also open the new Great Bay Coast Guard Station.

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South Texas residents suing SpaceX over alleged home damage

The lawsuit filed by 80 plaintiffs Thursday accuse Elon Musk's company of gross negligence and trespassing for loud blasts from 11 rocket tests.

Space

Artemis 2 astronauts get the star treatment after historic moon trip

They didn't get a parade, but they're certainly being paraded on the big networks.

Space

Drone radar could help spacecraft pinpoint where to drill for water on Mars, scientists say

Drone-mounted radar flown over glaciers on Earth show how the technology can map buried ice in detail, helping future Mars spacecraft choose exactly where to drill.

Space

How 'For All Mankind' evolved from 'The Right Stuff' into 'The Expanse'

A show that began life as a period piece is now unashamedly hard science fiction.

Space

Is it cake? No, it's a parachute! | Space photo of the day for May 1, 2026

In this donut-shaped bag is a massive parachute. Next stop? Mars.

Space

NASA's Curiosity and Perseverance rovers capture sweeping Mars panoramas (video)

New panoramic views from NASA's Curiosity and Perseverance rovers reveal dramatically different Martian terrains shaped by ancient water and billions of years of geological change.

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May's full 'Flower Moon' rises tonight: Here's what to expect from the 'micromoon'

May's full moon rises as flowers bloom across the northern hemisphere.

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