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Japan's audacious sample-return mission to the Mars moon Phobos has made it to the launch pad

The complex MMX mission aims to shed light on the origins of Mars' two tiny moons, Phobos and Deimos, bringing Phobos material back to Earth in 2031.

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What is the Lyrid Meteor Shower - and will it be visible in London?

The meteor shower is expected to be at its peak this evening when Londoners could see up to 100 meteors per hour

Evening Standard

Happy Earth Day! Celebrate with these amazing photos of our planet from space, from Apollo 8 to Artemis 2

This Earth Day, we reflect on our home planet and look at Earth from space through history.

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Meet the US Navy divers who welcomed the Artemis 2 astronauts home from the moon

Four Navy divers made a contribution to the historic Artemis 2 moon mission, welcoming its astronauts home to Earth and making sure they were safe and healthy.

Space

Blue Origin's huge New Glenn rocket grounded after launch mishap

The Federal Aviation Administration has temporarily grounded Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket, which failed to deliver a satellite to the proper orbit during its third-ever launch on Sunday (April 19).

Space

See the moon shining in the daytime sky this week: Here's where to look

The moon is visible in the daytime sky as it grows thicker ahead of the full phase on May 1.

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Spectacular photos of the 2026 Lyrid meteor shower captured from Earth and space

Lyrid meteors were photographed blazing through Earth's atmosphere on the nights surrounding the April 22 peak.

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Earth Day quiz: how much do you know about sustainability in tech?

Take this sustainability in tech quiz or complete this awe-inspiring Earth puzzle to celebrate Earth Day 2026.

Tom’s Guide

Mysterious rings around Uranus point to hidden moons orbiting the ice giant

The two most puzzling rings around Uranus are gradually giving up their secrets, only to deepen the mystery of the Uranian system.

Space

The 10 best asteroid movies, ranked: Hollywood's best examples of meteor mayhem, asteroid annihilation, and comet calamities

Pop on your hard hat and buckle the chin strap as we count down the finest falling space rock films of all time.

Space

The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, NASA's next great observatory, is finally complete

NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, which is set to launch this coming September, has the potential to show us pockets of the cosmos we've yet to touch.

Space

You've heard of the Space Force. Now there's a 'NASA Force' — but it's not about making space war

NASA Force aims to recruit industry talent to the space agency for relatively short stints. Applications are open now in the wake of the Artemis 2 moon mission.

Space

'Dancing' jets erupting from a cannibalistic black hole have the power of 10,000 suns

Astronomers have discovered that jets from a cannibalistic black hole are erupting with the power of 10,000 suns.

Space

The moon and Jupiter steal the show after sunset tonight

A half moon passes close to Jupiter on April 22, creating a striking scene.

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NASA rolls out Artemis 3 SLS rocket's huge core stage to gear up for 2027 launch (photo)

NASA rolled the Artemis 3 core stage out from the Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans on Monday (April 20). The next stop is the launch site: Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

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Astronauts photograph Lyrid meteor shower from ISS | Space photo of the day for April 21, 2026

NASA's Jessica Meir spotted the Lyrids from aboard the space station.

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NASA reveals its Roman Space Telescope today: How to watch live, and what's next for the next-generation observatory

NASA will unveil the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope on April 21, and you can watch the event live here at Space.com.

Space

Don't miss the Lyrid meteor shower 2026 peak tonight! Viewing times, location and tips

The Lyrid meteor shower peaks in the early hours of April 22, offering up a possible feast of impressive shooting stars and the occasional fireball.

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Weekly horoscope: Penny Thornton's astrological reading for each star sign for 21-27 April

Find out what the stars have in store for you, as renowned astrologer Penny Thornton shares her weekly insights

Space

600 rocket landings! SpaceX notches another milestone during Sunday Starlink launch (video)

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket carrying 25 Starlink satellites lifted off from Vandenberg Space Force Station in California on April 19. The mission featured the 600th landing of a Falcon first stage.

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Scientists found a 'bathtub ring' on Mars. Could it be evidence of an ancient Red Planet ocean?

A huge geological structure on Mars resembling a bathtub ring may be evidence of an ocean that once covered a third of the Red Planet.

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Lyrid meteor shower peaks this week: UK skies set for bright spring display

Get ready to be mesmerized by the Lyrid meteor shower, an awe-inspiring celestial event that lights up the night sky! This week, stargazers in the UK and the Northern Hemisphere can enjoy a spectacular show with as many as 20 meteors streaking across the sky each hour after midnight on…

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Watch the Lyrid meteor shower 2026 online today with these free livestreams

Catch Lyrid meteors live online with these stunning sky cams from around the world.

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A peek at the far side of the moon | Space photo of the day for April 20, 2026

The Artemis 2 astronauts captured a unique image of the moon's "dark side" during their historic April 2026 flyby.

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What's the best time to see Lyrid meteors in 2026?

The Lyrid meteor shower peak is almost here, and we may be in store for spectacular fireballs and shooting stars.

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