How NASA Filmed Humans Last Leaving The Moon, 42 Years Ago
When Apollo 17 lifted off from the moon, a camera captured the movements of the spacecraft -- even though nobody…
New Signal May Be Evidence of Dark Matter, Say Researchers
Dark matter is the architect of large-scale cosmic structure and the engine behind proper rotation of galaxies. It's an indispensable part…
Just in Time for the Holidays – Galactic Encounter Puts on Stunning Display
At this time of year, festive displays of light are to be expected. This tradition has clearly not been lost…
Amazing Up Close Videos Capture Orion’s Final Descent, Splashdown and Ocean Recovery
http://youtu.be/LoItSvCBN0U?list=UUjJtr2fFcUp6yljzJOzpHUg Video Caption: Last moments of Orion descent as viewed from the recovery ship USS Anchorage. Credit: NASA/US Navy Relive…
New Map Shows ‘Marsquakes’ Shook Wet Valles Marineris Sand, NASA Says
Mars today is a planet that appears to be mostly shaped by wind, but that wasn't always the case. A…
Freak Fast Winds Created Titan’s Massive, Mysterious Dunes
Titan is Saturn's largest moon and is constantly surprising scientists as the Cassini spacecraft probes under its thick atmosphere. Take…
Giveaway: Another Chance to Win the 2015 Year In Space Wall Calendar!
Still looking for the perfect holiday gift? The 2015 edition of Steve Cariddi’s wonderful Year in Space Wall Calendar is…
Dawn Spacecraft’s Dwarf Planet Dance Improves Hubble’s Far-Away View
The Hubble Space Telescope is one of the best observatories humanity has. It's been operating for nearly 25 years in…
Opportunity Mars Rover Plagued By Flash Memory Problems, But Carries On
NASA's aging Mars rover is still struggling with Flash memory after several months of controllers trying to work around frequent…
Orion Off-Loaded for Cross Country Trek to Florida Home Base
After a brilliant first test flight, and historic Pacific Ocean splashdown and recovery on Dec. 5, 2014, NASA’s Orion spacecraft…