The forces of rotation caused red hot masses of stones to be torn away from the Earth and to be thrown into the ether, and this is the origin of the stars.

— Anaxagoras 428 BC

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Asteroid 2024 YR4 won't Earth but it could still ruin your day: Here's how

Fri, 07/11/2025 - 11:00am
Earth may be safe from an impact by the asteroid 2024 YR4, but it still has a chance of striking the moon. This lunar impact could pose a risk to space tech and astronauts.
Categories: Astronomy

Today is your last chance to save a massive $165 on one of the best camera drones for Amazon Prime Day

Fri, 07/11/2025 - 10:32am
You can save a massive $165 on the DJI Air 3, one of the best camera drones, which we think is the perfect balance of power and portability.
Categories: Astronomy

Today is your last chance to save 20% on the most iconic starship in the Star Wars universe this Amazon Prime Day

Fri, 07/11/2025 - 10:09am
The Lego Star Wars Millennium Falcon set is a faithful reproduction of the most legendary Star Wars starship; you'll have to make the Kessel Run in less than twelve parsecs to grab one, though.
Categories: Astronomy

As NASA's budget shrinks, Europe doubles down on Earth science: 'Climate change is the defining challenge of our generation'

Fri, 07/11/2025 - 10:00am
If NASA must pull back, Europe is ready to step up — and do so with open arms.
Categories: Astronomy

NASA SLS rocket booster spews fire | Space photo of the day for July 11, 2025

Fri, 07/11/2025 - 9:24am
The test encountered an anomaly.
Categories: Astronomy

US Space Force practices 'orbital warfare' in largest-ever training event

Fri, 07/11/2025 - 8:00am
The United States Space Force is undertaking its largest training exercise ever, in order to demonstrate that it is "prepared to fight and win in space."
Categories: Astronomy

Never lose your tech or skywatching gear again as the Apple AirTag is 31% off on the final day or Amazon Prime Day

Fri, 07/11/2025 - 7:43am
It's the final day of Prime Day and the Perseid meteor shower starts shortly, so now is the perfect time to save big on the Apple AirTag.
Categories: Astronomy

Love Fujifilm? These are the best prices on the last day of Amazon Prime Day

Fri, 07/11/2025 - 6:58am
These are the best prices for Fujifilm cameras on the last day of Amazon Prime Day — prices could jump up at any moment!
Categories: Astronomy

July 2025 full 'Buck Moon' dazzles skywatchers worldwide (photos)

Fri, 07/11/2025 - 6:08am
The July full moon didn't disappoint as it rode low across the horizon last night and we've got the photos to prove it.
Categories: Astronomy

Who is Sean Duffy, NASA's new interim chief? From champion lumberjack, reality TV star and Cabinet secretary to space

Fri, 07/11/2025 - 6:00am
President Donald Trump has tapped Transportation Secretary and former reality TV star Sean Duffy to lead NASA on an interim basis. Here's what we know about the man.
Categories: Astronomy

Astronomers say new interstellar visitor 3I/ATLAS is 'very likely to be the oldest comet we have ever seen'

Fri, 07/11/2025 - 5:01am
3I/ATLAS isn't just fascinating because it is the third interstellar visitor found in the solar system; new research suggests it's also the oldest comet ever seen, at over 7 billion years old.
Categories: Astronomy

$249 off these Canon image stabilized binoculars — make stargazing easy

Fri, 07/11/2025 - 3:00am
Grab the Canon 10x42L IS WP Binoculars for just $1210 at Newegg and gaze at the lunar surface during the Buck moon!
Categories: Astronomy

NASA, SpaceX targeting July 31 for launch of Crew-11 astronaut mission to ISS

Thu, 07/10/2025 - 6:18pm
NASA and SpaceX are targeting July 31 for the launch of the four-astronaut Crew-11 mission, which will fly a mix of rookies and spaceflight veterans to the ISS.
Categories: Astronomy

10 best Lego Star Wars sets of 2025 so far: Amazon Prime Day

Thu, 07/10/2025 - 5:30pm
In a galaxy not so far, far away, here are the 10 best Lego Star Wars sets released so far this year, now that Prime Day is underway.
Categories: Astronomy

James Webb Space Telescope celebrates 3 years of science with dazzling 'toe beans' image of Cat's Paw Nebula

Thu, 07/10/2025 - 5:00pm
The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) is celebrating three years of transformational science with a striking new image of the Cat's Paw Nebula.
Categories: Astronomy

Senators push back on Trump's proposal to cut NASA science funding by 47%

Thu, 07/10/2025 - 4:09pm
The Senate appropriations committee initially voted in favor of a bill rejecting Trump's NASA budget cuts, but discussions are still ongoing.
Categories: Astronomy

Last chance to save up to 51% on these show-accurate Star Wars Force FX lightsabers this Prime Day

Thu, 07/10/2025 - 3:25pm
Today is your last chance to save up to 51% on these Baylen Skoll and Sabine Wren Black Series Force FX lightsabers this Amazon Prime Day.
Categories: Astronomy

Superman's biggest weakness isn't kryptonite; It's that every Man of Steel movie to date has a disappointing ending

Thu, 07/10/2025 - 3:00pm
He may be faster than a speeding bullet, but Superman has a long-standing problem with final acts.
Categories: Astronomy

Now under $30, transform any room into a cosmic wonderland with this Cadrim star projector

Thu, 07/10/2025 - 3:00pm
This room-filling Cadrim star projector has never been cheaper, an absolute steal at 20% off. It's perfect for parties, game rooms or as a night light and even projects the moon!
Categories: Astronomy

Best Amazon Prime Day 2025 streaming deals — last chance to get over 90% off

Thu, 07/10/2025 - 1:57pm
These are the best Amazon Prime Day streaming deals that are still on offer, but you'll have to hurry, as Prime Day ends today.
Categories: Astronomy