10:30
‘Slingshot’ Imagines A Yearslong Space Mission Gone Wrong
The new sci-fi movie about an astronaut’s mental breakdown prompts questions about how to prepare humans for long-term space travel.
17:03
Webb Telescope Data Point To Six ‘Rogue Worlds’
Rogue worlds float around in the cosmos, untethered to a specific star. They could help scientists understand the formation of the Milky Way.
17:06
Astronaut Cady Coleman On ‘Sharing Space’
Cady Coleman discusses her reaction to seeing Earth from orbit, the challenges of her path into space, and her new book.
How Ancient Art Influenced Modern Astronomy
How do we make sense of the vast expanse above our heads, the millions of stars we might be able to see, and the billions more we can’t?
12:02
Scientists Find Strong Evidence For Liquid Water On Mars
Data from the Mars InSight lander points to the presence of liquid water underneath its crust.
17:22
Are Space Elevators Really A Possibility?
The space elevator has long been a part of science fiction, but some experts believe it could soon be a reality.
11:58
Boeing’s Starliner Leaves Astronauts Stuck On The Space Station
The Boeing capsule is having issues with its thrusters and cannot bring astronauts back to Earth, leaving NASA scrambling for alternatives.
17:05
PLATO’s Mission To Discover Exoplanets Like Earth
The European Space Agency mission aims to discover new exoplanets in habitable zones. It is scheduled for launch in late 2026.
12:11
Curiosity Rover Discovers Pure Sulfur On Mars
Previously, the rover uncovered minerals mixed with sulfur. But this is the first time pure sulfur has been discovered on Mars.
The Tornado Science Of ‘Twisters’ And A Real Life ‘Dune’ Stillsuit
A meteorologist decodes the tornado science in the new ‘Twisters’ sequel, and researchers made a spacesuit inspired by the one from ‘Dune.’