of the world, the evening sky will offer a stunning view as the Moon rises near sunset. During these early hours, the lunar surface may take on a distinct warm, golden hue as it lingers near the horizon. The full moon will reach its exact illuminated...

August’s Sturgeon Moon peaks on August 28, reviving a late‑summer lunar tradition for night‑sky watchers. The night of August 28, 2026 will showcase one of late‑summer’s most familiar lunar displays, often called the Full Sturgeon Moon. According to...

on the Moon, Mars and Venus, according to astrobiologist David Grinspoon of the Planetary Science Institute. The lunar surface lacks an atmosphere, offering no shielding from solar radiation or temperature extremes, and provides no liquid water, meaning...

New research may have finally solved the long-standing mystery of why Venus lacks a moon, offering fresh insights into the planet’s chaotic orbital history. For decades, planetary scientists have wrestled with a curious cosmic discrepancy: why does...

NASA/Lori Losey Mapping the Future of Moon Base Infrastructure Beyond the flight line, the event shifts focus to the lunar surface. On Saturday, the agenda includes a 12:45 p.m. EST briefing with the crew of the Artemis III mission. Following this,...

pieces of space exploration history in existence. Buzz Aldrin and the U.S. Flag on the Moon – © NASA A Lost Link to the Lunar Surface As the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission neared, George became aware that NASA was actively—and...

New space elevator concepts could make a lunar connection possible sooner than expected by rethinking the physics of materials required for construction. Breaking free from Earth’s gravity remains one of the most resource-intensive challenges in space...

A new study suggests Venus may have once had a moon that was lost after the planet’s slow rotation pulled the satellite back into its surface. New research published in the Astrophysical Journal suggests that Venus may have once hosted a natural...

NASA has identified a critical, unavoidable challenge that future astronauts will face while trying to live on Mars. Learn what could jeopardize the mission. NASA’s Perseverance rover has uncovered a hidden challenge for future human exploration of the...

it easy to locate, and Mars appears as a small reddish dot nearby. Using a pair of binoculars will enhance detail on the lunar surface and bring Mars into sharper focus. Begin observations well before sunrise; as the sky brightens, fainter background...

Astronomers have discovered a massive, long-hidden volcano on Mars that could potentially conceal ancient glacial ice beneath its surface. A labyrinthine landscape of fractured plateaus and deep canyons near the Martian equator may hide a geological...

biological effects of varying radiation types require further study. As NASA prepares to send humans back to the lunar surface, the granular data provided by these microscopic crystal records will be instrumental in developing better shielding and risk...

From a brilliant Venus to a Harvest Moon near Saturn, discover the spectacular celestial events NASA says you shouldn’t miss in September 2026. September Skies: Venus Brilliance, Celestial Alignments, and the Autumnal Equinox As the Northern Hemisphere...

expected to intensify further with the escalation of the Artemis program. As NASA prepares to return astronauts to the lunar surface, the agency faces the challenge of prioritizing human safety over scientific data collection. Brad Arnold, the DSN...

NASA’s new autonomous navigation system empowers future Moon and Mars landers to detect hazards and autonomously select safer touchdown sites. NASA has successfully validated a new autonomous navigation system designed to steer spacecraft away from...

tasks even when radiation levels are elevated. As space agencies look toward missions to Mars and extended stays on the lunar surface, the necessity for such practical, lightweight, and efficient protection systems becomes paramount. The Artemis I data...

creates a potential link between the timing of the collision and the final chemical and physical composition of the lunar surface. Erik Asphaug, a professor at the Lunar and Planetary Laboratory and a coauthor of the study, notes that while the “fluid...

to be in pristine condition. Having sat untouched since 1969, the magnetic media provided an unprecedented look at the lunar surface operations, essentially serving as a time capsule that had miraculously avoided the purge that destroyed so much of...

July’s shifting night sky reveals multiple planets visible at dawn and dusk, offering a stunning celestial display for stargazers. During July, the night and early‑morning sky will showcase a rotating cast of planets—including Venus, Jupiter, Mars,...

NASA is developing cutting-edge guidance technology designed to help future spacecraft land safely in the most challenging terrain across the solar system. New Autonomous Navigation System Paves Way for High-Stakes Lunar Landings NASA is refining a...