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On this day in space! Aug. 14, 1992: Meteorite shower hits Uganda
On Aug. 14, 1992, a space rock entered the atmosphere over Mbale, Uganda and exploded into hundreds of pieces!
The ISS photobombs the sun during the total solar eclipse | Space photo of the day for Aug. 14, 2026
The silhouette of the ISS transiting across the sun's face during the Aug. 12, 2026 total solar eclipse.
India-US space ties deepen as NASA invites ISRO to join moon base program
NASA has invited the Indian Space Research Organisation to collaborate on its Moon Base program, which aims to build a permanent human outpost near the lunar south pole.
SpaceX rocket's moon crash highlights 'a tangible operational risk' of lunar settlement
A SpaceX rocket body slammed into the moon earlier this month, showcasing a risk that will increase as humanity establishes a footprint on Earth's nearest neighbor.
Our expert thinks this portable Celestron telescope will delight beginners and younger stargazers
The perfect instrument for introducing beginner astronomers to the moon and stars
APOD: 2026 August 14 – Total Solar Eclipse from Greenland
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 August 14 – Total… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or ph…
A Sunflower’s View of Totality
The Moon slid between the Sun and Earth to produce a stunning celestial show visible from Spain in August 2026.
NASA astronaut Mike Fincke retires after 30 years at the space agency
NASA astronaut Mike Fincke has retired from NASA after 30 years of public service, leaving behind a legacy of accomplishments and leadership including two-time commander of the International Space Station and Chief of th…
NASA’s 737 Reveals New Paint
NASA’s 737 aircraft was painted this week in Oklahoma as it progresses with modifications for use as a reduced gravity test aircraft for the agency. NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California, took ow…
For West Virginia Engineer, Home Is Where the Heart Is… and NASA, Too
Growing up in Grafton, West Virginia, engrossed in Star Wars and all things science fiction, Fletcher Newell had an early interest in space exploration. That interest only grew when, in 2013, his fourth-grade class took …
The Guardian view on solar eclipses: moments of wonder that bring us together | Editorial
Wednesday’s eerie spectacle united crowds beneath the sky, continuing a human fascination that stretches from ancient myth to modern physics “I’d describe it as a magical eeriness.” Lisa Redfern’s description to the Guar…
‘Colander sales jumped nearly 40%’: how Britons viewed the solar eclipse
Safety advice was followed by most people but huge piles of litter and countless abandoned Lime bikes were left behind It started with the solar glasses, as people desperate to see the most complete eclipse in decades f…
‘The colander worked best!’ Guardian readers share their experience of the solar eclipse
Readers recall the breathtaking sight and community spirit of the rare celestial treat – and the handmade contraptions they saw it through On Wednesday evening, millions of people in Europe watched a rare solar eclipse. …
Perseids Meteor Shower
The constellation Orion is framed by two Perseid meteors in this photo from Aug. 12, 2018, in Cedar Breaks National Monument, Utah. The Perseids – one of the year’s brightest and most popular meteor showers – has been ra…
The most breathtaking photos of the total solar eclipse
Photographers in Spain captured spectacular images of the rare alignment of the moon and the sun, as it cast a dark shadow over much of the country
APOD: 2026 August 13 – Total Solar Eclipse Over Spain
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 August 13 – Total… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or ph…
Europe solar eclipse: millions watch rare spectacle across Spain, UK and Iceland – as it happened
Eclipse witnessed by tens of millions across western Europe as enthusiasts gather along path of totality Solar eclipse 2026 across Europe: in pictures Cruise ships, quiet towns and an all-day festival: millions flock t…
Cruise ships, quiet towns and an all-day festival: millions flock to eclipse viewing spots across Europe
Beginning in Russia’s remote Arctic north, the eclipse traced an arc over much of western Europe – with the best views in Spain, Iceland and Greenland It was a moment of awe shared by millions across Europe: an eclipse t…
‘A magical eeriness’: Cornwall comes together for communal moment during solar eclipse
People came from far and wide to witness phenomenon that has thrilled humans for thousands of years At 6pm the beach and village began to empty, and those in the know headed up the hill towards the old granite coastguard…
Live: Watch today’s total solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse, Europe's first in 27 years, is set to be visible today. Watch it here
Mission to save NASA telescope back on track after loss of control
Katalyst’s LINK spacecraft might still be able to save NASA’s ailing Swift telescope from doom, despite a significant mishap
Three black holes discovered in a young galaxy for the first time
Three massive black holes have been found in a galaxy that existed during the earliest times of the universe
How to watch today’s spectacular solar eclipse
A total solar eclipse is set to be visible across parts of Europe today, while a partial eclipse will sweep across about a quarter of the planet – here’s how to see it
Earth extremophile can grow in near-Mars-like conditions
A salt-loving microorganism found in places like the Dead Sea can not just survive but actively grow in conditions close to those that may be found just under the Martian surface