We find out if we’re likely to lose our Moon one day
Solar System
Solar System
Space Exploration
Why do spacecraft need heat shields to enter Earth but not to leave it?
The science of re-entry explained
Astronomy
What is the largest amateur telescope ever built?
We found out which telescope holds the world record for being the biggest
News
Astronomers hunt for Earth-like worlds in sea of ‘cosmic noise’
Researchers have found a data-driven way to refine the search for worlds similar to our planet
Space Exploration
Watch LIVE: SpaceX launch of Eutelsat satellites from Cape Canaveral
The private space company will launch two communications satellites at approximately 10:29am ET on board a Falcon 9 rocket
Space Exploration
What’s stopping us from building a tower that goes up to space?
Will we ever be able to build a space elevator?
Astronomy
What is an occultation?
It’s a term used by astronomers, but what does it mean?
Solar System
What is a Blood Moon?
What causes our natural satellite to turn a ruddy shade?
Space Exploration
Why don’t objects collide often in Earth orbit?
Find out why manmade satellites don’t crash into each other all the time
Space Exploration
How does SOHO observe the Sun?
As Comet ISON’s life hangs in the balance, find out how this spacecraft helps us see the solar environment.
Solar System
How much junk is there in space?
From tiny particles to defunct satellites, what do space agencies have to deal with up there?