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March 20, 2025 at 9:25 PM

NASA planning next Boeing Starliner test flight after astronauts' return

The last Boeing Starliner mission was extended from eight days to over nine months due to capsule issues after docking at the International Space Station.
March 20, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, which launched astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to the International Space Station is seen docked to the Harmony module's forward port, July 3, 2024.
March 20, 2025 at 6:35 PM

NASA releases high-definition images of a sunset on the moon

A space robot said "goodnight" to the moon as it completed its mission, capturing the first high-definition images of a lunar sunset before it fell silent.
March 20, 2025 at 6:35 PM
This handout photograph taken by Firefly Aerospace, March 16, 2025, and released on March 18, shows the lunar surface and the setting sun with Earth and Venus on the horizon, during the lunar mission of Firefly's Blue Ghost lunar lander.
March 20, 2025 at 2:15 PM

Venus passes between the Earth and sun this weekend -- but don't try to look for it

Venus will pass between the Earth and sun during what’s called an inferior conjunction
March 20, 2025 at 2:15 PM
This image provided by NASA/JPL-Caltech shows Venus taken from NASA's Mariner 10 spacecraft. (NASA/JPL-Caltech via AP)
March 19, 2025 at 8:48 PM

2 NASA astronauts returned to Earth after 9 months. Here are the health impacts

NASA astronauts are returning to Earth after nine months in space. Experts have said a prolonged period in space can come with changes to human physiology and psychology.
March 19, 2025 at 8:48 PM
NASA's Boeing Crew Flight Test astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams inside the vestibule between the forward port on the International Space Station's Harmony module and Starliner spacecraft.
March 19, 2025 at 3:03 PM

European telescope studying the dark universe unveils new images of distant galaxies

A European space telescope launched to explore the dark universe has released a trove of new data on distant galaxies
March 19, 2025 at 3:03 PM
This photo provided by the European Space Agency shows galaxies and clusters captured in fine detail by the Euclid mission. (European Space Agency via AP)
March 19, 2025 at 2:15 PM

NASA astronauts return to earth after 9-month ISS stay

SpaceX Dragon Freedom splashed down off the coast of Florida, carrying Sunita 'Suni' Williams and Butch Wilmore along with NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov.
March 19, 2025 at 2:15 PM
VIDEO: NASA astronauts return to earth after 9-month ISS stay
March 19, 2025 at 11:34 AM

SpaceX Dragon successfully splashes down, returning NASA astronauts back to Earth

A four-member crew, including NASA astronauts Sunita "Suni" Williams and Barry "Butch" Wilmore, left the ISS early Tuesday on a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft.
March 19, 2025 at 11:34 AM
In this screen grab from a video, the Crew Dragon capsule is shown after splash down off the coast of Florida, March 18, 2025.
March 19, 2025 at 2:15 AM

American astronauts could face health challenges after 9 months in space

ABC News’ Stephanie Ramos spoke with astrophysicist Hakeem Oluseyi about how the bodies of astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita "Suni" Williams have been changed by their time in space.
March 19, 2025 at 2:15 AM
VIDEO: American astronauts could face health challenges after 9 months in space
March 19, 2025 at 1:03 AM

After 9 months on board ISS, NASA astronauts to return home: A timeline

NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have officially returned to Earth after an unplanned nine months in space, here's how Boeing's Starliner mission unfolded.
March 19, 2025 at 1:03 AM
NASA astronaut Butch Wilmore, left, Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov, and NASA astronauts Nick Hague and Suni Williams, right are seen inside a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft onboard the SpaceX recovery ship MEGAN shortly after having landed on Mar. 18, 2025 off the coast of Tallahassee, Fla.
March 18, 2025 at 7:26 PM

Several planets found orbiting star less than 6 light-years away

Astronomers have confirmed the existence of four planets orbiting a star less than 6 light-years away with help from some of the world's most powerful telescopes.
March 18, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Four small rocky planets detected in orbit around Barnard's Star, the nearest single star system to our solar system, are seen in this illustration released on March 11, 2025.
March 18, 2025 at 5:50 PM

What the journey back to earth looks like for 2 Starliner astronauts

Space industry expert Eric Ingram breaks down the journey back to earth for astronauts Sunita "Suni" Williams and Barry "Butch" Wilmore since departing the ISS.
March 18, 2025 at 5:50 PM
VIDEO: What the journey back to earth looks like for 2 Starliner astronauts
March 18, 2025 at 5:36 PM

SpaceX craft bringing delayed astronauts home undocks from ISS

NASA's SpaceX Crew-10 mission successfully undocked from the International Space Station and is headed back to Earth, carrying a crew that includes two astronauts whose return to Earth was delayed.
March 18, 2025 at 5:36 PM
VIDEO:  SpaceX craft bringing delayed astronauts home undocks from ISS
March 17, 2025 at 2:46 PM

Private lunar lander Blue Ghost falls silent on the moon after a 2-week mission

It's lights out for the first private lunar lander to pull off a fully successful moon mission
March 17, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Private lunar lander Blue Ghost's shadow is seen on the moon's surface after touching down on the moon with a special delivery for NASA, Sunday, March 2, 2025. (NASA/Firefly Aerospace via AP)
March 16, 2025 at 1:46 AM

American astronauts delayed on ISS could soon come home

What was to be an eight-day test flight became a nine-month extended stay on the International Space Station due to issues with the Boeing Starliner.
March 16, 2025 at 1:46 AM
VIDEO: American astronauts delayed on ISS could soon come home
March 15, 2025 at 5:04 AM

Space expert on the SpaceX launch of 4 astronauts to the ISS

ABC News’ Terry Moran speaks to space industry expert Eric Ingram about SpaceX’s launch of astronauts to the International Space Station to relieve two Americans whose trip was extended unexpectedly.
March 15, 2025 at 5:04 AM
VIDEO: Space expert on the SpaceX launch of 4 astronauts to the ISS
March 15, 2025 at 5:03 AM

SpaceX prepares for 2nd try in mission to get NASA astronauts on ISS back to Earth

With the hydraulic issue that postponed the Starliner mission on Wednesday fixed, astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita "Suni" Williams are one step closer to coming home. 
March 15, 2025 at 5:03 AM
SpaceX prepares for 2nd try in mission to get NASA astronauts on ISS back to Earth
March 14, 2025 at 8:34 PM

Missed the 'blood moon' total lunar eclipse? See photos

Many in the U.S. caught the total lunar eclipse, featuring a "blood moon."
March 14, 2025 at 8:34 PM
The full moon, also known as the "Blood Moon," is seen in Alta Verapaz on March 14, 2025, during a lunar eclipse.
March 14, 2025 at 3:18 PM

Millions get a glimpse at ‘blood moon’ lunar eclipse

The eclipse was visible throughout most of North and South America, as well as parts of Africa, Europe, Australia and Japan.
March 14, 2025 at 3:18 PM
VIDEO: Millions get a glimpse at ‘blood moon’ lunar eclipse
March 13, 2025 at 3:40 PM

Blood moon set to rise as total lunar eclipse

NASA’s Noah Petro shares the best ways to catch the eclipse and what it reveals about our closest cosmic neighbor.
March 13, 2025 at 3:40 PM
VIDEO: Blood moon set to rise as total lunar eclipse
March 13, 2025 at 3:01 PM

How to see the ‘blood moon’ total lunar eclipse

The total lunar eclipse featuring a "blood moon" will appear on the evening of March 13 and into the early morning of March 14.
March 13, 2025 at 3:01 PM
VIDEO: How to see the ‘blood moon’ total lunar eclipse
March 12, 2025 at 6:40 PM

Pioneering 1st Black female pilot makes her retirement flight

Capt. Theresa Claiborne, the first Black woman to fly with the U.S. Air Force, marked the end of an inspiring career with her final United Airlines flight.
March 12, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Capt. Theresa Claiborne, the first Black woman to fly with the U.S. Air Force, marked the end of an inspiring career with her final United Airlines flight.
March 10, 2025 at 4:48 PM

This is how climate change can threaten future use of satellites: Study

Climate change could threaten the future use of satellites and significantly reduce the number of spacecraft that can safety orbit Earth, according to new research.
March 10, 2025 at 4:48 PM
A gibbous moon shines early on June 28, 2015, as a SpaceX, Falcon9 rocket is set to launch at the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station, Florida.
March 9, 2025 at 2:03 AM

Astronauts set to return home after 9 months in space

Former NASA astronaut Charles Camarda discusses the investigation into the recent SpaceX explosion and astronauts Sunni and Butch’s long-awaited homecoming.
March 9, 2025 at 2:03 AM
VIDEO: Astronauts set to return home after 9 months in space
March 8, 2025 at 12:30 AM

Is this the world's oldest meteorite impact crater? Scientists believe so

The discovery of a massive crater formed by the impact of a meteorite more than 3.5 billion years ago is changing the way scientists view the history of Earth
March 8, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Karijini National Park, Pilbara, Western Australia
March 8, 2025 at 12:14 AM

How to view the blood moon lunar eclipse on March 14

Dr. Angela Speck, professor of astrophysics and chair of the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Texas at San Antonio, tells us how to view the upcoming blood moon lunar eclipse.
March 8, 2025 at 12:14 AM
Dr. Angela Speck, professor of astrophysics and chair of the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Texas at San Antonio, tells us how to view the upcoming blood moon lunar eclipse.
March 7, 2025 at 10:05 PM

A blood moon will be here next week: Here's how to watch

Shop top-rate binoculars to watch the upcoming lunar eclipse.
March 7, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Gskyer Telescope
March 5, 2025 at 12:59 AM

Experts unpack the scientific realities of sending humans to Mars

Experts weigh in on whether President Donald Trump’s lofty goal of sending humans to Mars and back is feasible during his second term.
March 5, 2025 at 12:59 AM
The planet Mars is shown in this image from the Viking Orbiter  I voyage in 1998.
March 4, 2025 at 6:36 PM

Watch incredible moon landing captured in stunning video

Texas startup Firefly Aerospace made history Sunday when it landed its spacecraft, Blue Ghost, on the lunar surface with a flawless touchdown.
March 4, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Texas startup Firefly Aerospace made history Sunday when it landed its spacecraft, Blue Ghost, on the lunar surface with a flawless touchdown.
March 4, 2025 at 3:37 AM

Can we actually send humans to Mars?

ABC News’ Gio Benitez speaks with astronauts, physicists and a space physiologist to see if President Donald Trump’s lofty goal of sending humans to Mars and back is feasible during his second term.
March 4, 2025 at 3:37 AM
Can we actually send humans to Mars?
March 3, 2025 at 1:06 AM

Lunar lander Blue Ghost touches down

Texas startup Firefly Aerospace made history Sunday when it landed its spacecraft, Blue Ghost, on the lunar surface with a flawless touchdown.
March 3, 2025 at 1:06 AM
VIDEO: Lunar lander Blue Ghost touches down
March 2, 2025 at 11:24 PM

Firefly's Blue Ghost has successful moon landing

Blue Ghost landed on the moon on Sunday, becoming just the second private spacecraft ever to soft-land on the moon, according to Space.com.
March 2, 2025 at 11:24 PM
VIDEO: Firefly's Blue Ghost has successful moon landing
March 2, 2025 at 3:31 PM

Blue Ghost lands on the moon

Firefly's Blu Ghost lunar lander successfully touched down on the moon early Sunday morning.
March 2, 2025 at 3:31 PM
VIDEO: Blue Ghost lands on the moon
March 1, 2025 at 6:59 PM

Blue Origin's next mission will have all-female crew

Aerospace engineer Aisha Bowe joins ABC News Live to discuss the significance of Blue Origin’s all-female space crew.
March 1, 2025 at 6:59 PM
VIDEO: Blue Origin's next mission will have all-female crew
March 1, 2025 at 3:43 PM

Blue Ghost prepares for moon landing

The historic landing is in the works for the Blue Ghost spacecraft as it looks to touch down on the moon in less than 24 hours.
March 1, 2025 at 3:43 PM
VIDEO: Blue Ghost prepares for moon landing
February 28, 2025 at 7:37 PM

7-planet parade will be visible on last day of February

According to NASA, multi-planet lineups are visible "every few years."
February 28, 2025 at 7:37 PM
A long awaited astronomical event dubbed as the planet parade or planetary alignment when four planets are visible to the naked eye on the evening sky, showing Venus and Saturn in Sparta, N.C., Jan. 25, 2025
February 28, 2025 at 5:09 PM

Planetary alignment is coming, and it’ll be ‘really bright’: Astronomer

Astronomer Gerard van Belle discusses the cosmic event that’ll take place on Friday night as seven planets align in a “planetary parade.”
February 28, 2025 at 5:09 PM
VIDEO: Planetary alignment is coming, and it’ll be ‘really bright’: Astronomer
February 27, 2025 at 3:50 PM

Katy Perry will travel to space on Blue Origin rocket

Singer Katy Perry is scheduled to blast off on the next launch of Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin rocket, according to the space company.
February 27, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Katy Perry attends the G'Day USA Arts Gala at Skirball Cultural Center on January 28, 2023 in Los Angeles, California.
February 27, 2025 at 3:48 PM

Astronauts open up about unexpectedly long stay in space

Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, whose week-long mission has stretched beyond 250 days, speak exclusively to "GMA" about their extended time aboard the International Space Station.
February 27, 2025 at 3:48 PM
VIDEO: Astronauts open up about unexpectedly long stay in space
1 month ago

Elon Musk calls for deorbiting of the ISS. Here's what the space station does

Elon Musk recently called for the ISS to be deorbited "as soon as possible." Experts say the station provides vital research, technological development and education
1 month ago
Elon Musk speaks during the Conservative Political Action Conference in National Harbor, Maryland, Feb. 20, 2025.
1 month ago

Chance of ‘city killer’ asteroid striking Earth increases: NASA

The asteroid, discovered just after Christmas and named 2024 YR4, could strike the planet in December of 2032, according to NASA's Center for Near Earth Object Studies.
1 month ago
The asteroid, discovered just after Christmas and named 2024 YR4, could strike the planet in December of 2032, according to NASA's Center for Near Earth Object Studies.
1 month ago

Probability of asteroid striking Earth in the next decade increases, NASA says

The chances of an asteroid striking Earth within the next decade has more than doubled in a matter of weeks, according to NASA astronomers.
1 month ago
Asteroid Psyche (Illustration).
1 month ago

Valentine's Day display of northern lights will be visible in these US states

Valentine's Day could bring a dazzling display of the northern lights for stargazers in some parts of the U.S.
1 month ago
A view of the Northern Lights, a natural phenomenon caused by the interaction between the Earth's magnetic field and charged particles from the Sun by the Eklutna Lake of Alaska, Dec. 31, 2024.
1 month ago

Chances of newly discovered asteroid striking Earth doubled: NASA

The asteroid, discovered just after Christmas and named 2024 YR4, could strike the planet in December 2032 as it approaches during another journey around its orbit, according to NASA.
1 month ago
The asteroid, discovered just after Christmas and named 2024 YR4, could strike the planet in December 2032 as it approaches during another journey around its orbit, according to NASA's Center for Near Earth Object Studies.
1 month ago

What to know about February's full snow moon

The full moon will arrive Feb. 12, according to NASA.
1 month ago
The full moon was dubbed the Snow Moon because of the heavy snow that typically falls during this season.
2 months ago

Falling space debris is increasingly threatening airplanes, researchers say

Space debris from rocket bodies orbiting Earth could pose an increased threat of striking aircraft as it falls from space, according to new research.
2 months ago
In this June 5, 2024, file photo, this image comprised of multiple exposures shows a satellite-filled sky.
2 months ago

Musk, as he fights DEI, is being paid to send 1st woman, person of color to the moon

As Elon Musk helps the Trump administration eliminate DEI, his SpaceX currently has a NASA contract to help land the first woman and first person of color on the moon.
2 months ago
Elon Musk walks on Capitol Hill on the day of a meeting with Senate Republican Leader-elect John Thune in Washington, Dec. 5, 2024.
2 months ago

Suni Williams sets new spacewalk record

Williams has broken the record for the most total spacewalking time by a woman, making her ninth spacewalk.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Suni Williams sets new spacewalk record
2 months ago

Astronomers discover repeating radio bursts from distant 'dead' galaxy

Astronomers have detected fast-repeating radio bursts from a distant "dead" galaxy that should not contain the energy to produce these types of signals.
2 months ago
The Canadian Hydrogen Intensity Mapping Experiment, known as CHIME, is an extraordinarily powerful telescope located in the mountains of British Columbia’s Okanagan Valley at the NRC’s Dominion Radio Astrophysical Observatory near Penticton.
2 months ago

Northern lights will be visible in these states this weekend

Another display of the northern lights could be visible this weekend in several U.S. states following a severe solar storm.
2 months ago
The night sky in Wisconsin glows with the Northern Lights.
2 months ago

Astronomers say they've discovered repeating radio bursts from distant 'dead' galaxy

Astronomers have reportedly detected fast-repeating radio bursts from a distant "dead" galaxy that should not contain the energy to produce these types of signals.
2 months ago
Astronomers have reportedly detected fast-repeating radio bursts from a distant "dead" galaxy that should not contain the energy to produce these types of signals.