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The green Aurora Australis as seen from space.
It's Easier to See the Northern Lights Than You Think

The gorgeous Northern Lights are an amazing spectacle that may seem like a rare sight, but it's actually easier to see them than you might think.

The International Space Station.
How to Communicate with Astronauts Aboard the ISS

It may come as a surprise to you, but you can talk directly to astronauts aboard the ISS with nothing more than HAM radio.

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A photograph taken from space of the city lights of the United States.
What It’s Like to Work in Space: Inside an Astronaut’s Routine

Think working from home is tough? Try working 240,000 miles away on the Moon!

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International space station orbiting planet Earth.
6 Gadgets I Would Take to the ISS

Chock-full of tech in outer space.

The Curiosity Rover on Mars
A Recent Discovery on Mars Reveals New Possibilities for Alien Life

Science has often wondered about life on Mars, but a somewhat recent discovery may completely change our understanding of the possibility.

Astronaut on the moon saluting next to an American flag.
Do You Dream of Becoming an Astronaut? Here's How to Make It a Reality

There are many paths to the stars, each with their own obstacles.

Hubble deploying from the Space Shuttle Discovery.
Hubble Celebrates 31 Years in Space Today

From exoplants to distant galaxies, Hubble's got you covered.

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A firewatch tower with the night sky in the background.
These Are My Top Tips for Seeing More in the Night Sky

The best stargazing only requires a little preparation.

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Starlink Satellites Being Deployed.
What Is Starlink and How Do the Satellites Work?

Sputnik would be jealous.

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A disintegrating planet.
Scientists Catch Star Disintegrating a Planet, Creating a Comet-Like Tail

The relationship between Earth and the Sun is pretty good by cosmic standards.

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A newly formed star ejecting matter.
You Can Help NASA Do Cutting-Edge Science

No graduate degree required.

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Some children planting a tree, an environmental illustration beside them, and some blurred TV shows in the background.
Earth Day 2025: How-To Geek Celebrates Our Planet

We have a whole week of coverage to honor the Earth and our environment.

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A collage of a woman standing on Earth, stargazing through a telescope with a starry background.
My 6 Top Tips for Stargazing on Earth Day

Don't forget your hat.

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Question marks imposed over the Whirlpool Galaxy.
The 5 Biggest Cosmic Mysteries That Scientists Are Still Trying to Solve

We may never have satisfying answers.

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Astronaut Mark C. Lee on Atlantis' aft flight deck
Why Do Astronauts Wear Sunglasses in Space?

Because space has killer rays!

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A Hubble photograph of a newborn star shooting twin jets out into space.
The 7 Things That Made Me Fall in Love With Space

How I went from a stargazer to a space nerd, and beyond!

A long exposure photograph of a meteor shower.
How You Can Witness the Amazing Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower

See the Eta Aquariid shooting stars radiating from Aquarius as Earth passes through Halley’s Comet’s debris, from April to May.

The moon is seen passing in front of the sun during a partial solar eclipse from NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA
This Fun Activity Got My Kids Interested in Astronomy

I took advantage of a solar event to get my kids excited about space.

An animation of what a black hole flare disk may look like.
What Is a Black Hole? A Comprehensive Guide to Black Holes

We know more about them than you may think.

The aurora borealis in the Icelandic night sky.
5 Best Apps For Catching the Aurora

If you want all the tools you need to start tracking auroras around the world, these apps are great options to consider.

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