In the pursuit of space exploration, humans have broken records that were previously thought impossible. At the same time, terrible accidents have marred the history of space flight, making later ...

For centuries, the primary way that astronomers studied outer space was through sight. But just ten years ago, scientists successfully established a way to ‘listen’ to our cosmos – detecting ...

Space is dirty. Filthy. It's littered with asteroids, and rocks, and dust. Some of that material falls to the earth. When it enters the atmosphere, we call it a meteor. If it lands, it's a meteorite.

Lower gravity. Higher radiation. No ER access. These are just a few of the challenges that humans face in outer space. Emily and Regina talk to a NASA astronaut (and astronaut scientist) about the ...

Soar to the threshold of space in NASA's experimental rocket plane with this exclusive interview and clip. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how ...

When you think of threats from outer space, you might picture deadly solar flares, planet destroying asteroids, or even a hostile alien invasion. But scientists warn that the biggest danger could be ...

If you’re not justifiably mad at outer space right now (see: Katy Perry, Elon, rampant inequality here on Planet Earth), you’ll be able to see the International Space Station for seven minutes from ...

No one can say with scientific confidence why we exist or what happens when we die. In fact, scientists have a tenuous grasp ...