Solar Sail Spacecraft Could Explore Beyond Solar System
Sun-powered spacecraft could be the ticket to traveling beyond the solar system, scientists say.
Starburst Galaxy Unleashes Gassy 'Superwind'
A striking galaxy buzzing with energetic star formation takes center stage in a new photograph that showcases an unusual "superwind" of out-flowing gas.
Hurricane Earl Photographed From Space by Astronaut
A space station astronaut has photographed Hurricane Earl as it heads towards the U.S. coast as a powerful Category 4 storm.
Group of Navigation Satellites Launched by Proton Rocket
A Proton rocket launched Wednesday bearing three spacecraft to help expand Russia's satellite navigation system.
Space Luminaries Petition Against House Version of NASA Bill
In a new letter 30 Nobel laureates and space officials argue for different NASA spending priorities in a bill working through Congress.
TV's 'Top Chefs' Cook Up Ultimate Astronaut Takeout
NASA is challenging the cooks of TV's 'Top Chef' to dream up a new meal for astronauts.
Europe, Japan Weigh Cargo Return from Space Station
European and Japanese space agencies are considering upgrades to outfit their robotic space station-servicing spacecraft to return cargo to Earth.
Space Shuttle Commander, Spacewalker to Leave NASA
Veteran astronauts Linda Godwin and Scott Altman are leaving NASA, the space agency announced Tuesday.
Old Star's Super-Hot Water Vapor Surprises Scientists
Hot water vapor has been discovered in the atmosphere of an aging star, surprising scientists who thought the chemistry of such stars would have forbid it.
LiveScience: NASA: Food, Emotional Support Vital for Trapped Chile Miners
For Star-Gazers, September Brings New Night Sky
September brings a new view of the night sky as the autumn constellations appear.
Hubble Telescope Engineer Pulls Double Duty As Real-Life Knight
A Hubble engineer, and a native of the Dutch island of Aruba, has received the highest civilian order in the Netherlands.
Big Alien Planet's Weather Forecast: Hot and Extra Cloudy
Astronomers peering at a gas-giant exoplanet found it has an atmosphere unlike that of any extrasolar planet yet studied.
Few Asteroids Look Ripe for Astronaut Visit By 2025
Human explorers can only reach a limited number of asteroids during the next several decades.
Fire and Ice: Satellite Burns Up in Earth's Atmosphere to End Polar Mission
A NASA satellite that spent seven years studying Earth's polar regions ended its successful mission Monday by plunging back to Earth on purpose to burn up in the atmosphere.