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June's full moon: Why the strawberry moon is so unique this week
A group of phenomena will make June’s full moon, known as the “strawberry moon,” live up to its name while also providing a unique spectacle.
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Why NASA needs SpaceX's Dragon capsule
SpaceX’s Dragon, which was developed in part with U.S. government funding, is a capsule capable of traveling to and from the International Space Station. Here’s what you need to know.
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Severe geomagnetic storm could make Northern Lights visible in Chicago area
A powerful geomagnetic storm started impacting Earth’s atmosphere Sunday, which could make the Northern Lights visible over the Chicago area.
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White House to replace Trump pick for NASA administrator
The White House did not explain the move other than to say, “it’s essential that the next leader of NASA is in complete alignment with President Trump’s America First agenda.”
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SpaceX spacecraft reentering Earth's atmosphere triggers sonic boom
A spacecraft reentered Earth’s atmosphere Saturday, triggering a sonic boom that was heard across LA County.
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Eta Aquarids meteor shower set to peak next week, and here's why it's unique
Stargazers will have an opportunity to see an iconic meteor shower next week, but this one is a bit more unique than others.
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Lyrids meteor shower to continue this week, and here's when to see it
One of the oldest known meteor showers will take place this week, and residents will have a few more chances to see the show.
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Will a ‘smiley face moon' be visible for Chicago residents this week?
Stargazers could be treated to an interesting sight in the sky thanks to two planets and the crescent moon, but will area residents be able to see it?
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Scientists discover ‘strongest hints yet' of life beyond Earth
Cambridge researchers using the James Webb space telescope say they have detected two gases in the atmosphere of the planet K2-18b that hint at alien life.
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A ‘Pink Micromoon' will grace the night skies this weekend
Most people are familiar with the term “supermoon,” but a “micromoon” will rise in the night skies this weekend.
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NASA's Webb telescope captures photos of asteroid that won't hit Earth in 2032
Discovered late last year, the asteroid 2024 YR4 was predicted at one point to have a 3% chance of smacking Earth in 2032.
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Astronaut Suni Williams shouts out hometown after return to Earth: ‘Go Sox'
Before sharing advice for the future generation of space explorers, astronaut Suni Williams took a moment to shout out her hometown of Needham, Massachusetts.
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Astronauts who spent nearly 300 days in space speak publicly
Astronaut Sunita Williams is scheduled to speak publicly on Monday for the very first time since splashing back down to Earth earlier this month.
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Explainer: Rare “Devil Horns” Eclipse to rise over Northeast—But will it be visible in Chicago?
A partial solar eclipse is set to rise in the skies over western Europe and eastern North America this week, and a rare “double sunrise” phenomenon could also occur.
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Rare ‘double sunrise' solar eclipse coming this week, astronomers say
A partial solar eclipse is set to rise in the skies over western Europe and eastern North America this week, and a rare “double sunrise” phenomenon could also occur.
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NASA astronaut's morning routine over 9 unexpected months in space: She woke at 5:30 am and exercised for 2 hours
NASA astronaut Suni Williams told ESPN she exercised for two hours every morning in space, after waking up at the equivalent of 5:30 a.m. GMT.
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Why were two NASA astronauts stranded in space?
The pair, along with fellow astronauts Aleksandr Gorbunov and Nick Hague splashed down just before 5 p.m. CT Tuesday evening.
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WATCH: Stranded astronauts splash down on Earth after nine months in space
Astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore splashed down on Earth Tuesday after spending nine months on the International Space Station.
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NASA astronauts make highly anticipated return to Earth after 9 months stranded in space
The pair had planned to visit the International Space Station for a week, launching on the first crewed test flight of Boeing’s Starliner capsule back in June.
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WATCH: Astronauts Suni Williams, Butch Wilmore finally return to Earth
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore have made it back to Earth after enduring about nine months in space, far longer than originally planned for.