Like the lead character of “Project Hail Mary,” some scientists are proposing ways that life might exist beyond a star’s ...

A US Senate committee has directed Nasa to begin work on a Moon base “as soon as is practicable”. Under legislation advanced ...

A new inspector general report says NASA has no plan to rescue astronauts if they become stranded on or near the moon. The warning comes as the agency prepares for future Artemis missions. Delays from ...

"It offers a diverse landscape of volcanic plains and ancient highlands, allowing astronauts to sample everything from volcanic ash erupted from the deep lunar interior to debris from massive ancient ...

Humans have practiced head shaping for tens of thousands of years, and anthropologists are beginning to uncover clues as to why. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

Simulated lunar dirt can be turned into extremely durable structures, potentially paving the way to more sustainable and cost-effective space missions, a new study suggests. Using a special laser 3D ...

Researchers at Ohio State University have used a laser 3D printing process to transform simulated lunar soil into durable, heat-resistant structures, as part of a long-term NASA goal to support human ...

A gray powder that looks like ash can become something closer to stone when hit with the right beam of light. Engineers have shown that simulated lunar soil can be melted and layered into solid shapes ...

NASA’s Mars Curiosity rover has been exploring a curious geological formation made up of ridges up to six feet in height for the last six months. Scientists theorize that the “boxwork” formations were ...

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks during a visit to Sierra Space in Louisville, Colorado, on Feb. 23, 2026. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks during a visit to Sierra Space in Louisville, ...

A total lunar eclipse will be visible across much of the U.S. on March 3, offering eager skywatchers a rare chance to see the Moon turn a deep red as it passes fully into Earth’s shadow. The event, ...