Artemis 2: Our favorite photos from NASA’s historic moon mission
The Artemis 2 mission to the moon beamed back some incredible photos, and we've rounded up the best ones.
‘God of Chaos’ asteroid Apophis will blaze across the sky on April 13, 2029 — here’s why this once-in-a-lifetime event is worth traveling for
A rare stargazing spectacle will unfold on Friday, April 13, 2029, as the asteroid Apophis passes closer than satellites over Europe and Africa in a true once-in-a-lifetime event.
Bizarre ‘compleximers’ break the rules of both glass and plastic
Scientists thought glassy substances had to be either moldable or impact-resistant—but compleximers are both
This method to reverse cellular aging is about to be tested in humans
A burgeoning field is launching its first clinical trial to find out whether dialing back cell development can safely refresh aged tissues and organs
The Artemis II mission worked—but should we really keep returning to the moon?
Artemis II’s safe return from lunar orbit sparks a debate over the costs, climate effects and long‑term value of going back to the moon
A worst-case solar storm could knock out satellites, GPS and power grids, report warns
Scientists outline how a once-in-a-century solar storm could disrupt the technology modern society depends on.
From spa to boat party: 10 epic events for the Aug. 12, 2026, total solar eclipse in Spain and Iceland
Experience the Aug. 12, 2026 total solar eclipse from Spain and Iceland with festivals, spa sessions and skywatching events along the path of totality.
How DNA forensics is transforming studies of ancient manuscripts
Scientists are exposing the biological information hidden in ancient parchments without leaving a mark
Beetle larvae mimic flower scents to attract bee hosts
Parasitic beetles are the first animals known to imitate floral scents
‘The most special thing that will ever happen in my life’: Artemis 2 astronauts describe their epic moon mission
The Artemis 2 astronauts are back on Earth, and they've begun processing their historic moon mission. But it's still tough for them to put the experience into words.