As SpaceX's Starlink satellites continue to deorbit, experts warn of potential risks including Kessler syndrome, a scenario that could render parts of Earth's orbit unusable. Harvard astrophysicist Jonathan McDowell sheds light on the implications of increasing satellite reentries and their environmental effects.
Despite a U.S. government shutdown, the Expedition 73 crew aboard the ISS is conducting groundbreaking research and maintenance. From humidity control to space debris capture, they are pushing the boundaries of science in microgravity.
A new study reveals the 50 most concerning pieces of space debris in low-Earth orbit, predominantly from the last century. With increasing rocket launches, the risk of collision and Kessler Syndrome looms large. Experts warn of China's growing space junk problem and the urgent need for cleanup.
On May 25, SpaceX's Dragon capsule made a successful splashdown, returning with 6,700 pounds of innovative tech and experiments from the ISS, paving the way for future space missions and inspiring young minds.
A fireball lit up the skies over Japan on Aug. 19, causing a breathtaking spectacle as it fragmented over the Pacific Ocean. Witnesses captured the event on cameras, revealing stunning green-blue flashes and an orange-red finale. Was it part of a meteor shower?
This summer, witness the mesmerizing Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids meteor showers! With optimal viewing conditions just days before the Perseids, now's the time to look up and enjoy shooting stars lighting up the night sky.
Asteroid 2024 YR4, once thought to threaten Earth, may instead target the moon, prompting scientists to rethink planetary defense strategies. A potential impact could create a spectacular meteor shower and pose risks to lunar missions.
New simulations show that asteroid 2024 YR4 could hit the moon in 2032, potentially showering Earth with debris and threatening satellites. Discover the implications of this lunar impact!
After orbiting for 53 years, the failed Soviet spacecraft Kosmos 482 has plunged through Earth's atmosphere. Where did it land? Did it survive? Discover the latest updates on this extraordinary space saga!
After over 50 years in orbit, the Soviet spacecraft Kosmos 482 has finally reentered Earth's atmosphere, landing in the Indian Ocean. Astronomers are curious if it survived the fall!
