Space
Black holes, galaxies, mysteries and space travel
Our coverage sheds light on the boundless darkness, the physical violence and the mysterious, awesome reaches of our universe. We ponder how it all began and about our place in the cosmos: Are we alone? Is there life on other planets? Will interplanetary travel save the human race? We also explore space through images, videos and illustration.
Enjoy illustrations of pulsar winds, the planet Vulcan and galactic ripples.
Food scientists are developing food for astronauts that stays nutritious and fresh for at least three years.
As summer winds down, savor images from some of the hottest, most magnetic, and awe-inspiring places in the universe.
Enjoy the drama of supermassive black holes, colliding planets and glittering “starscapes.”
Numerous bits of orbiting debris threaten spacecraft, so two teams propose tracking them with unique license plate-like transponders.
The gas giant now has 79 confirmed moons, including a new “oddball” one.
This month we appreciate how images can take us on a journey to better understand the universe.
A new study suggests also looking for "bioessential" elements when searching for alien life.
Peruse pictures that peer at neighboring galaxies, distant lonely stars and the sky above an erupting volcano.
Physicists come up with alternate explanation of gravity that may implicate dark energy, which comprises 70 percent of our universe.
Just as sailors can look to constellations for their bearings, interplanetary travelers could use pulsars to navigate the universe.
Enjoy a rainbow of pictures this month, featuring Hubble's 28th anniversary image and the richest image of the Milky Way Galaxy yet.
