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The latest astronomy and space news, including updates from the professional observatories and spacecraft exploring the cosmos.
A 1970s Soviet spacecraft built to withstand Venus's thick atmosphere could crash to Earth this weekend
A 1970s Soviet spacecraft built to withstand Venus's thick atmosphere will crash to Earth this weekend
Next full Moon dates 2025
Find out when the next full Moon is visible, and full Moon names for 2025.
The end of life on Earth? It's when our planet runs out of oxygen, and scientists have worked out how long we've got
How far away would aliens have to be to detect life on Earth?
Halley's Comet meteor shower peaks this week. Top tips for beginners observing the Eta Aquariids
Our top tips for beginners heading out to see an Eta Aquariid meteor this weekend.
Scientist X-rayed our Galaxy and found a fractured 'bone'. Now they may have discovered the culprit
Heard about the 'Skull' rock found on Mars? The real story behind the discovery is much more interesting
"Everything is extreme." NASA spacecraft gives scientists a look inside the most volcanic body in the Solar System
Vesta at opposition, May 2025
Stargazing | What to see in the night sky this month
What can you see in the night sky tonight? Find out what's on view in our monthly stargazing guide.
Eta Aquariids 2025 | See this year's meteor shower
How to see the Eta Aquariids meteor shower this year.