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NASA contracts SpaceX for crew mission to International Space Station
Marilyn MalaraHAWTHORNE, Calif., Nov. 21 (UPI) -- SpaceX will be making its first manned flight to the International Space Station after NASA awarded the private space company a crew transport...
VISTA locates earliest giant galaxies
Brooks HaysGRONINGEN, Netherlands, Nov. 19 (UPI) -- Researchers have located the oldest giant galaxies in the universe, alive just a billion years after the Big Bang.
Mysterious Glow at Milky Way's Center Could Be Dark Matter or Hidden Pulsars
Astronomers get closer to an explanation for the unexpected abundance of gamma rays at the core of our galaxy -- Read more on ScientificAmerican.com
Researcher's Work Offers More Proof of Einstein's General Theory of Relativity
A Florida State University high-performance computing researcher has predicted a physical effect that would help physicists and astronomers provide fresh evidence of the correctness of Einstein's general theory of relativity.
Scientists spy two - or maybe three - planets in the process of being born
For the first time, scientists have witnessed planets being born.The two — or possibly three — protoplanets are in orbit around a young sun-like star that is about 430 light-years...
NASA's Curiosity Mars Rover Heads Toward Active Dunes
The NASA Mars rover that is studying layers of a Martian mountain will soon get its first taste of the "Bagnold Dunes," a dark sea of sand along the mountain's...
Bolden: NASA 'Doomed' If Next President Dumps Journey to Mars
As NASA provides more details about its long-term plans to send humans to Mars in the 2030s, the agency’s administrator warned that any attempt by the next administration to deviate...
Stellar Graveyard Reveals Clues About Milky Way's Ancient Birth
The remains of long-dead stars in the galactic bulge are helping scientists better understand how the Milky Way has grown and evolved.
Earth-Like Exoplanet May Be Too Radiation-Blasted to Host Life
Powerful eruptions from its host star may have stripped away the Earth-like exoplanet Kepler-438b's atmosphere, rendering the world uninhabitable, a new study suggests.
'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' Will Likely Be a Real (Star)Killer!
That's no moon — but it's closer: "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" promises a weaponized enemy base carved from an ice planet.
Why Does Vision Blur In Space? | Video
It’s been known since the 1960’s that eyesight changes in space. Current studies on the International Space Station are narrowing in on the exact mechanisms.
Deke Slayton to Fly, Again: Orbital ATK Names 2nd Ship for Astronaut
Deke Slayton waited 16 years to fly in space after he was selected as one of the original Mercury astronauts in 1959. When he finally did get to fly, Slayton...
Planet Being Assembled As Astronomers Watch | Video
The Large Binocular Telescope and Magellan Adaptive Optics System are giving astronomers a ring-side seat to watch a ring of material form into planets around a young star. Very hot...
Lunar Lovers, Why Now Is the Best Time to Moon Watch
One of the first things every new moon watcher learns is that, when observing the moon, timing is everything. This week, it turns out, is the best time to see...
Private Companies Will Help NASA Get to Mars, Space Agency Chief Says
If NASA is to push human space exploration to new destinations, they'll need the help of commercial companies — especially in low-Earth orbit — according to NASA Administrator Charles Bolden.
Experimenter movie's shock tactics
Actor Peter Sarsgaard talks about his challenging new movie Experimenter about the 1961 electric shock experiment that stunned the world.
Researchers capture first photo of planet in making
Capturing sharp images of distant objects is difficult, largely due to atmospheric turbulence, the mixing of hot and cold air. But researchers captured the first photo of a planet in...
Gravity, who needs it?
What happens to your body in space? NASA's Human Research Program has been unfolding answers for over a decade. Space is a dangerous, unfriendly place. The risks for a Mars...
Astronomers see planet still growing in its stellar womb
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (Reuters) - Astronomers have taken the first images of a planet still in formation, a discovery expected to shed light on how giant planets manage to beef...
Giants CB Prince Amukamara will miss fifth straight game
The Sports Xchange New York Giants cornerback Prince Amukamara will miss his fifth straight game with a pectoral tear after being ruled out against the New England Patriots on Sunday.
Joakim Noah, Bulls dominate boards in win over Hornets
By Brian Hedger, The Sports Xchange CHICAGO -- Their goal was to rebound from an embarrassing loss to the Charlotte Hornets, literally and figuratively, and the Chicago Bulls accomplished both...
Raptors take charge en route to win vs. Pelicans
By Larry Millson, The Sports Xchange TORONTO -- It was just a matter of time for the Toronto Raptors.
Cavaliers rally past Knicks, boost record to 8-1
The Sports Xchange NEW YORK -- The Cleveland Cavaliers are off to their best start in 39 years after a 90-84 come-from-behind win over the New York Knicks on Friday...
'Bloodbath' in Paris leaves at least 100 dead, French borders closed after terror attacks
Doug G. WarePARIS, Nov. 13 (UPI) -- A large scale terrorist attack in Paris late Friday, which involved gunfire and explosives, left more than 100 dead and many wounded.
'Star Wars and the Power of Costume' Exhibition: Gallery
The iconic costumes of "Star Wars" are on display in a new exhibit that highlights the creativity behind these forceful fashion items. Here are some amazing images from the exhibit.
Shailene Woodley stars in full-length 'Allegiant' trailer
Annie MartinLOS ANGELES, Nov. 13 (UPI) -- Shailene Woodley and Theo James defy Naomi Watts and travel beyond the Wall in a first full-length trailer for "The Divergent Series: Allegiant."
Psychedelic blasts of colour reveal planetary secrets
NASA's false-colour imagery unveils what the human eye can't see in psychedelic splendour.
Study Solves Mysteries of Voyager 1's Journey Into Interstellar Space
Scientists from the University of New Hampshire and colleagues answer the question of why NASA's Voyager 1, when it became the first probe to enter interstellar space in mid-2012, observed...