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Back From Space, Boeing Starliner Lands New Astronaut-Chosen Name
Boeing's first Starliner to return from space is now the first with a name: Calypso. NASA astronaut Suni Williams, who will command the first re-flight of the spacecraft, christened the...
Catastrophic Ohio Methane Leak Stayed Hidden Until a Satellite Found It
A blowout in Ohio made little news in 2018, but satellite images show it was a major global event.
Manta' rays impressive ability to heal
'Whoopi' the manta ray -- a regular visitor to Western Australia's Ningaloo Reef -- has helped University of Queensland and Murdoch University scientists study rays' impressive ability to heal.
NASA Hails Historic Landing by Boeing's Starliner Capsule, But Next Steps Still Murky
Today is a very big day for human spaceflight, NASA officials said, but it's still unclear what tomorrow will bring.
'Bull's-eye' landing caps Boeing's faulty astronaut capsule test mission
Boeing Co's Starliner astronaut spacecraft made a "bull's-eye" landing in the New Mexico desert on Sunday, a successful ending to a crewless test mission that two days earlier failed...
Starliner spacecraft returns early after failed mission
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft returned early after a timing error meant it failed to dock with the ISS.
Earth's Magnetic North Pole Continues Drifting, Crosses Prime Meridian
Earth's magnetic north is wandering from the Canadian Arctic toward Siberia, and it just crossed the Prime Meridian.
Boeing capsule returns to Earth after aborted space mission
Boeing safely landed its crew capsule in the New Mexico desert Sunday after an aborted flight to the International Space Station that threatened to set back the company's effort to...
'Ring of Fire' to Wreath the Sun in Last Eclipse of 2019
If you're planning to spend Christmas in the Eastern Hemisphere, you'll have a celestial treat to look forward to the next day as the new moon eclipses the sun.
Boeing Starliner lands safely in New Mexico desert
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft landed at the White Sands Space Harbor in New Mexico on Sunday morning, marking the first time a United States "crew-capable" space capsule made a touchdown on...
'Bull's-eye' landing in New Mexico for Boeing's Starliner astronaut capsule
Boeing Co 's Starliner astronaut spacecraft landed in the New Mexico desert on Sunday, the company said, after faulty software forced officials to cut short an unmanned mission aimed at...
Boeing's Starliner lands in desert: company
Boeing Co's Starliner astronaut spacecraft landed in the New Mexico desert on Sunday, the company said, after faulty software forced officials to cut short an unmanned mission aimed at taking...
Boeing's Starliner astronaut capsule scores 'bull's-eye' landing in New Mexico
Boeing Co 's Starliner astronaut spacecraft landed in the New Mexico desert on Sunday, the company said, after faulty software forced officials to cut short an unmanned mission aimed at...
Boeing's 1st Starliner Spacecraft Lands Safely on Earth After Shortened Test Flight
Boeing's first Starliner spacecraft wasn't able to rendezvous with the International Space Station as planned, but it can still notch a big milestone with a safe touchdown Sunday morning (Dec....
Europe marks 40th anniversary of first Ariane rocket launch
The first Ariane space rocket lifted off over the forests of French Guiana 40 years ago, enabling Europe to at last take its place as an independent player in the...
After mission failure, Boeing Starliner returning to Earth early
Boeing's new Starliner spacecraft will return to Earth on Sunday, six days early, after a clock problem prevented a rendezvous with the International Space Station, NASA and the aerospace giant...
Famous birthdays for Dec. 22: Jordin Sparks, Ralph Fiennes
Singer Jordin Sparks turns 30 and actor Ralph Fiennes turns 57, among the famous birthdays for Dec. 22.
'Not for the faint of heart:' Critical landing test ahead for Boeing Starliner
The Boeing Co Starliner spacecraft that failed in its mission to reach the International Space Station was due to barrel down to the Earth's surface early on Sunday with the...
Starliner Spacecraft's Landing on Sunday a Critical Moment for Boeing and NASA
Boeing's first Starliner spacecraft wasn't able to rendezvous with the International Space Station as planned, but it can still notch a big milestone with a safe touchdown Sunday morning (Dec....
Boeing's 1st Starliner Spacecraft to Land Sunday After Launching Into Wrong Orbit
Boeing's first Starliner spacecraft will now land Sunday (Dec. 22) in White Sands Space Harbor, New Mexico at 7:57 a.m. EST (1257 GMT).
NASA, Boeing investigating why Starliner spacecraft missed orbit
The Boeing Co Starliner spacecraft that failed to hit the right orbit to reach the International Space Station is healthy, in a stable orbit and expected to land in New...
Boeing Starliner capsule's return from orbit set for Sunday
Boeing Starliner capsule's return from orbit is scheduled for Sunday after the spacecraft failed to reach the International Space Station.
'Healthy' Boeing Starliner spacecraft on track to land in New Mexico: NASA
The Boeing Co Starliner spacecraft that failed to hit the right orbit to reach the International Space Station is "healthy," in a stable orbit and expected to land in New...
Vivica A. Fox to host LMN's 'Deadly Resolutions' programming slate
Vivica A. Fox is set to host LMN's "Deadly Resolutions" programming event next month.
N.Y. prosecutors charge nearly 100 alleged MS-13 gang members, associates
New York prosecutors have unveiled charges against nearly 100 alleged MS-13 gang members and associates after a nearly two-years investigation.
Here's why your high-efficiency furnace might not be the best choice in a cold snap
You've installed your new high-efficiency propane furnace, and you're ready for whatever the winter can throw at you — or so you think. An expert explains how northern winters could...
Long March Rocket Launches Chinese-Brazilian Mission and 1st Ethiopian Satellite
China successfully launched nine satellites early on Friday (Dec. 20) as the country cements its place at the top of the 2019 launch table.
Ursid Meteor Shower Peaks Sunday Night
The annual Ursid meteor shower will peak during the overnight hours of Sunday (Dec. 22), into the morning hours of Monday (Dec. 23).