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science · NASA · 12d ago
The Pacific’s Busy Storm Season
Super Typhoon In-fa developed an unusually large eye while Typhoon Champi's remnants moved toward Alaska as an extratropical storm.
science · Space.com · 12d ago
Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.8 II EVO FE (APO) lens review — how good is this budget lens for astrophotography?
Viltrox AF 35mm f/1.8 II lens offers an affordable option for astrophotography with suitable focal length and aperture.
science · NASA · 12d ago
What’s Up: November 2026 Skywatching Tips from NASA
November 2026 skywatching includes Taurid and Leonid meteor showers, Mars-Jupiter conjunction, and a supermoon.
science · Space.com · 12d ago
James Webb Space Telescope uncovers new clues about the origins of 'interstellar invader' comet 3I/ATLAS
The James Webb Space Telescope identified new information about interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS and planet-forming conditions around other stars.
science · NASA · 12d ago
NASA’s Hubble Uncovers Case of Missing Oxygen in Nearby Dwarf Galaxies
Hubble Space Telescope observations of 37 nearby dwarf galaxies reveal a significant deficit of oxygen compared to theoretical expectations.
science · Space.com · 12d ago
A rainbow of ancient rocks on Mars | Space photo of the day for Nov. 2, 2026
Images from Mars show a colorful rocky hill revealing diverse ancient geological formations on the Martian surface.
science · NASA · 13d ago
APOD: 2026 November 2 – A Long Cloud on Mars
Today's Astronomy Picture of the Day features a long cloud formation on Mars.
science · NASA · 13d ago
Pennsylvania’s Grand Canyon
Pine Creek Gorge in Pennsylvania's Allegheny Plateau is featured for its geological formation.
science · Space.com · 13d ago
Planetary defense: How military and civil satellites are watching fireballs to help keep Earth safe from space rocks
Military and civil satellites monitor fireballs entering Earth's atmosphere to advance planetary defense and study space debris impacts.
science · Space.com · 14d ago
5 bright planets to spot in November — when and where to see them
Five planets will be visible in November's night sky, including a close Mars-Jupiter encounter and opportunities to observe Venus and Mercury.
science · NASA · 14d ago
APOD: 2026 November 1 – Colors of the Moon
APOD features an image showcasing the Moon's color variations, with explanations of the lunar surface composition and geological features that produce different hues.
science · Space.com · 14d ago
9 nightmarish sci-fi spaceships to crawl aboard for Halloween if you dare
Article about fictional spacecraft from science fiction films; not relevant to North American space industry.
science · Space.com · 15d ago
This Week In Space podcast: Episode 234 — Living in Lunar Caves
Podcast episode discusses NASA-backed payload for lunar cave research at Marius Hills Pit on the moon.
science · Space.com · 15d ago
On this day in space! Oct. 31, 2015: Creepy skull-shaped Halloween asteroid flies by Earth, NASA names it the 'Great Pumpkin'
Retrospective on skull-shaped asteroid that passed Earth on Halloween 2015.
science · Space.com · 15d ago
The moon, Mars, and Jupiter shine in the heart of the Lion overnight on Nov. 1-2
Observation guide for moon, Jupiter, Mars and star Regulus visible Nov. 1-2.
science · Space.com · 15d ago
Betelgeuse is haunted by a cosmic poltergeist tormenting the doomed star's atmosphere
Radio observations show Betelgeuse's atmosphere recovering from dimming while a companion star plows through its outer layers.
science · Space.com · 15d ago
Halloween night sky 2026 — Saturn, shooting stars and a space station await US stargazers
Guide to celestial viewing opportunities on Halloween 2026 including Saturn, meteor showers and ISS flyover.
science · NASA · 15d ago
APOD: 2026 October 31 – Night on a Spooky Planet
Astronomy Picture of the Day archive entry for October 31, 2026.
science · Space.com · 15d ago
The world mourns the passing of 'Star Trek's' Patrick Stewart with a galaxy of tearful tributes
Tribute article following death of actor Patrick Stewart; not space industry news.
science · Space.com · 15d ago
5 horror franchises that went to space... and one that absolutely should have but didn't
Article about horror film franchises set in space; not relevant to North American space industry.
science · Space.com · 15d ago
The rocket scientist who summoned demons: The true horror story of Jack Parsons
Historical article about rocket pioneer Jack Parsons; not current space industry news.
science · Space.com · 15d ago
The Taurid meteor shower isn't much to look at. That's why I love it
Guide to observing the Taurid meteor shower in November.
science · NASA · 15d ago
NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope Captures Eerie Cat’s Head
James Webb Space Telescope captured mid-infrared imagery of Cat's Head Nebula showing stellar feedback structures in Carina region.
science · Space.com · 15d ago
'Star Trek's' William Shatner and George Takei honor the death of Walter Koenig
Tribute article following death of actor Walter Koenig; not space industry news.
science · NASA · 16d ago
November’s Night Sky Notes: Light-Day Away
Overview of Voyager 1 and 2 missions launched in 1977 to explore Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune.
science · NASA · 16d ago
APOD: 2026 October 30 – Haunting the Cepheus Flare
APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 October 30 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a bri
science · NASA · 16d ago
Map Showing Potential Origins of Martian Meteorite Teghaza 001
Description This global map of Mars shows 13 locations that match the mineralogy and chemistry of Teghaza 001, one of the most ancient Martian meteorites ever found on Earth.
science · NASA · 16d ago
Slice of Martian Meteorite Teghaza 001
Description This slice of Teghaza 001, one of the most ancient Martian meteorites ever found on Earth, was used to determine the age of the rock. Reflected light images like these serve as a scientist’s road map, helping them find minerals of interest to analyze by different ins