NASA Dryden's four F/A-18 mission support aircraft flew in formation for a pilot proficiency flight on Nov. 24, 2008, in this image. NASA Dryden photographer...
The longest total solar eclipse of the century occurs July 22, 2009. Astronomy magazine editors will be witnessing the event firsthand from China. This page is your guide to observing tips, on-site reports, and stunning images of this historic event. Stay tuned for updates!
The lander experienced a move from summer to winter on Mars, gaining an unprecedented look at the planet's changing weather patterns, including frost and snow.
Buzz Aldrin urges unity for mission to Mars (w/VID) Saturday, 04 July 2009 03:51 US moonwalker Buzz Aldrin says that the right kind of global leadership could set mankind on a path to the colonisation of other planets.
US Department of Energy Cancels Nuclear Reprocessing Project Saturday, 04 July 2009 03:20 The Obama administration has canceled plans for a large-scale nuclear fuel recycling facility. The move may signal the end of the Global Nuclear Energy Project.
The Strange Ingredients in Fireworks Friday, 03 July 2009 22:12 Fireworks for the 4th of July are all about light, color and sound. But inside, there are some bizarre ingredients, from aluminum to Vaseline and even the stuff of rat poison.