Beijing is currently providing specialized training to a group of prospective Pakistani astronauts. This intensive program is preparing them for a rigorous selection process, which will determine who ultimately undertakes a brief visit to China's Tiangong orbital...
Don’t miss the biggest full moon of the year rise on Nov. 5 — Here’s what to expect
Get ready for a celestial spectacle: the most prominent full moon of 2025, colloquially known as a 'supermoon,' is set to grace the night sky on Wednesday, November 5. Skygazers can anticipate a breathtaking display as its exceptionally bright illumination...
The International Space Station will fall to Earth in 2030. Can a private space station really fill its gap?
By 2030, the International Space Station is slated for a controlled, fiery re-entry into Earth's atmosphere, an event predicted to leave an immeasurable void in scientific research. Yet, as its decommissioning approaches, it also rekindles a persistent debate: did the...
Best telescopes 2025: Explore planets, galaxies and beyond
For unparalleled exploration of the night sky, a high-quality telescope is an essential instrument. While binoculars offer exceptional portability for casual observations, discerning enthusiasts seeking to delve into the intricate details of planets and distant...
Astronomer reveals first look at Comet 3I/ATLAS as it reappears from behind the sun
The interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS has re-emerged into view from Earth, confirmed by newly released images. This celestial visitor recently made its reappearance after completing a transit behind the sun. From Arizona's Lowell Observatory, an astronomer utilized the...
Tech giants are spending big on AI in rush to dominate the boom
The titans of the technology sector are ramping up their spending on artificial intelligence, as they rush to reap the benefits of an AI boom that has pushed stocks to record highs. Earnings reports from Meta, Alphabet and Microsoft on Wednesday reaffirmed the...
Nvidia strikes bumper AI deals with Asia tech giants
US chip giant Nvidia will supply more than 260,000 of its most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips to South Korea's government, as well as Samsung, LG, and Hyundai. The companies will all deploy the AI chips in factories to make everything from semiconductors...
Mimicking the brain can improve AI performance
University of Surrey researchers have developed a new approach to improve artificial intelligence (AI) performance by mimicking the networks of the human brain. According to a study published in Neurocomputing, mimicking the brain's neural wiring can significantly...
Will AI mean the end of call centres?
SpaceX launches private space station pathfinder ‘Haven Demo,’ 17 other satellites to orbit (video)
SpaceX just launched a satellite that could help pave the way for a private space station in the very near future. A Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida today at 1:09 a.m. EDT (0509 GMT), on a multi-satellite rideshare mission...
NASA is sinking its flagship science center during the government shutdown — and may be breaking the law in the process, critics say
NASA's flagship center for space science is under attack from within, and some of the biggest losses appear to be happening behind the curtain of the government shutdown. Throughout the summer of 2025, Space.com interviewed nearly a dozen current and former NASA...
PBS celebrates 25 years of the ISS with NOVA’s ‘Operation Space Station’ on Nov. 5
Celebrating the lasting legacy of our planet's off-world laboratory since it was first inserted into orbit in 2000, NOVA presents a two-part exploration of the venerable International Space Station with "Operation Space Station" on Nov. 5, 2025 and Nov. 12, 2025. This...











