Directly mapping the Milky Way is an extremely challenging task, but observations of other galaxies helped us piece together what our home galaxy looked like.

Scientists say there could be good opportunities to spot STEVE, a distant cousin of the aurora borealis, as solar activity increases over the next few years.

So the answer to the question, what do unedited space photos look like can either be: they’re just 1s and 0s or they’re lightly processed “stretched” grayscale maps.

Space has long been seen as a place for scientific exploration and cooperation. However, in recent years, it has become a topic of serious geopolitical concern. Major world powers are now looking ...

NASA astronaut Jonny Kim has shared how astronauts keep the International Space Station (ISS) clean, despite the unique challenges of microgravity.

Astrophysicist and 'Off-Earth' author Erika Nesvold maps out the questions we need to ask before living on other planets.

The solar eclipse will occur in the U.S. on April 8, 2024. A former NASA astronaut is sharing his experience with seeing one in space, plus tips for safe viewing on land.

New data from a constellation of satellites 250 miles above Earth’s surface shows how solar and wind have taken off in recent years.

NASA officials plan to take down the International Space Station at the end of 2030. They are collaborating with private industries, which will develop its replacement.

What does lightning look like from space? Astronauts on space station share stunning photos The latest images of sky-splitting lightning came courtesy of two NASA astronauts residing aboard the ...

Science Space International Space Station What a total solar eclipse looks like from space NASA shared an eerie view of the moon's shadow passing over Earth. By Popular Science Team ...