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American astronaut Joseph Tanner waves to the camera during a space walk as part of the STS-115 mission to the International Space Station, September 2006. (Photo by NASA/Getty Images)

X-rated act astronauts can’t do in space

A NASA scientist has explained why there are strict guidelines over “alone-time” onboard in zero gravity.

Jaw-dropping image of the universe revealed

Jaw-dropping image of the universe revealed

The James Webb Telescope has taken the deepest pictures of the universe to date, showing galaxies billions of light years away.

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Five galaxies known as Stepha's Quintet. Picture: James Webb Space Telescope/NASA

Five remarkable images stun scientists

The highly-anticipated first full-colour images captured by NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope have been released, stunning scientists.

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‘Not good’: Elon Musk reacts to explosion

‘Not good’: Elon Musk reacts to explosion

Billionaire Elon Musk’s plans to send humans to Mars have been dealt a blow after an explosion rocked the site during testing.

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This NASA handout image shows a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launching with NASA's Imaging X-ray Polarimetry Explorer (IXPE) spacecraft onboard from Launch Complex 39A, December 9, 2021, at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida. - The IXPE spacecraft is the first satellite dedicated to measuring the polarization of X-rays from a variety of cosmic sources, such as black holes and neutron stars. Launch occurred at 1:00 a.m. EST. (Photo by Joel KOWSKY / NASA / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - MANDATORY CREDIT

History as NASA launches Aussie rocket

Around 100 VIPs gathered overnight in a remote part of Australia to watch an Australian-first rocket launch light up the desert sky.

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’Gloomy outlook’ for response to alien life

’Gloomy outlook’ for response to alien life

A leading astronomer reveals there are currently no plans for how scientists are to report or respond to alien contact.

The strange object spotted in New Zealand. Picture: Clare Rehill/Twitter

Bizarre object spotted in New Zealand

A strange phenomenon has been spotted over the skies of New Zealand. And it turns out the world’s richest man might be responsible.

NASA's surprise discovery on Mars. Picture: NASA

NASA’s ‘surprise’ discovery on Mars

NASA has expressed its surprise after its Perseverance Mars rover came across an “unexpected” object while roaming the Red Planet.

China ‘discovers message from aliens’

China ‘discovers message from aliens’

A bombshell Chinese report suggesting an alien civilisation may have been found was published – but now there’s been a mysterious twist.

‘Unexpected’ space find shocks scientists

‘Unexpected’ space find shocks scientists

Scientists have made a surprising new space discovery, with astronomers thinking they had “run out of sky” where objects like this could be hiding.

Surprise phenomenon in new space photo

Surprise phenomenon in new space photo

A ring of debris orbiting a neighbouring star could contain vital clues to how Earth was formed millions of years ago

Huge NASA news for Australia

Huge NASA news for Australia

American space agency NASA will be heading to Australia later this month for a series of rocket launches.

At dawn on June 24th, the crescent Moon joins the planetary lineup. It's conveniently placed between Venus and Mars, serving as a proxy Earth.

How to view extremely rare sight in sky

Astronomers want you to look up at the sky this month to catch a rare sight not seen in more than 17 years.

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An asteroid approaches the Earth. Near-Earth asteroids are a constant threat to our planet.

Huge asteroid headed for Earth in just days

NASA is staying tuned for a huge space rock that is three times the size of a blue whale and it’s about to skim past Earth.

’Once-in-a-lifetime’ view of amazing fireball

’Once-in-a-lifetime’ view of amazing fireball

A couple were terrified at first when their dog alerted them to a fireball falling through the sky but soon marvelled at the once-in-a-lifetime vision.

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Solar flare ‘headed for Earth’

Experts predict a solar flare could hit earth, sparking a terrifying geomagnetic storm that could affect power grids and satellite communications.

62 kids witness UFO landing at school

62 kids witness UFO landing at school

Over sixty children claim that they witnessed a UFO land in a field outside of their school in 1994.

‘We got this’: Claim US found UFO wreckage

‘We got this’: Claim US found UFO wreckage

As a landmark public hearing on UFOs begins in Washington, a member of Congress claims the US has recovered wreckage from one.

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‘Alien door’ spotted on Mars by NASA

‘Alien door’ spotted on Mars by NASA

Scientists have explained what looks like a doorway into the side of a mountain on the red planet.

The asteroid is making its way toward Earth and is estimated to be larger than the Empire State Building.

NASA monitoring ‘close approach’ asteroid

NASA are keeping a close eye on an asteroid the size of the Empire State Building set to make a close approach with Earth.

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First ’staggering’ image of monster black hole

Scientists have revealed the first images of a giant black hole right in the middle of our solar system.

Comet Halley, which is responsible for the Eta Aquarid meteors, as seen in March 1986. PHOTO: Martin George

Cosmic show to light up night skies

Stargazers are in for a treat this weekend as the Eta Aquariid meteor shower is set to light up the night skies. Here’s everything you need to know to watch it.

Black cube on sun excited conspiracists

Black cube on the sun ignites conspiracists

Viewers watching NASA footage of the sun spotted a mysterious black cube emerging from the star before the web page blacked out.

NASA finds ‘otherworldly’ spacecraft on Mars

NASA finds ‘otherworldly’ spacecraft on Mars

NASA cameras spotted shocking footage of an ‘alien’ wreckage on Mars — but it’s not what you think.

Aliens to be sent directions to Earth

Aliens to be sent directions to Earth

Scientists propose sending out a message for aliens with directions to help them get to Earth.

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US proposed ‘nuking the moon’

A bombshell document has revealed the US government considered ‘nuking the moon’ as part of a proposed mission to look for ‘extremely lightweight metals’.

Meteor glowing as it enters the Earth's atmosphere. Elements of this image furnished by NASA

Alien tech may have crashed in Pacific

A Harvard scientist has said an interstellar object that crashed in the Pacific not far from Australia may contain “technological components”.

How to watch 1000-year space event

How to watch 1000-year space event

They say nothing good ever happens after 4am, but for this freaky space phenomenon, it might be worth setting your alarm.

First meteor to hit Earth confirmed

First meteor to hit Earth confirmed

Top secret documents have finally revealed details of a mysterious object that blazed over Papua New Guinea eight years ago.

Giant leap for Aussie space industry

Giant leap for Aussie space industry

Australia is teaming up with NASA on a major project as the global race to space heats up.

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