Amazon, SpaceX will compete to corner internet satellite market
Competition is heating up on the Space Coast as Amazon challenges SpaceX with new internet satellites.
Solar storm: X8.7 solar flare erupts in largest of sun cycle
On Tuesday, the sun unleashed another powerful solar flare. The NWS discussed whether the intense solar storm will impact activities on Earth.
SpaceX successfully launches 23 Starlink satellites into orbit
SpaceX will attempt to launch a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 23 Starlink satellites bound for low-Earth orbit on Sunday evening.
Could another 'Carrington Event' solar storm happen?
A potent solar storm prompted the first severe geomagnetic storm watch in nearly two decades in the U.S., dazzling observers with vivid Northern Lights as far south as Florida, while raising concerns about potential disruptions to communication and GPS systems.
Solar storm disrupts GPS signals critical for farmers
The solar storm brought unbelievable Northern Lights to much of the U.S. this weekend – but also some serious technical problems that will likely affect farmers’ crops this season.
Northern Lights: Could Florida see another spectacular show on Sunday?
The U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Space Weather Prediction Center reported Saturday afternoon that another series of coronal mass ejections (CMEs) was expected to arrive at Earth on Saturday, producing severe-to-extreme geomagnetic storms.
Boeing Starliner launch: When is the next launch attempt?
NASA’s Boeing Crew Flight Test is now targeting no earlier than 6:16 p.m. EDT Friday, May 17, to send the Starliner spacecraft to the International Space Station if the technical issue that prevented the launch attempt on Monday is fixed.
See Northern lights photos as strong solar storm hits Earth
An unusually strong solar storm hitting Earth was able to produce northern lights across parts of the U.S. and the world.
How to record the Northern Lights above US skies in real-time
If you're hoping to catch the elusive Green Lady dancing across the U.S. night skies this weekend, here are some tips from the experts.
Solar flare could disrupt communications, produce northern lights
Northern lights could be visible in much of the U.S. this weekend, but the strong solar storm headed toward Earth could also potentially disrupt communications.
SpaceX launches Starlink satellites from Southern California
A SpaceX launched the Falcon 9 late Thursday night.
'Severe' solar storm could trigger Northern Lights as far south as Alabama Friday night
NOAA upped the Geomagnetic Storm Watch from Moderate to Severe for Friday through Sunday. This is the first Severe Watch in 19 years. That could grace the northern tier skies with auroras but also trigger GPS problems, hamper satellite communication and black out high-frequency radio.
New ship will carry ULA's Vulcan rocket from factory to Florida launch sites
United Launch Alliance (ULA) is ramping up its launch capabilities with the construction of a new rocket transportation ship that'll transport its Vulcan rockets from the factory in Alabama to launch sites, including Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
SpaceX launch: Falcon 9 rocket successfully sends more Starlink satellites from Florida
SpaceX launched another batch of Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit from Florida on Wednesday afternoon.
Boeing Starliner launch delayed again after being scrubbed 2 hours before liftoff
Boeing and NASA teams were working toward sending a new spacecraft with two astronauts to the International Space Station on Monday. However, that launch will be delayed yet again after being scrubbed two hours before liftoff.
SpaceX launch: Watch Falcon 9 rocket carry 23 Starlink satellites from Florida
SpaceX successfully launched nearly two dozen Starlink satellites to low-Earth orbit from Florida on Monday afternoon.
Boeing Starliner launch: Astronauts ready for historic first crewed mission
On Monday night, if all goes well, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams will be making history as the first NASA astronauts to crew a Starliner mission.
Significant challenges remain before NASA attempts to launch humans into space during future Artemis mission
NASA previously announced the earliest Artemis II could launch would be September 2025. The report said by launch date, NASA will have spent more than $55 billion on the program. Premature preparation of the Space Launch System could lead to increased delays beyond the 2025 launch date.
Student reporters can win a free trip to Florida with SpaceKids Press Squad Competition
SpaceKids Global is offering eight lucky winners a chance to win a free trip to Florida to learn how to be a reporter and encourage their interest in the sciences.
The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks this weekend: Where and how to watch
The Eta Aquarid meteor shower, originating from comet 1P/Halley's debris, will reach its peak this weekend, offering stargazers a celestial spectacle with up to 50 shooting stars per hour.