
3 space station crew members back on Earth after U.S.-record year in space
Descent from the International Space Station closed out an unexpected 371-day stay, the longest flight in U.S. space history.
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Descent from the International Space Station closed out an unexpected 371-day stay, the longest flight in U.S. space history.
In a dramatic 13-minute plunge back to Earth, the OSIRIS-REx sample return capsule safely landed in Utah after seven years in space.
Two cameras working together helped NASA reveal details in "greater detail than previously possible."
The image shows "luminous regions" around a newborn star in a strikingly high resolution.
NASA officials stressed that the group found no evidence that UAPs are "extraterrestrial" in nature, but said some of the objects cannot be explained.
None of the asteroids pose any threat to Earth, according to NASA's Asteroid Watch dashboard.
Data from NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration show July 2023 was hotter than any month on record.
"Depending upon the type of meteorite this is, specimens could easily be worth their weight in gold," said an official at the Maine Mineral and Gem Museum.
Boston University alum Bob Hines is set to reconnect with a group of students he spoke to from space back in July. WBZ-TV’s Mike Sullivan reports.
Jupiter, Mercury, Venus, Uranus and Mars will align on Tuesday night.
The comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF) is believed to have traveled billions of miles from the most distant region of the solar system — and this will likely be the only time it's visible from Earth for thousands of years.
NASA is currently running a special essay contest for children in hopes of generating new power ideas.
The space shuttle exploded just 73 seconds after launching from Cape Canaveral in Jan. 1986.
A team of scientists is launching a new study into what used to be referred to as UFOs.
Blastoff of the Space Launch System is now scheduled for 2:17 p.m. Saturday from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
The head of the space propulsion lab at MIT said the launch of the Artemis moon rocket will open a new chapter in space exploration.
Students from Boston University and its affiliate programs had the chance to talk with astronauts on board the International Space Station.
WBZ-TV's Anna Meiler reports.
The "behemoth comet" is coming in from the edge of the solar system at 22,000 mph.
This mission will give NASA valuable insight should we find ourselves on the brink of extinction one day in the future.
This newly discovered possible exoplanet in the Whirlpool Galaxy would be about 28 million light-years away from Earth.
NASA will try again Saturday night to finally launch the KiNET-X sounding rocket from its Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia.
After another postponement Saturday, NASA is now set to launch their "Black Brant XII sounding rocket" in Virginia at 8:03 p.m. on Sunday.
While there may be some clearing after spotty afternoon showers, it will be tough to view this event from Massachusetts Saturday night.
The launch was originally scheduled for Friday evening
According to the latest data from Prudential, one out of every four Black Americans believe that life insurance is only for final life expenses.
Costco said it's now selling 1-ounce gold bars, but can't keep them in stock because of strong demand.
National Coffee Day is Friday, September 29.
The 100-year-old building is a total loss.
The Hollywood actor returned to his stomping grounds in Manchester.
The 100-year-old building is a total loss.
A judge has forced several residents to leave a Webster campground they've called home for years.
The trend Wednesday is towards a cloudier, wetter forecast for Friday and Saturday. A fitting end to a very disappointing September.
The Powerball jackpot has grown to $925 million after no one won the grand prize in Wednesday night's drawing.
Firefighter Dane Jorgensen saved a man's life at what should have been an ordinary "New England Over-the-Hill" soccer league game.
Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your medical questions.
Eighty percent of older adults in the U.S. have high blood pressure but a new study finds that taking more steps a day could be an easy and cost-free way to control the condition.
The FDA stopped short of saying the potentially life-threatening condition was caused by the drugs, which have become popular for weight loss.
Dr. Mallika Marshall is answering your medical questions.
A new trend on TikTok may actually have some health benefits.
How accurate are pet DNA tests and are they a waste of money?
MV Realty, the real estate company accused of duping homeowners into 40-year listing agreements has filed for bankruptcy in 33 states including Massachusetts.
In Massachusetts, a quasi-state agency provides funding for school construction.
The Department of Conservation and Recreation's Office of Dam Safety gave WBZ's I-Team a list of more than 200 deteriorating dams across the state.
Part of the Barrett Park Pond Dam gave way, sending water gushing downstream and damaging homes.
Government funding is now being held hostage by a handful of House Republicans who believe Speaker McCarthy gave away too much to Democrats.
Two controversial voices will soon be gone from the Boston City Council.
The impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden is the latest deployment of a once-rare procedure that's become common in our hyper-partisan political culture.
On this week's Keller @ Large, WBZ TV political analyst Jon Keller is speaking with David Cash, the New England regional administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency.
COVID issues have become so controversial, most of our political leaders have no appetite for even mentioning the subject.
National Coffee Day is Friday, September 29.
Costco is now offering members online health checkups for as low as $29.
The company says it is still committed to making its iconic bricks from sustainable materials by 2032.
Employers are planning smaller pay raises and fewer promotions next year, compared to what they gave this year.
Starting in early 2024, your shows and movies you watch on Amazon Prime Video will contain ads, unless you pay a fee.
The Vermont Country Store has since become an iconic destination for locals and tourists alike.
Creating an inviting environment for the community to meet, enjoy and participate in the arts
For over 85 years, Weston Theater Company has been creating engaging, entertaining, and inspiring theater.
Surrounded by mountains, Kimpton Taconic is a boutique hotel offering both classic and highly curated experiences.
Learn how the strategic use of windows and harnessing the power of daylight can create space and comfort within a home.
"The hog has been officially put on ice," Francona said, using the pet nickname for his ride. "It got stolen again, but this time they stripped it."
The Tampa Bay Rays beat the Boston Red Sox 5-0 on Wednesday night.
Damian Lillard has been traded to an Eastern Conference powerhouse. Just not that Eastern Conference powerhouse.
Mac Jones has been called a lot of things over the last few days since his incident with Jets cornerback Sauce Gardner, most of which has been rather unflattering.
The Celtics head into the 2023-24 NBA season among the favorites to win a title. They also head into the new campaign a healthy bunch, according to president of basketball ops. Brad Stevens.
The vocal anti-vax movement in the United States doesn't stop with people.
A meteor was spotted streaking across the sky early Friday morning over Mount Washington in New Hampshire.
24 seagulls have been rescued by the New England Wildlife Center, after finding their way into a vat of used cooking oil.
The 111-year-old annual program makes sure kids in need have a great holiday.
Whale watchers were treated to a glorious sight off Provincetown on Sunday.