NASA astronaut to cast her ballot from 200 miles above Earth
"If we can do it from space, then I believe folks can do it from the ground, too," Kate Rubins said.
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How to watch as an asteroid zooms close to Earth this week
An asteroid is passing extremely close to Earth this week — and skywatchers have a chance to spot it.
Astronomers find "northern lights" surrounding Rosetta's comet
Scientists have found a glowing aurora surrounding the famous comet Chury.
NASA chief calls for full funding ahead of 2024 moon landing mission
Despite budget worries, NASA's administrator remains optimistic about a 2024 moon landing.
Discovery of potential sign of life on Venus
Scientists say tiny molecules discovered in Venus' atmosphere suggest there could potentially be some kind of life on the planet. Derrick Pitts, chief astronomer and planetarium director for the Franklin Institute, joins CBSN to discuss the finding and what it could mean.
New Hubble image features thousands of multi-colored stars
NASA called the cluster a "pocketful of stars."
Boeing Starliner cuts short first mission
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft landed safely in the New Mexico desert Sunday after a failed mission to dock with the International Space Station. The re-entry and landing was a success, and the space capsule will return to service. CBS senior space consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN with details.
Solid fuel booster for NASA's new moon rocket test fired in Utah
The boosters are critical components in NASA's Space Launch System heavy lift moon rocket.
A "Corn Moon" rises tonight — and it only happens every 3 years
Don't miss tonight's full moon, which has a special twist this year.
Dramatic last-second launch abort grounds spy satellite
The "hot-fire abort" derailed plans for three launches in just two days from Florida's Space Coast.
NASA and Boeing make plans for second Starliner test flight
The follow-on test flight will come a full year after problems marred an initial mission
Astronaut Jeanette Epps to be first Black woman to join ISS crew
The 2021 mission will be Epps' first spaceflight.
50 possible new planets found
A research team from the United Kingdom's University of Warwick has figured out a way to use artificial intelligence to sift through NASA data, leading to the discovery of up to 50 possible new planets. CBS Los Angeles reports.
NASA finds galaxy that looks like a "Star Wars" TIE fighter
Scientists have spotted a galaxy that appears to be a member of Darth Vader's fleet.
An asteroid will pass close to Earth the day before the election
The object has only a tiny chance of reaching Earth's atmosphere — but NASA isn't worried.
New Hubble image captures comet Neowise after journey around sun
Most comets break apart under the intense heat of the sun — but Neowise remained intact.
Car-sized asteroid just made the closest fly-by of Earth on record
Astronomers didn't even know about the asteroid until after it had already crossed our path.
A time lapse filmed from the International Space Station from Malaysia to the North Pacific Ocean reveals the stunning contrast between North and South Korea at night
A time lapse filmed from the International Space Station from Malaysia to the North Pacific Ocean reveals the stunning contrast between North and South Korea at night.
Expert warns of danger posed by asteroids
Most people observe comets with wonder and awe as they streak across the sky. But one man observes them with a more vigilant eye and warns us of the potential devastation they hold. Ian Lee reports.
NASA sets date for next SpaceX Crew Dragon launch
The first operational Crew Dragon flight will carry four astronauts to the space station for a six-month stay.
Astronauts have begun the first of three planned spacewalks to repair a vital cooling system that failed on the International Space Station
Astronauts have begun the first of three planned spacewalks to repair a vital cooling system that failed on the International Space Station. Bill Harwood reports.
Astronomers all over the world kept a close eye on the Comet ISON to see if it would survive an expected close encounter with the sun. NASA scientists say it doesn't look good for the comet
Astronomers all over the world kept a close eye on the Comet ISON to see if it would survive an expected close encounter with the sun. NASA scientists say it doesn't look good for the comet. Some recent images seem to hint a bit of the comet's dust tail may have survived. Lee Cowan reports.
NASA drops "insensitive" nicknames for cosmic objects
The space agency will no longer use nicknames like "Eskimo Nebula" or "Siamese Twins Galaxy."
Canada ice caps formed roughly 5,000 years ago are completely gone
Scientists predicted that the ice caps wouldn't completely melt until 2022.
Astronauts speak out about successful landing
Mark Strassmann speaks to NASA astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley, who had a successful landing back on Earth. They describe their landing and what they can do better for next time. One astronaut's wife is going to be flying in the same capsule next year.
American Stephen Hubbard released by Russia, Trump confirms
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Armed federal agents knock on doors looking for noncitizen voters
Witkoff blasted for calling Putin a "humanitarian"
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Iran says indirect talks with U.S. on ceasefire proposal continue
Supreme Court rejects bid to restrict treatments for trans inmates
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We tested an experimental weight loss drug. The results were "terrifying."
Ohio race takes ugly turn with Ramaswamy ad featuring Acton's mom
George W. Bush's brother says he voted for Talarico in Senate race
