Scientists say a new planetarium show about the Milky Way has helped them unlock one of the solar system’s many secrets.

Space weather forecasters say northern lights may be visible in parts of the northern United States following weekend solar storms.

Some people thought the 1925 Scopes monkey trial marked a cultural defeat for biblical fundamentalism.

The 1925 Scopes monkey trial famously put the spotlight on evolution and appeared to mark a defeat for biblical fundamentalism.

New images from the James Webb Space Telescope reveal that Jupiter’s dazzling auroras are hundreds of times brighter than those seen on Earth.

A Soviet-era spacecraft has plunged to Earth, more than a half-century after its failed launch to Venus.

A half-ton spacecraft launched by the Soviet Union 53 years ago is expected to fall back to Earth this weekend.

The Eta Aquarid meteor shower is peaking.

"The studies will contribute to the global knowledge base in human research, Earth observation, and life, biological, and material sciences, showcasing the space research capabilities of the crew’s home nations," Axiom Space said in a statement.

Three Chinese astronauts’ return to Earth has been postponed owing to weather conditions.

Astronomers have detected possible chemical signs of life on a faraway planet.

A strong solar storm is headed to Earth and this could cause colorful aurora displays in parts of the United States.

The asteroid that once had a small chance of striking Earth and now might slam into the moon resembles a spinning hockey puck.

NASA's Webb telescope has captured pictures of the asteroid that caused a stir earlier this year when it topped Earth's hit list.

A major 7.7 magnitude earthquake that originated near Mandalay, Myanmar shook the Earth as far as Bangkok.

New research finds that global warming has significantly reduced the amount of water that’s being stored around the world in soil, lakes, rivers, snow and other places on land.

The Spring Equinox began Thursday morning at 4:01 AM. What this means for Houston

Spring blooms Thursday

Venus will pass between the Earth and sun during what’s called an inferior conjunction.

A private lunar lander has captured the first high-definition sunset pictures from the moon.

Although clear skies during the day gave way to clouds ahead of a cold front, obstructing the view in Houston, many Texans still managed to capture impressive photos of the event.

As we near the Vernal Equinox, one question everyone has is "Are we done with winter?"

Clouds are the culprit for blocking Houston's view of total lunar eclipse

This week Houston is celebrating Spring break and there are so many events happenings this week and weekend that you wouldn’t want to miss anything.

Learn all about what it was like to capture some of the most incredible wonders of the world, and have Tom Hanks narrate the show.

A new study finds that climate change is already causing all sorts of problems on Earth, but soon it will be making a mess in orbit around the planet too.

The moon turns a blood red early Friday March 14

A total lunar eclipse will flush the moon red across the Western Hemisphere.

As with most viral trends, 'parade' might be a bit of a stretch.

Scientists have finally given the all-clear to Earth from a newly discovered asteroid.

A major milestone this year at the "happiest place on earth" – Disneyland turns 70! Travel expert Gabe Saglie shares his guide for families to join the celebration and how to save while you're there.

Scientists say the threat of a newly discovered asteroid has risen slightly in the past few weeks, as the world's telescopes rush to track its course.

A newly discovered asteroid has a tiny chance of striking Earth in 2032.

A NASA spacecraft has returned asteroid samples that hold not only the pristine building blocks for life but also the salty remains of an ancient water world.

A private U.S. spacecraft has captured stunning images of Earth one week into its flight.

V, the playwright formerly Eve Ensler, is hoping her new piece of theater can do for climate change what her “The Vagina Monologues” did for women’s rights.

Scientists have detected cosmic waves that sound like chirping birds in an unexpected place.

Chris Wright, President-elect Donald Trump’s pick for energy secretary, told senators during his confirmation hearing Wednesday that he would promote all sources of American energy, while also acknowledging the burning of fossil fuels causes climate change.

An international team of scientists say they’ve successfully drilled one of the oldest ice cores yet, penetrating nearly 2 miles to Antarctic bedrock to reach ice that's at least 1.2 million years old.

Scientists say human-caused climate change added an average of 41 days of dangerous heat worldwide in 2024.

December 1st vs. December 21st

A new report says Earth just experienced its second-warmest November on record — second only to 2023 — making it all but certain that 2024 will end as the hottest year ever measured.

A pair of European satellites has rocketed into orbit on a mission to create artificial solar eclipses.

Scientists are using used fossilized feces and vomit from Poland to reconstruct how dinosaurs came to dominate the Earth.

The surprising origin of the term supermoon

British writer Samantha Harvey has won the Booker Prize for fiction with “Orbital,” a short, wonder-filled novel set aboard the International Space Station.

Astronomers say better catch this week's supermoon.

Scientists say a celestial object discovered decades ago is actually twins orbiting each other.

The latest solar storm has triggered northern lights farther south than normal including into parts of Germany, the United Kingdom, New England and New York City.

Space weather forecasters say a severe solar storm heading to Earth could stress power grids even more as the U.S. deals with major back-to-back hurricanes.

A rare, bright comet will be visible in October, clear skies permitting.

A spacecraft has blasted off to investigate the scene of a cosmic crash.

Orion Sun found solace amongst the works of Audre Lorde while working on her self-titled album.

Earth will have a temporary “mini moon” for two months.

The aurora borealis is continuing to dazzle viewers across the northern United States and Canada.

Get ready for a partial lunar eclipse and supermoon.

The first of four supermoons this year is about to rise.

Earth’s string of 13 straight months with a new average heat record came to an end in July.

A Texas church has not one — but two — members aboard the International Space Station.

The United Nations is calling for a flurry of efforts to reduce the human toll from soaring and searing temperatures in what it calls an extreme heat epidemic.

An asteroid will whiz harmlessly past Earth this weekend.

Bruce Butler, 37, is charged with capital murder. He is accused of shooting and killing Richard Nugent, 38, and RJ Lewis, 66, on June 2.

China’s Chang’e 6 probe has returned on Earth with rock and soil samples from the little-explored far side of the moon in a global first.

🌞 Happy Summer Solstice! 🌞Today marks the longest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere as the sun shines directly over the Tropic of Cancer. In Houston, we enjoy over 14 hours of sunshine today! While it's felt like summer for a while, we officially welcome astronomical summer with open arms.Enjoy the sunshine and share your summer plans with us! ☀️

Summer kicks off in the Northern Hemisphere with the summer solstice on Thursday.

NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft is sending science data again.

SpaceX’s mega Starship rocket has completed its first full test flight, returning to Earth without exploding after blasting off from Texas.

SpaceX’s mega Starship rocket has completed its first full test flight, returning to Earth without exploding after blasting off from Texas.

China says its spacecraft unfurled the country’s red and gold flag on the far side of the moon before lifting off with rock and soil samples to bring back to Earth.

New research indicates the sun's magnetic field originates much closer to the surface than previously thought.

The sun isn't done yet.

Houston residents have captured stunning photos of the northern lights amid a rare solar storm event.

NASA has finally heard back from Voyager 1 in a way that makes sense.

NASA is seeking a faster, cheaper way to bring rock samples from Mars to Earth.

The European climate agency says Earth was record hot for the 10th consecutive month in March.

Discover everything you need to know about the upcoming solar eclipse in 2024.

With an event as big as the moon passing in front of the sun, there are sure to be some myths lurking in the shadows.

NASA wants to come up with an out-of-this-world way to keep track of time, putting the moon on its own souped-up clock.

In videos submitted to KSAT Connect, viewers showed bright light emitting a circular smoke into the air

North America is on the verge of another masking of the sun during a total solar eclipse.

For the first time in history, world timekeepers may have to consider subtracting a second from our clocks in a few years because the planet is rotating a tad faster.

What type of eclipse it will be and where the eclipse will be is what makes this a rare event.

Space weather forecasters have issued a geomagnetic storm watch through Monday.

Landslides occur around the world and have helped shape the Earth as we know it.

Spring gets its official start Tuesday in the Northern Hemisphere.

If we get a new moon every month, why don't we have a solar eclipse every month?

Isn’t it interesting that someone can be both 80 years old and 20 years old all at the same time? Yup, it’s a real thing.

Scientists have confirmed what became of a star that exploded in a stunning supernova visible to Earth more than three decades ago.

An old Earth-observing satellite has fallen out of orbit and harmlessly burned up.

Turkey’s first astronaut has returned home to a hero’s welcome as a symbol of the country’s advances in technology and aerospace.

Astronauts from Turkey, Italy and Sweden are back on Earth, ending a private three-week trip to the International Space Station.

NASA's newest climate satellite has blasted off to survey the world's oceans and atmosphere in unprecedented detail.

Astronomers say an asteroid as big as a skyscraper will pass within 1.7 million miles of Earth on Friday.

While the U.S. is shivering through bone-chilling cold, most of the rest of world is feeling unusually warm weather.

A U.S. company's lunar lander will soon burn up in Earth's atmosphere after a failed moonshot.

2024 just started, and you may have heard that it is a leap year.

Here's what makes this year's winter solstice special this year!

A NASA telescope has captured the biggest solar flare in years, which temporarily knocked out radio communication on Earth.

The Geminid meteor shower peaks Wednesday and Thursday night

After U2 played spectacular shows at the newly minted Las Vegas Sphere, another classic rock band will take the stage to deliver an incredible show in technicolor visuals.