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Asteroid Diversity: Mixed Bag of Space Rocks Found Near Earth

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

A new survey of asteroids near Earth shows these space rocks are a mixed bag, with some shiny and bright, others dark and dull.

Starburst Galaxy Unleashes Gassy 'Superwind'

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

A striking galaxy buzzing with energetic star formation takes center stage in a new photograph that showcases an unusual "superwind" of out-flowing gas.

Hurricane Earl Photographed From Space by Astronaut

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

A space station astronaut has photographed Hurricane Earl as it heads towards the U.S. coast as a powerful Category 4 storm.

NASA Aims to Plunge Car-Sized Probe Into the Sun

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

NASA is developing a mission to plunge a car-sized probe directly into the sun's atmosphere, exploring a region no spacecraft has ever visited.

Labor Day Weekend for Astronauts: Space Toilet Cleaning and Exercise

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

The astronauts aboard the International Space Station won't be throwing any burgers on the grill this Labor Day, but at least they'll get the holiday off.

Supernova Blast Wave Could Shape Galaxy Evolution

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

A new glimpse of a well-known supernova could provide new clues about how dying stars affect their surroundings.

Airbag Designer Casts Eye on NASA's Escape Ship

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

New airbag technology that mimics nature's way of protecting seed embryos could take the bumps out of spacecraft landings.

On Months-Long Missions, How Durable Is An Astronaut's Mind?

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

Volunteers in Russia are approaching the three-month mark in their record 520-day Mars spaceflight simulation. Meanwhile, researchers will continue to pay close attention to how the six volunteer "astronauts" physically and psychologically cope throughout the mock mission to the red planet.

Group of Navigation Satellites Launched by Proton Rocket

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

A Proton rocket launched Wednesday bearing three spacecraft to help expand Russia's satellite navigation system.

Solar Sail Spacecraft Could Explore Beyond Solar System

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

Sun-powered spacecraft could be the ticket to traveling beyond the solar system, scientists say.

Space Luminaries Petition Against House Version of NASA Bill

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

In a new letter 30 Nobel laureates and space officials argue for different NASA spending priorities in a bill working through Congress.

TV's 'Top Chefs' Cook Up Ultimate Astronaut Takeout

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

NASA is challenging the cooks of TV's 'Top Chef' to dream up a new meal for astronauts.

Europe, Japan Weigh Cargo Return from Space Station

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

European and Japanese space agencies are considering upgrades to outfit their robotic space station-servicing spacecraft to return cargo to Earth.

Space Shuttle Commander, Spacewalker to Leave NASA

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

Veteran astronauts Linda Godwin and Scott Altman are leaving NASA, the space agency announced Tuesday.

Old Star's Super-Hot Water Vapor Surprises Scientists

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

Hot water vapor has been discovered in the atmosphere of an aging star, surprising scientists who thought the chemistry of such stars would have forbid it.

LiveScience: NASA: Food, Emotional Support Vital for Trapped Chile Miners

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

For Star-Gazers, September Brings New Night Sky

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

September brings a new view of the night sky as the autumn constellations appear.

Hubble Telescope Engineer Pulls Double Duty As Real-Life Knight

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

A Hubble engineer, and a native of the Dutch island of Aruba, has received the highest civilian order in the Netherlands.

Big Alien Planet's Weather Forecast: Hot and Extra Cloudy

Thu, 02 Sep 2010 18:2:14 EST

Astronomers peering at a gas-giant exoplanet found it has an atmosphere unlike that of any extrasolar planet yet studied.