The most iconic images in space history have been ‘remastered’. Here’s what they’ve revealedSeptember 02, 2022 – Andy Saunders is a go-to guy for restoring photographs that seem beyond hope. A new book reveals what happened when this British imaging specialist turned his hand to humanity's ultimate adventure.
Space Walk | Nat Geo Photo of the DayAstronaut Bruce McCandless II in 1984 became the first person to walk untethered in space, in this image from our photography archives.
In space, flames become otherworldlyAugust 30, 2022 – Science news includes fiery experiments on the International Space Station, threats to pasta sauce, and a comeback for macaws.
Meet the adventurer: astronaut Tim Peake on failure, flying and the future of space tourismOctober 06, 2022 – In 2015, Major Tim Peake became the first British ESA astronaut to visit the International Space Station. Now an author and charity ambassador, he discusses the future of space travel, from sustainable jet fuels to putting a woman on the moon.
In the Arizona desert, NASA prepares for walking on the moonNovember 09, 2022 – Astronauts in spacesuits navigated a lava-covered landscape to test the tools and procedures needed for real lunar missions.
Night Lights | Nat Geo Photo of the DayCity lights in Portugal and Spain and an aurora are seen from the International Space Station in this image from our photography archives.
Most distant star ever seen found in Hubble Space Telescope imageMarch 30, 2022 – Spotted in a galaxy that existed just 900 million years after the big bang, the primordial star Earendel could offer a rare window into the early universe if confirmed by follow-up studies.
'Snakes' on the moon? These helpers could soon join our lunar mission.December 15, 2022 – NASA needs a small army of robots and rovers to help explore the moon’s treacherous terrain. A college competition produced some innovative ideas.
Asteroids vs. comets: How do they differ, and do they pose a threat to Earth?March 24, 2023 – These chunky rocks and ice balls are the remnants of the formation of the universe. Here’s what you need to know about them—and whether they are a serious risk.
A rogue rocket part collided with the moonMarch 04, 2022 – It's the first piece of space junk found on a lunar collision course—and astronomers worry the problem will only get worse.
How the space race launched an era of exploration beyond EarthApril 12, 2022 – Cold War tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union fueled a technological sprint to space—which culminated with a historic landing on the moon.
Venus is volcanically alive, stunning new find showsMarch 15, 2023 – The discovery may help scientists answer an existential question: What mysterious cataclysm turned Earth’s sister world into a fiery hellscape?
First image from NASA's Webb Telescope is our deepest view of the universeJuly 11, 2022 – The newly released full-color image highlights a stunning collection of ancient galaxies—and heralds a new age for astronomy.
Moon Man | Nat Geo Photo of the DayApollo 17 commander Eugene A. Cernan is the last man to walk on the moon, on December 12, 1972, in this image from our photography archives.
