Brazil plane crash kills all 61 aboard; cause unclear
Shortly after social media videos showed the plane spiraling out of the sky near Sao Paulo, airline VOEPASS confirmed that all 61 people aboard were killed.
NASA: Astronauts waiting to come home might hitch ride with SpaceX crew
Two NASA astronauts who were supposed to return to Earth in mid-June may have to extend their stay for another six months and hitch a ride aboard a SpaceX spacecraft if issues with Boeing’s Starliner capsule continue.
Perseid meteor shower: Viewing conditions promise good show for best meteor shower of 2024
The Moon will be about 44% full this year for the Perseids peak, offering a better chance to spot meteors. Many regions of the U.S. will have a clear sky to watch the meteor shower.
August celestial events: Why the first week of August is a good time for stargazing
Discover why the first week of August is ideal for stargazing. Explore the new Moon, the Perseid meteor shower, and other celestial events that make this month perfect for skywatching.
Geomagnetic storm watch: Did you see northern lights auroras this week? Here’s why
A geomagnetic storm watch predicted northern lights visibility as far south as New York this week. Learn what caused this rare celestial event and its potential impacts.
NASA: No return date yet for astronauts aboard ISS
Two NASA astronauts aboard the International Space Station were supposed to come back to Earth in mid-June, but ongoing issues with their Boeing Starliner capsule have extended their stay.
Passenger recounts Southwest descent 150 feet above Courtney Campbell Causeway: 'I'm going to die'
FOX 13 is getting a first look from inside the Southwest plane that descended too low, just 150 feet above the Courtney Campbell Causeway, on July 14.
Look up! Jupiter, Moon, Mars to form triangle at the end of July
Observers can enjoy the aerial display starting next week, and here’s what you need to know.
Southwest flight into Tampa has 'close call' 150 feet above Courtney Campbell Causeway: 'It's hard to believe'
The FAA is looking into a scary incident with a Southwest Airlines plane trying to land at Tampa International Airport this month.
Full buck moon to light up the sky this weekend: What to know
July’s full buck moon will be visible all weekend long if conditions in your area are conducive to stargazing. Here's what to know.
Rock crushed by Mars rover reveals crystals never before seen on Red Planet
Where the crystals were found -- the Gediz Vallis channel -- may have been carved by flows of water, scientists say.
Pan Am returns with $65K trip to relive 'golden days of travel'
Defunct airline Pan Am is returning to the skies for the first time in more than 30 years to help fliers "relive the golden days of travel," but securing a seat to witness its comeback comes with a hefty price tag.
Meteor? Earthquake? Uncovering why NJ, NYC felt shaking Tuesday
In a surprising turn of events, NASA reported that a meteor could have disintegrated above Midtown Manhattan around the same time people thought an earthquake rocked NYC and NJ.
Moon caves could house future astronauts, scientists say
Scientists confirmed a cave on the moon near Apollo 11’s landing site 55 years ago and believe there could be more caves and tunnels that may be shelters for future astronauts.
China planning asteroid re-direct mission for planetary defense test
After surveying the asteroid, China's spacecraft will then act as the "impactor" or a battering ram, flying into the asteroid. NASA's DART mission in 2022 was successful in altering the orbit of a binary asteroid using the same method.
Delta changing uniform policy after controversy over Palestinian flag pins
Delta Air Lines will no longer allow its employees to wear pins representing any country besides the United States starting on Monday after two of its flights attendants were photographed wearing Palestinian flag pins.
Webb Space Telescope reveals pair of glowing intertwined galaxies
Photos of the two galaxies nicknamed Penguin and the Egg were released to celebrate the second science anniversary of NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope.
UFOs and aliens: What presidents know, but won’t say, about them
For decades, presidents have presumably been privy to whatever information exists about UFOs and the existence of extraterrestrial life collected by the government. But so far, none of them have actually spilled the beans once they left office.
NASA crew leaves Mars habitat after 378 days inside
The NASA crew spent much of their time on simulated spacewalks, or "Marswalks" as they called them.
Drunk American Airlines passenger reportedly exposes himself, forces emergency landing
The disruptive passenger told police he had downed several 'Jack and Cokes' before the flight.