Armageddon might not have a reputation as a scientifically accurate film. But scientists now say the Hollywood blockbuster ...

NASA flags an asteroid, the odds shift, and better tracking usually turns worry into a clean miss. The system improves each ...

From flying taxis to a new row on the periodic table, look ahead to discover the biggest upcoming science and technology news stories with New Scientist’s 2025 preview ...

NASA is monitoring a bus-sized asteroid that’s hurtling towards Earth at more than 38,500 miles per hour, according to the space agency's Center for Near Earth Object Studies (CNEOS). Estimated to ...

An asteroid impact would be devastating for Earth, but certain types of space rocks can be even more damaging, as, instead of breaking apart, they could become stronger. Scientists say this could have ...

NASA's Artemis II simulated launch is scheduled for tonight after Arctic weather forced the mission to be delayed. The first ...

In early January 2026, a rumor circulated online that Earth would "lose gravity" for seven seconds on Aug. 12, 2026 — leading to "40 million deaths from falls," among other cataclysmic outcomes.

Weizmann Institute molecular geneticist discovers what makes humans ‘tick’ and causes disruptions during menstruation, ...

(CNN) — NASA said on Wednesday it was postponing a spacewalk that was scheduled for Thursday, citing a “medical concern” with one of the crew members. The space agency did not provide additional ...

(CNN) — Four astronauts will return from the International Space Station more than a month ahead of schedule after an unnamed crew member experienced a medical issue. NASA has not provided details ...