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8 space-themed trips for families, from astronomy stays to NASA space launchesApril 13, 2026 – For kids inspired by the Artemis II mission, here are eight destinations where families can explore the stars, space and beyond.
Space weather can be deadly. Here’s how NASA protects the Artemis II crew.April 08, 2026 – Solar storm tech on Artemis II will help protect humans traveling even deeper into space.
The man who proved rockets could reach space was mocked in his timeMarch 16, 2026 – One hundred years ago, Robert Goddard’s invention of the liquid-fueled rocket changed space exploration.
What we can learn from watching 100,000 animals in unbelievable detail—from spaceNovember 28, 2025 – By monitoring the movement, health, and environmental conditions of thousands of animals at once, Project ICARUS hopes to solve scientific mysteries.
The story of how the first American went to spaceMay 04, 2026 – As NASA fought to catch up to the Soviet Union in the space race, they selected a Navy veteran as the first astronaut. But what happened once Alan Shepard stepped into the space capsule?
What could alien life look like? These Earthlings offer clues.May 27, 2026 – Scientists are listening in on sperm whale conversations and studying Earth's strangest microbes to prepare humanity for first contact with extraterrestrial life.
How to see the 'cosmic kiss' of Jupiter and Venus in the night skyJune 05, 2026 – The bright planets will appear within a pinkie width of each other this June—their closest alignment until 2028.
These are NASA’s new moon rovers. We drove them.May 26, 2026 – A retro-futuristic space truck and a nimble crustacean on wheels just won a competition to deploy on a future NASA Artemis mission. And we took them out for a spin.
A rare blue ‘micromoon’ is rising at the end of MayMay 27, 2026 – The moon won't turn blue—but you will be able to see two unusual celestial events in one night.
How a telescope on the far side of the moon could help us see the cosmic dark agesJune 03, 2026 – Later this year, a prototype telescope is slated to land on the moon. It could usher in a new era of lunar radio astronomy.
What will future astronauts eat in space?April 07, 2026 – Beyond Artemis II, human spaceflight missions will need longer expiration dates and grow-it-yourself options. Luckily, labs around the world are working on these menus—and invited National Geographic inside.
The mystery of the universe's missing exploding starsApril 22, 2026 – According to scientists, red supergiant stars should produce more supernovas. But astronomers just aren’t spotting them. Here's how they plan to crack the case.
8 night sky events to see in May, from a blue moon to a Milky Way showstopperApril 30, 2026 – May’s sky features not one but two full moons as well as the dazzling Eta Aquarids meteor shower. Here’s when to look up for the month’s most striking alignments.
The Lyrid meteor shower happens once a year—and it’s about to peakApril 21, 2026 – One of the oldest annual showers on record, the Lyrids put on a show each spring. Here’s what to know about how to see it and where it came from.
Artemis II's last test: Will its heat shield work?April 09, 2026 – Excess charring on Artemis I's heat shield had NASA racing to understand what went wrong—and to ensure the technology was still safe for the current crew's high-speed reentry.
Inside NASA's audacious plan to build a nuclear-powered moon baseApril 10, 2026 – The end of the historic Artemis II mission kicks off a race to establish a permanent human presence on the moon.
