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Guts of Exploded Star Revealed

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 EST

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

Some Ancient Galaxies Had Wild Youth

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 EST

New research pins down the epoch when galaxy clusters make the last of their stars, helping astronomers understand more about how galaxies form.

Video - Splattered Star Stuff, A Supernova Story

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 EST

See the aftermath of a supernova explosion in this animation of Hubble Space Telescope photos.

'Top Chef's' Short Ribs Get NASA Twist for Spaceflight

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 EST

Space food is about to get better with 'Top Chef' cook Angelo Sosa's short ribs. NASA is adapting the meal for the International Space Station.

1st Canadian Commander of Space Station Named

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 EST

A Canadian astronaut is set to become the first International Space Station commander from the maple leaf nation.

New Telescope Takes Best Sunspot Photo Ever

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 EST

A new picture reveals our sun up-close like never before.

Labor Day Weekend for Astronauts: Space Toilet Cleaning and Exercise

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 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.

Book Review - 'Packing for Mars' Travels Light

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 EST

"Packing for Mars" by Mary Roach delves into the minutiae of human spaceflight.

Satellites Help Aid Workers Plan Pakistan Flood Relief

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 EST

Satellites are training their eagle eyes on flood-ravaged Pakistan, helping authorities and aid workers map the destruction and find ways to reach the homeless, displaced and sick.

Grounded Space Station Module May Get New Mission

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 EST

A grounded space station module could be launched in a few years to act as a hub for inflatable habitats and technology demonstrations.

Wanted For Long Space Missions: Flexible Astronaut, Works Well With Others

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 EST

Researchers are hoping that the Mars500 simulation, which hits the three-month mark this week, will shed some light on significant factors to consider in crew selection for future long-duration missions.

Chinese Satellites Bump During Secret Maneuvers

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 EST

A close encounter between Chinese satellites points to China testing its growing space capabilities.

Top 10 Summer Sky Objects to See Before Fall

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 EST

Here's look at the top 10 summer sky objects to try and find before autumn arrives.

Private Danish Rocket Aims for Sunday Launch

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 EST

A $70,000 private rocket built by Danish volunteers is now set to carry a dummy into suborbital space on Thursday.

Oh Gee: Weightless Flight with James Cameron Goes Up for Bid

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 EST

The public can bid on a spot next to the Avatar director on an upcoming ZERO-G flight.

NASA Aims to Plunge Car-Sized Probe Into the Sun

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 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.

Hawking: God Didn't Create the Universe

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 EST

Asteroid Diversity: Mixed Bag of Space Rocks Found Near Earth

Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:3:09 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.