Space.com
We have curated some stories from Space.com; click on the links below to read the full story.
- What is Starfall? A look at SpaceX's mysterious new return capsule
by mwall@space.com (Mike Wall) on 23rd June 2026 at 9:00 pmSpaceX just launched its Starfall return capsule for the first time. What does the company plan to do with the new vehicle?
- Space.com just launched an app! Get your inside scoop on space exploration
by tmalik@space.com (Tariq Malik) on 23rd June 2026 at 8:04 pmOur new Space.com app takes you out of this world, every day, for the latest space mission news, astronomical discoveries, night sky guides and more.
- These anti-Prime deals are giving Amazon a good run for their money
on 23rd June 2026 at 7:00 pmCheck out these hot anti-Prime Day deals on skywatching gear from the likes of Walmart, Adorama and BH Photo & Video.
- Rocket Lab launches US Space Force mission with less than 17 hours' notice — a new record
by jdinner@space.com (Josh Dinner) on 23rd June 2026 at 6:00 pmRocket Lab launched the second satellite for the U.S. Space Force's Victus Haze mission, setting a new launch readiness record in the process. Now, the mission's two spacecraft are in a chase to rendezvous and perform "dynamic engagements with the other."
- This might be your last chance to pick up a retired Lego Star Wars set before it flies off forever, and it's under $100 on Amazon for Prime Day
on 23rd June 2026 at 5:30 pmThis Lego Star Wars Coruscant Guard Gunship it's less than $100 for Prime Day, the cheapest it's ever been. But as a retired set, this could be your last chance to pick it up.
NASA.com
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Astronomy Now
Below are some stories from Astronomy News from the Astronomy Now website
- Exploding Stars Sprinkled Ancient Earth With Radioactive Iron and Plutonium
by Jan Hattenbach on 23rd June 2026 at 2:54 pmExploding stars have left their radioactive mark on our planet. Now scientists have found more evidence of a particularly violent event in Earth’s more ancient past. The post Exploding Stars Sprinkled Ancient Earth With Radioactive Iron and Plutonium appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
- Double Whammy: Binary Supernova in Geminiby Govert Schilling on 22nd June 2026 at 7:55 pm
New analysis reveals a tight relationship between two supernova remnants in the outer Milky Way. The post Double Whammy: Binary Supernova in Gemini appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
Night Sky News from Astronomy Now
- This Week's Sky at a Glance, June 19 – 28by Alan MacRobert on 19th June 2026 at 8:42 am
The Moon as it will appear in an amateur telescope at 10 p.m. EDT Friday the 19th. This week Venus and Jupiter continue moving apart low in the western twilight. Vega and Arcturus shine equally high after dark. And watch Beta Lyrae self-eclipse. The post This Week's Sky at a Glance, June 19 – 28 appeared first on Sky & Telescope.
- See Venus Disappear in Broad Daylight on June 17thby Bob King on 17th June 2026 at 3:12 pm
On June 17th, much of North America can watch the Moon occult Venus in the daytime sky. All you need are binoculars. The post See Venus Disappear in Broad Daylight on June 17th appeared first on Sky & Telescope.