Best Space Photos of the Week - May 18, 2013

Sat, 18 May 2013 16:24:18 -0400

From snow falling on our largest telescopes to cool lunar vehicles in space, don't miss these amazing space photos of the week.

NASA's Planet-Hunting Kepler Telescope Will Have Long Legacy, Despite Big Glitch

Sat, 18 May 2013 14:16:29 -0400

NASA's Kepler has revolutionized exoplanet science, researchers say.

Spectacular Auroras Dance Over Michigan in Time-Lapse Video

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:41:06 -0400

A new video from a skywatcher in northern Michigan shows amazing views of the auroras and other cosmic wonders over the course of a year.

Private Space Plane Arrives in California for Key Flight Tests

Fri, 17 May 2013 20:02:03 -0400

Dream Chaser's first free-flight test is slated for later this year.

Fallout from Huge Solar Flare Sideswipes Earth Today

Fri, 17 May 2013 19:01:56 -0400

The eruption shouldn't pose a threat to Earth but may supercharge northern lights displays.

Electric Cars on Earth and Mars: How They Stack Up

Fri, 17 May 2013 17:58:30 -0400

Electric vehicles have no real competitors for the Martian market.