Astronomers have uncovered a vast hidden structure of the universe, often described as its “cosmic skeleton,” revealing faint filaments that connect galaxies across deep space. Using advanced telescopes and new techniques, scientists are tracing these ghostly formations to better understand how the universe evolved and how matter is distributed on the largest scales. 

The Universe's Hidden Skeleton: Astronomers Trace the Ghosts of Deep Space

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has retired after a remarkable 27-year career marked by three space missions, 608 days in orbit, nine spacewalks and record-setting achievements aboard the International Space Station. In this video we look back at her milestones, leadership, contributions to future exploration, and lasting legacy inspiring generations of space explorer.

NASA Astronaut Sunita Williams Retires: Looking Back At Her Legacy 

JAXA astronaut Kimiya Yui filmed a breathtaking Aurora Borealis from the International Space Station on January 11, 2026, showcasing vibrant pink, teal, and purple lights interacting with Earth's atmosphere. 

ISS Astronaut Captures Earth's Dazzling Aurora Glow

Astronaut transport has evolved from the retro Airstream Astrovan of the shuttle era to modern electric vehicles like SpaceX's Tesla Model X and NASA's new Canoo fleet. While Russia sticks to its traditional bus. Know more below.

‘From Airstreams to Teslas’: Which vehicles are most commonly used to transport astronauts

A NASA astronaut and two cosmonaut crewmates strapped into their Soyuz ferry ship Monday evening, undocked from the International Space Station and plunged to an on-target landing on the frigid steppe of Kazakhstan early Tuesday to wrap up an eight-month mission.


NASA astronaut, 2 Russian cosmonauts back on Earth

China is set to launch its next manned mission to the Tiangong space station, featuring the country’s youngest-ever astronaut alongside four lab mice for scientific experiments.
The Shenzhou-21 mission will lift off from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center at 11:44 PM (GMT) on Friday, marking a significant milestone in China’s space exploration program.

China Launches Youngest Astronaut on Tiangong Mission with Lab Mice 

Without a space suit, an astronaut loses consciousness in seconds and risks deadly injuries from pressure loss, boiling fluids, and radiation. Find out what really happens and how long you could survive.

How long can an astronaut survive in space without a space suit?

NASA astronaut suits are high-tech life-support systems with hidden cooling tubes, radiation shielding, jetpacks, and even space diapers. Discover the surprising tech and secrets behind what keeps astronauts alive beyond Earth.

The science behind NASA astronaut space suits

A NASA astronaut has captured a breathtaking video of a rare red aurora glowing over Earth. Auroras form when charged solar particles collide with Earth’s magnetic field, lighting up the sky in dazzling colors — but red auroras are especially rare. Often seen near the poles as the Northern or Southern Lights, this vibrant phenomenon is now mesmerizing viewers from space. Watch this incredible moment as seen from orbit.

NASA astronaut captures stunning rare red aurora from space

Shubhanshu Shukla, a test pilot from the Indian Air Force, will be the first Indian to travel to the International Space Station (ISS). He will serve as the pilot on the Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4), launching in May 2025 from NASA's Kennedy Space Center. 

'Voyager Tardigrades': Gaganyaan astronaut to visit ISS in May onboard SpaceX' Crew Dragon

World: Elon Musk reshared his video as he was astonished by the astronauts' baseball skills. It further gained even more attraction from the netizens.

'Pitch, hit, and catch': Musk shares video of astronaut playing UNBELIEVABLE baseball in zero gravity | WATCH

NASA faces deep budget cuts under a Trump administration order, with reports suggesting a possible 50% reduction by 2026. The funding crisis has forced program cuts, workforce reductions, and mission delays, including the postponed SpaceX launch meant to bring stranded astronauts home. Meanwhile, NASA's Moon mission continues to face years of setbacks, raising concerns about the agency’s future.

NASA's curse leaves Sunita Williams adrift in space

NASA cuts budget, delays missions as astronauts wait stranded

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who have been stranded in space for the past eight months, stepped outside the International Space Station (ISS) for their first spacewalk together on Thursday (Jan 30).

Williams and Wilmore ventured out to carry out maintenance tasks and inspect the Space Station's exterior for any microbes that might have survived the journey from Earth and escaped through vents.

NASA astronaut: No information on offer to return earth earlier

Science & technology Trending: Williams, in a video conference with classmates at Needham High School, said that she has been trying to remember what it's like to walk. 

Stranded astronaut Sunita Williams reveals she has forgotten ‘what it is like to walk’

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams recently engaged with students from the Sunita Williams Elementary School in a virtual session. The interaction was aimed at providing insight into how astronauts live aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and the various challenges they face in space.

Sunita Williams demonstrates students how astronauts drink liquid in space

The two astronauts stuck at the International Space Station since June welcomed the SpaceX capsule crew, NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Russian cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov, with whom they will return home next year.

Stranded astronauts welcome aboard SpaceX rescue crew at space station

The astronaut of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has left the netizens once again mesmerised by capturing the stunning view of the Moon above the Pacific.

NASA astronaut captures mesmerising scene of moon setting above the Pacific

The strange forms of small asteroids Dimorphos and Selam have fascinated astronomers for a long time. A recent study has revealed that these unusual shapes are not as rare as once thought, suggesting that these moonlets would be encountered more commonly.

Revealing the mystery of unusual asteroid shapes

India has shortlisted two astronaut-designates to the International Space Station for the upcoming Axiom-4 mission. Indian astronauts Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair have been shortlisted to go to the U.S. to train for the upcoming Axiom-4 mission to the International Space Station (ISS).

Indian astronaut-designates to fly to International Space Station

In a mesmerising video shot by NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick from the International Space Station, a fleeting meteor, stars and auroras were seen sparkling in space.

Fleeting meteors, auroras feature in a mesmerising timelapse video shot by ISS astronaut

Two astronauts from NASA, Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams, may be stuck in Boeing's Starliner till mid-August due to technical problems. Both astronauts boarded the International Space Station (ISS) on June 5.

Sunita Williams, Butch Wilmore may be stuck in space this summer due to technical problems in Boeing capsule

The idea of life existing elsewhere in the solar system has always captured the imagination of mankind. Many years, Mars has been considered the ideal candidate by scientists to set up a future space colony.

NASA's manned mission to Mars around the corner?

Human-led space exploration is among the most expensive feats accomplished by mankind. As fascinating as it might seem, living in space comes with a long list of health risks. Did you know that there is an unique field of study - space medicine, which helps astronauts live and work safely.

Gravitas: Human spaceflight - The riskiest venture of mankind

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