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Does a cosmic 'glitch' in gravity challenge Albert Einstein's greatest theory?
By Robert Lea published
Scientists think they've uncovered a cosmic "glitch" in gravity that could require a revision in Einstein's theory of general relativity.

Boeing Starliner spacecraft 'go' for 1st astronaut launch on May 6, NASA says
By Elizabeth Howell published
Two NASA astronauts, their spacecraft and rocket have been cleared for a historic 1st flight aboard Boeing's Starliner. Launch will take place no earlier than May 6.

Long ago, a lake on Mars might have been sprawling with microbes
By Keith Cooper published
The presence of manganese oxide on Mars has positive implications in the search for life beyond Earth.

Celebrate Lego Star Wars Day with 20% off the Millennium Falcon
By Alexander Cox published
Deals The 1351-piece Lego Millennium Falcon is now 20% off on Amazon and it can be delivered on Star Wars Day, so you can celebrate in style.

Did the James Webb Space Telescope really find life beyond Earth? Scientists aren't so sure
By Robert Lea published
Reports of life signs detected in the atmosphere of the potential ocean world K2-18 b may have been premature.

Space pictures! See our space image of the day
By Space.com Staff last updated
Space.com's image of the day rounds up the most awe-inspiring space photos right here, with a new image everyday.

Eta Aquarid meteor shower peak could spawn over 100 'shooting stars' per hour this weekend
By Joe Rao published
The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks on May 5, and this year looks favorable for a good light show put on by bits of Halley's Comet as they burn up in Earth's atmosphere.

'Star Wars: The Phantom Menace' returns to theaters for its 25th anniversary today
By Jeff Spry published
This special limited engagement of 'Star Wars: The Phantom Menace' beginning on May 3 includes an early look at the upcoming Disney+ series 'The Acolyte.'
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