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Slideshow: 50th Anniversary of the First American in Space
Fifty years ago today, Alan Shepard became the first American and the second person to fly into space.
30 Years of the Space Shuttle Program
On the 30th anniversary of the space shuttle program, we take a look at its three decades of exploration, innovation and drama.
Congo Crater Caused by Meteorite
Researchers have confirmed that a giant crater in the Democratic Republic of the Congo was formed by a crashing meteorite.
Historic Eclipses
This week, as the world watches a true astronomical rarity–the first full lunar eclipse to coincide with a winter solstice since 1554–we take a look at legendary eclipses with undeniable historical significance.
Mini Big Bangs Suggest the Universe Began as a Liquid
The universe started out as a hot, soupy liquid, according to simulations of its earliest moments conducted with the help of the world’s largest particle accelerator.
Amazing Rescues
These incredible rescue operations saved lives, brought together communities and captivated millions of well-wishers around the world.
What Is Earth Really Made Of?
New research suggests that a layer of molten rock or magma may lie some 1,800 miles beneath our feet, sandwiched in between the Earth’s core and its lower mantle.
Life on Mars?
Three and a half billion years ago, Mars was home to a vast ocean fed by scores of rivers and lakes, according to one study.
