MD Anderson sending human cells to outer space to study cancer treatment
Inside a lab at MD Anderson Cancer Center, scientists like Dr. Cassian Yee want to do two of the things that Houston does best: Space exploration and medical advancements
Boeing will fly its empty capsule back to Earth soon. Two NASA astronauts will stay behind
Boeing will attempt to return its problem-plagued capsule from the International Space Station later this week โ with empty seats.
NASA cuts 2 from next SpaceX flight to make room for astronauts stuck at space station
NASA has cut two astronauts from the next crew to make room on the return trip for the two stuck at the International Space Station.
NASA decision against using a Boeing capsule to bring astronauts back adds to company's problems
NASA says it won't use Boeing's Starliner capsule to bring two stranded astronauts back to Earth.
NASA decides to keep 2 astronauts in space until February, nixes return on troubled Boeing capsule
NASA has decided itโs too risky to bring two astronauts back to Earth in Boeingโs troubled new capsule.
LIVE: NASA decides to keep 2 astronauts in space until February, nixes return on troubled Boeing capsule
NASA will decide this weekend whether Boeing's new capsule is safe enough to return two astronauts from the International Space Station, where they've been waiting since June.
NASA still deciding whether to keep 2 astronauts at space station until next year
NASA says it's still deciding whether to keep two astronauts at the International Space Station until early next year and send their troubled Boeing capsule back empty.
New Mars study suggests an ocean's worth of water may be hiding beneath the red dusty surface
A new study suggests Mars may be drenched beneath its surface, with enough water hiding in the cracks of underground rocks to form a global ocean.
Meteor shower to light up SE Texas skies this weekend
One of the yearโs best meteor showers, the Perseids, is set to peak this weekend! This celestial spectacle has been active since July 14th, but the best viewing opportunity is coming up in the next few days. For an optimal experience, consider driving out of the city to areas with little-to-no light pollution.Grab your friends and family, and make plans to witness this stunning display of shooting stars. ๐ โจ#Perseids #MeteorShower #Stargazing #SETexasDonโt forget to like, share, and comment on your favorite stargazing spots!
Could 2 NASA astronauts be stuck at the space station until next year? A decision is imminent
NASA is on the verge of deciding how and when to bring two astronauts back from the International Space Station, after running into trouble with their new Boeing capsule.
NASA says chances are growing that astronauts may switch from Boeing to a SpaceX ride back to Earth
NASA says chances are growing that two test pilots who flew a new Boeing capsule to the International Space Station in June may have to switch to SpaceX for a ride home.
NASA delays next crew launch to buy more time at the space station for Boeing's troubled capsule
NASA is delaying its next astronaut launch to buy more time at the International Space Station for Boeing's troubled new crew capsule.
One church, two astronauts. How a Texas congregation is supporting its members on the space station
A Texas church has not one โ but two โ members aboard the International Space Station.
North Korean charged in cyberattacks on US hospitals, NASA and military bases
Federal authorities say a North Korean military intelligence operative has been indicted in a conspiracy to hack into American medical centers, military bases and even NASA.
NASA says no return date yet for astronauts and troubled Boeing capsule at space station
Officials say two NASA astronauts will remain at the International Space Station until engineers finish working on problems plaguing their Boeing capsule.
Catching up with modern-day hidden figure Sharon Caples McDougle
She's a local Air Force veteran with an out-of-this-world life. Sharon Caples McDougle used to suit up astronauts before they went to space. Now, she's sharing her inspiring story. We caught up with her to see what she has been up to since her last visit to Houston Life.
Boeing is closer to understanding thruster failures on its first astronaut flight with latest test
Boeing is closer to understanding what went wrong with its astronaut capsule in orbit, now that testing is complete on a spare thruster here on Earth.
Webb Space Telescope's latest cosmic shot shows pair of intertwined galaxies glowing in infrared
The Webb Space Telescope has captured a pair of intertwined galaxies glowing in the infrared.
Astronauts confident Boeing space capsule can safely return them to Earth, despite failures
Two astronauts who should have been back on Earth weeks ago say they're confident that Boeing's space capsule can return them safely.
Crew of NASA's earthbound simulated Mars habitat emerge after a year
Four volunteer crew members who spent more than 12 months inside NASAโs first simulated Mars environment at Johnson Space Center in Houston have emerged from the artificial alien enviroment.
Flying objects and shrunken heads: World UFO Day feted amid surge in sightings, government denials
World UFO Day is being celebrated amid a surge in sightings and government studies on unidentified flying objects.
NASA astronauts will stay at the space station longer for more troubleshooting of Boeing capsule
NASA says two astronauts will stay in space longer to continue troubleshooting Boeingโs capsule.
NASA taps Elon Musk's SpaceX to bring International Space Station out of orbit in a few more years
NASA has awarded SpaceX an $843 million contract to build the vehicle that will bring the International Space Station out of its longtime orbit of Earth when its operating lifespan ends in a few more years.
Why NASA astronauts are delayed at the space station after Boeing Starliner launch
Two astronauts are spending extra time at the International Space Station as NASA and Boeing troubleshoot capsule problems that popped up on the way there.
Former astronaut William Anders, who took iconic Earthrise photo, killed in Washington plane crash
William Anders, the former Apollo 8 astronaut who took the iconic โEarthriseโ photo showing the planet as a shadowed blue marble from space in 1968, has been killed when the plane he was piloting alone plummeted into the waters off the San Juan Islands in Washington state.
China lands a spacecraft on the moon's far side to collect rocks for study
A Chinese spacecraft has landed on the moonโs far side to collect soil and rock samples that could provide insights into differences between the less-explored region and the better-known near side.
Boeing's first astronaut flight called off at the last minute in latest setback
Mission managers say last-minute computer trouble has nixed the latest launch attempt for Boeingโs first astronaut flight.
Eerie: Infrared map shows Houston before and after deadly derecho ๐
During the peak of the deadly windstorm a.k.a derecho, the skies across Houston became noticeably and eerily dark. But just how dark? An interactive infrared map by NASA shows us.
Sun's magnetic field may form close to the surface. This finding could improve solar storm forecasts
New research indicates the sun's magnetic field originates much closer to the surface than previously thought.
What a blast to work at NASA. Space agency is sky-high again in latest survey of federal employees
Exploring the cosmos makes for happy employees, federal workers like to work from home like everyone else, and an agency that has struggled with low morale is showing improvement.
Ed Dwight, America's first Black astronaut candidate, finally goes to space 60 years later
Ed Dwight, America's first Black astronaut candidate, has finally made it to space 60 years later, flying with Jeff Bezosโ rocket company.
โSpace Explorers: The Infiniteโ returns to Houston for out of this world experience
Inside the award-winning space-themed concept that lets guests roam freely inside a virtual life-size replica of the International Space Station.
Boeing is on the verge of launching astronauts aboard new capsule, the latest entry to space travel
Boeing is finally poised to launch astronauts to the International Space Station for NASA after years of delays and stumbles.
NASA confirms mystery object that crashed through roof of home came from space station
NASA says it determined that an object that crashed through the roof of a Florida home last month was a chunk of space junk from equipment discarded at the International Space Station.
Weather is the hot topic as eclipse spectators stake out their spots in US, Mexico and Canada
Eclipse enthusiasts are staking out their spots across three countries, fervently hoping for clear skies.
A Soyuz capsule carrying 3 crew from the International Space Station lands safely in Kazakhstan
A Russian space capsule with two women and one man has safely landed in a steppe in Kazakhstan after their missions aboard the International Space Station.
โBelieved to be a serial rapist:โ NASA employee charged with 6 sexual assaults, officials seek potential victims
A NASA employee has been charged with six different sexual assaults and authorities believe there may be more victims out there.
NASA wants to come up with a new clock for the moon, where seconds tick away faster
NASA wants to come up with an out-of-this-world way to keep track of time, putting the moon on its own souped-up clock.
Not in the path of totality? You can still watch Monday's total solar eclipse online
Spectators who aren't near the path of totality or who get cloudy weather on eclipse day can still catch the total solar eclipse.
A Russian Soyuz rocket with 3 astronauts blasts off to the International Space Station
A Russian Soyuz rocket carrying three astronauts to the International Space Station has blasted off two days after its launch was aborted at the last minute.
Russia's space agency aborts launch of 3 astronauts to the International Space Station; all are safe
Russiaโs Roscosmos space agency has aborted the launch of three astronauts to the International Space Station about 20 seconds before they were scheduled to lift off.
Jupiter's moon Europa may have less oxygen than expected, a finding that might put a damper on life
New research suggests thereโs less oxygen on the icy surface of Jupiterโs moon Europa than thought.
4 new astronauts head to the International Space Station for a 6-month stay
SpaceX has launched four astronauts to the International Space Station who will oversee the arrival of two new rocketships during their stint.
First US moon lander in half a century stops working a week after tipping over at touchdown
The first U.S. spacecraft to land on the moon since the Apollo astronauts has fallen silent, a week after breaking a leg and tipping over near the lunar south pole.
Russian space officials say air leak at International Space Station poses no danger to its crew
Russian space officials have acknowledged a continuing air leak from the Russian segment of the International Space Station, but say it poses no danger to its crew.
Sideways moon landing cuts mission short, private US lunar lander will cease operations Tuesday
A private lunar lander is expected to cease operations Tuesday, its mission cut short after landing sideways near the south pole of the moon.