NASA's James Webb Telescope Is Ready For Launch
On Christmas day, NASA hopes to launch the long-delayed James Webb Space Telescope. It’s the most powerful and expensive space telescope ever.

Here’s how our planetary defense system works
NASA has been funding search programs to observe the night sky in order to discover as many asteroids as possible.
By NASA/Goddard/University of Arizona/CSA/York/MDA via AP
Watch the world’s biggest plane land after a test flight
The plane, with its two fuselages and 385-foot wingspan, soared for six hours straight, reaching an altitude of 22,500 feet.
By Stratolaunch
Comet not seen in 50,000 years to pass by Earth. Here's how to watch:
Comet C/2022 E3 (ZTF) is forecasted to be the brightest from January 31 to February 1. Experts say it will be most visible just before dawn.
By Steve BellaviaTop Stories

Online system to seek asylum in US is quickly overwhelmed
The daily ritual resembles a race for concert tickets when online sales begin for a major act.
By Elliot Spagat / AP
Tyre Nichols video: Here are some of the key takeaways
A fatal beating. Cries for his mom. Officers cheering each other on. Here are some of the key takeaways from the Tyre Nichols police bodycam footage.
By City of Memphis via AP
Memphis disbands SCORPION Unit after Tyre Nichols' video release
The unit's disbandment comes as protests have spread throughout the city in recent days.
By Gerald Herbert / AP