Despite earlier comments indicating the station would be sunk by 2020, a spokesperson says they hope to extend the station's life.
For the first time, an asteroid sharing Earth's orbit around the sun has been detected.
The large complex would pose a space debris risk if left in orbit after its life cycle.
Although few exoplanets have been detected using this technique, it's finding worlds that challenge planetary formation models.
After Wednesday's successful satellite launch, Iran sets its sights on putting a monkey into space this summer.
Who needs a solar system? Research shows solitary planets may be more common in the universe.
Why do some exoplanets orbit their star the wrong way? Find out here.
Stable planetary orbits are theorized to exist inside black hole event horizons, sufficiently advanced lifeforms may live there too.
We know that space junk is a problem, but could it completely cut off our access to space? Astronomer Mark Thompson gives his opinion.
As March begins, does that mean it's officially spring for the northern hemisphere? Mark Thompson gives his astronomical opinion.