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What Does NASA Mars Lander's Launch Delay Mean for Red Planet Exploration? The launch delay and possible cancellation of NASA's next Mars lander shouldn't affect the agency's other activities at the Red Planet going forward, officials say.   Santa in Space? Christmas Full Moon Prompts St. Nick Webcast at Slooh This Christmas, the Slooh Community Observatory will let kids try to snap a photo of Santa Claus as he crosses the moon on his way to deliver presents. Read More     The 101 Best Night Sky Photos of 2015 by Stargazers See the most amazing night sky photos of 2015 by amateur astronomers and stargazers around the world in our year-end gallery. AstroCritic Review: 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' The world is turning out for "Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens", including astronaut Leroy Chiao, who brings his unique perspective to his review (minimal spoilers).   Additional Space Headlines Save Big by Following @PurchDeals on Twitter! We put some of the best deals on space related merchandise and much more directly in front of you, getting you ready for an out of the world holiday season. Follow us today! Read More NASA Europa Mission May Land on Potentially Life-Hosting Jupiter Moon NASA's highly anticipated mission to Europa may do more than just fly by the ocean-harboring Jupiter moon. Read More SpaceX's Epic Falcon 9 Rocket Landing in Pictures  SpaceX launched into history books as the first company ever to land a rocket back on Earth after launching into orbit. See photos of the Dec. 21, 2015 Falcon 9 rocket launch here. Read More     SpaceX Rocket Landing Is a Giant Leap Toward a City on Mars, Elon Musk Says Elon Musk's Mars dream is looking more and more achievable. Ursids Outshone: December's 'Other' Meteor Shower Beaten by Moon Skywatchers may be able to catch the Ursid meteor shower the night of Dec. 22-Dec. 23. Saturn Moons Align (Almost) to Perfection: Photo There are few views in Saturnian orbit that are more satisfying than seeing two or more moons in the same frame -- particularly when they align.   You are receiving this email because You've received this message because you've registered or accepted our invitation to receive email from SPACE.com To unsubscribe, click here Copyright 2015 Purch.com ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 150 Fifth Avenue, 9th Floor, New York, NY 10011 2425 Lincoln Ave. Ogden, UT 84003