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Recent research has provided compelling evidence that Mars experienced a cold and icy climate in its past, comparable to subarctic conditions on Earth. This discovery, published in Communications Earth and...

SpaceX is set to launch 20 more Starlink satellites, including 13 with direct-to-cell capabilities, from California's Vandenberg Space Force Base on Thursday night (July 11). This launch is part of...

NASA and its international partners are making significant strides in the development of Gateway, humanity's first space station around the Moon. Gateway will serve as a crucial outpost for astronauts...

NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams have been providing updates on their extended mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) following delays caused by technical issues with Boeing's Starliner...

The European Space Agency's (ESA) new heavy-lift rocket, the Ariane 6, successfully completed its maiden flight, marking a significant milestone in Europe's space capabilities. This launch reinstates Europe's position in...

SpaceX successfully launched Turkey's first domestically built communications satellite, Turksat 6A, on July 8, 2024. The satellite was sent into geostationary transfer orbit via a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape...

Europe is on the brink of a significant milestone as the new heavy-lift Ariane 6 rocket prepares for its long-awaited inaugural flight. This event marks a pivotal moment for European...

An international research team, led by the Italian National Institute for Astrophysics (INAF), has utilized the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) to capture an extraordinary event in the distant universe:...

NASA's Parker Solar Probe has successfully completed its 20th close approach to the sun, achieving a significant milestone in its mission to study the solar corona. This remarkable feat underscores...

The Ariane 6, the latest rocket from the European Space Agency (ESA), is set for its highly anticipated first launch, marking a significant milestone in European space exploration. This new...

On July 5, 2024, at around 1 a.m., Earth reached its farthest point from the Sun, known as aphelion. This annual event raises an intriguing question: why are we experiencing...

The Sentinel-2C satellite, a critical component of the European Union’s Copernicus Earth observation program, is on its way to the European spaceport in French Guiana. This satellite, constructed by Airbus,...

Technicians at NASA have been meticulously preparing the Orion spacecraft for its crucial role in the upcoming Artemis II mission. Set to orbit the Moon, the integrated spacecraft recently underwent...

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has provided a breathtaking glimpse into the early stages of star formation, capturing the dramatic development of a protostar within a luminous hourglass-shaped cloud....

NASA has awarded SpaceX a contract to launch the Compton Spectrometer and Imager (COSI), marking a significant advancement for gamma-ray astronomy. The mission is set for an August 2027 launch...

SpaceX launched a batch of 20 Starlink satellites from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station early on July 3, 2024, following a brief delay. This mission was significant as it marked...

The NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope has recently captured a breathtaking image of NGC 4951, a spiral galaxy located approximately 49 million light-years away in the constellation Virgo. This image, showcasing...

SpaceX has been selected by the Emirati satellite operator Yahsat to launch two advanced geostationary communications satellites, Al Yah 4 and Al Yah 5, as part of a $1.1 billion...

Firefly Aerospace's Alpha rocket is set to launch eight CubeSats as part of NASA's Educational Launch of Nanosatellites (ELaNa) 43 mission. Originally scheduled for Monday night, the launch faced a...

In recent years, debris from SpaceX’s Dragon spacecraft has become a growing concern, prompting NASA and SpaceX to explore new strategies to mitigate the risks associated with reentry debris. This...

A Chinese space company, Space Pioneer, experienced a significant setback when its new Tianlong-3 rocket unintentionally launched during a test, leading to an explosive crash. This unexpected event occurred near...

Japan has successfully launched the Advanced Land Observing Satellite-4 (ALOS-4), also known as Daichi-4, using its new flagship H3 rocket. This launch marks a significant achievement for the Japan Aerospace...

A key instrument on NASA's Perseverance Mars rover has been revived after six months of inactivity, renewing efforts to search for evidence of ancient microbial life on the Red Planet....

On Friday night, SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, marking another milestone in the company's busy launch schedule. The mission, designated NROL-186,...

Boeing and NASA have announced an additional delay in the return of the Starliner spacecraft, extending its first crewed flight test mission. Despite the delay, NASA has assured that the...

A defunct Russian satellite broke apart in low Earth orbit on June 26, generating over 100 pieces of trackable debris and prompting astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) to...

Amazon has announced a delay in the launch of its initial Project Kuiper broadband services to early 2025. This adjustment follows the company's revised plans to launch its first batch...

NASA has awarded SpaceX a contract to develop a spacecraft designed to safely deorbit the International Space Station (ISS), marking a significant milestone in the planned retirement of the station...

SpaceX successfully launched the GOES-U weather satellite on a Falcon Heavy rocket from Kennedy Space Center on June 25, 2024. This significant event marks another milestone in space technology and...

The Hubble Space Telescope has captured stunning images of NGC 5253, a blue compact dwarf galaxy, revealing crucial details about its intense star formation activities. Located approximately 11 million light-years...

The GOES-U weather satellite, the fourth and final member of NOAA’s next-generation GOES-R series, is scheduled for launch today aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. This launch marks a significant...

NASA canceled a planned spacewalk outside the International Space Station (ISS) on June 24, 2024, after a coolant leak was detected in one of the spacesuits. The decision underscores the...

On the evening of June 23, 2024, SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base, carrying 20 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit. The launch created a spectacular...

China's Chang'e-6 spacecraft is on its way back to Earth, carrying the first-ever samples collected from the far side of the moon. This significant milestone in lunar exploration is expected...

NASA is set to launch an innovative artificial star into space, a mission designed to refine the accuracy of astronomical measurements. This groundbreaking project, named the Landolt mission, involves deploying...

SpaceX is set to launch its Starlink 10-2 mission from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Sunday, June 23, 2024. This mission, which aims to deploy 22 Starlink satellites into...

NASA and Boeing have announced another delay in the return of the Boeing Starliner spacecraft and its two astronauts from the International Space Station (ISS). This latest delay is part...

In a remarkable display of international cooperation, France and China have launched a joint satellite to explore the most powerful explosions in the universe. The mission aims to study gamma-ray...

SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket is set to launch the NOAA's GOES-U satellite on June 25 from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. This mission marks a significant step forward for weather...

The European Space Agency (ESA) has successfully completed the final wet dress rehearsal for the Ariane 6 rocket, marking a significant milestone before its inaugural launch scheduled for July 9....

SpaceX has successfully launched the Astra 1P satellite for Luxembourg-based fleet operator SES. This satellite is set to replace four older broadcast satellites over Europe, ensuring SES can continue its...

Rocket Lab is gearing up to launch its Electron rocket for the 50th time, marking a significant milestone in the company's history. This launch highlights Rocket Lab's growing presence in...

NASA is set to launch the GOES-U satellite, the latest addition to the Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite (GOES) series, which will enhance weather monitoring for Earth and space. Scheduled for...

The return of Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, carrying its first crew of astronauts from the International Space Station (ISS), has been delayed once more. The new target date for the spacecraft's...

The U.S. Space Force has launched a significant initiative to develop a laser communication network, engaging four prominent companies in a project aimed at revolutionizing military communications in space. This...

A rush-hour rocket launch is set to captivate skywatchers as a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket prepares for liftoff from Cape Canaveral. This launch will carry the Astra 1P satellite and...

China has successfully tested a new engine system designed for its future lunar missions, marking a significant milestone in its ambitious space program. This ground test, conducted on June 14,...

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket aborted its launch during the ignition sequence of its nine first-stage engines at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on June 14, 2024. This attempt was...

China's Chang'e-6 mission has made a groundbreaking discovery on the far side of the Moon, detecting negative ions on the lunar surface for the first time. This achievement marks a...