NASA's Boeing 777 Transformed for Future Science Missions
NASA's Boeing 777 has rejoined the agency's fleet following significant modifications, now serving as an advanced airborne science laboratory.
Editorial Staff Apr 22
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Trump Nominates Roger Mason to Head National Reconnaissance Office
Roger Mason has been nominated by Trump to succeed Christopher Scolese as the leader of the National Reconnaissance Office, which oversees the nation’s spy satellites.
Editorial Staff Apr 22
Innovative Propulsion Research at Texas A&M Could Transform Space Travel
Researchers at Texas A&M University are investigating light-powered propulsion methods that may drastically shorten travel times to distant star systems like Alpha Centauri.
Editorial Staff Apr 22
Ames Research Center's Key Role in Artemis II Mission
NASA's Ames Research Center is pivotal to the Artemis II mission, which aims to advance lunar exploration and prepare for future landings.
Editorial Staff Apr 22
New Satellite Framework Enhances Monitoring of Tillage Practices
A novel framework leveraging satellite technology has been developed to track conservation tillage practices, which are vital for sustainable agriculture.
Editorial Staff Apr 22
Concerns Rise Over Hybridization of Nuclear Command Systems and Space Infrastructure Vulnerability
The hybridization of nuclear command, control, and communications (NC3) systems raises significant concerns regarding the security of space infrastructure, which was designed to be resilient and independent.
Editorial Staff Apr 22
Commerce Department Seeks Financial Restructuring, Pausing TraCSS Development
The Commerce Department's recent budget proposal suggests a pause in the development of its space traffic coordination system as it explores a new financial structure, potentially involving user fees.
Editorial Staff Apr 22
The Importance of Immunology in NASA's Space Exploration Plans
As NASA develops plans for human habitation in space, it is crucial to consider the potential risks posed by infectious diseases to interplanetary travelers.
Editorial Staff Apr 22
Northrop Grumman Faces Financial Setback Due to Vulcan Booster Anomaly
The aerospace company has reported a significant financial charge linked to issues with the solid rocket booster of ULA's Vulcan rocket, which is currently grounded.
Editorial Staff Apr 22
Curiosity Rover Explores Antofagasta Crater, Prepares for Next Drill
NASA's Curiosity rover has reached the Antofagasta crater, uncovering new geological features and setting the stage for its upcoming drilling activities.
Editorial Staff Apr 22
Pentagon Unveils Funding Approach for Trump's $1.45 Trillion Defense Budget
The Pentagon has confirmed a significant funding request of $71 billion for the U.S. Space Force as part of the proposed $1.45 trillion defense budget.
Editorial Staff Apr 21
Nuclear Power in Space: A New Frontier for the Trump Administration
The Trump administration is considering advancements in nuclear energy for potential space applications, reflecting a growing interest in innovative energy solutions.
Editorial Staff Apr 21
Join the Euclid Space Warps Project to Discover Gravitational Lenses
The European Space Agency's new Space Warps project invites citizen scientists to help identify rare gravitational lenses using Zooniverse.
Editorial Staff Apr 21
Curiosity Rover Uncovers Unprecedented Diversity of Organic Molecules on Mars
NASA's Curiosity rover has identified a remarkable variety of organic molecules on Mars, marking a significant milestone in the search for extraterrestrial life.
Editorial Staff Apr 21
NASA to Provide Live Coverage of Progress 94 Launch and ISS Docking
On March 19, 2026, NASA will broadcast the launch and docking of a Roscosmos cargo spacecraft, which is set to deliver essential supplies to the International Space Station.
Editorial Staff Apr 21
Artemis II Astronauts Set to Explore the Moon's Far Side
The Artemis II mission aims to investigate the Moon's far side, gathering crucial data for future lunar exploration while capturing stunning images of Earth.
Editorial Staff Apr 21
SpaceX Successfully Launches Final GPS 3 Satellite for U.S. Space Force
The Falcon 9 rocket has successfully deployed the last satellite in the GPS 3 series, marking a significant milestone for SpaceX and the U.S. Space Force.
Editorial Staff Apr 21
NASA's Artemis Spacesuit Development Faces Potential Setbacks
NASA's inspector general has indicated that new spacesuits intended for the Artemis lunar missions and the International Space Station may not be completed until after 2030.
Editorial Staff Apr 21
Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Grounded Following Orbital Mishap
The FAA has intervened to ground Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket after a launch incident resulted in its payload being placed in an incorrect orbit.
Editorial Staff Apr 21
NASA Engineers Begin Data Analysis for Artemis II Mission Insights
Following the successful return of Artemis II, NASA engineers are analyzing data to evaluate the Orion spacecraft and SLS rocket for future missions.
Editorial Staff Apr 20