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fromFortune
8 hours ago

Blue Origin launches New Glenn, suffers issue deploying craft | Fortune

New Glenn's third flight marked a significant milestone by reusing a booster for the first time, but the mission faced challenges as the satellite entered an 'off-nominal orbit.' Blue Origin is currently assessing the situation.
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fromNature
6 days ago

Stop the 'space race': space exploration must be a shared human endeavour

Artemis II exemplifies international collaboration in space exploration, showcasing human curiosity despite geopolitical tensions and skepticism about crewed space missions.
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fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

SNL Goes to Space-And Returns With Pranks

Victor Glover's Artemis II mission highlights the contrast between the awe of space exploration and the humorous challenges of living in a confined spacecraft.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 days ago

NASA Artemis II astronauts say thank you to the world

Artemis II marks the first human mission to the moon in over 50 years, showcasing significant achievements and challenges faced by the crew.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 days ago

How far from humanity were the astronauts of Artemis II? The answer will surprise you

Artemis II crew set a record by traveling 406,771 kilometers from Earth, the farthest any humans have gone in space.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Let's Go!' New Footage Shows Moment Artemis II Astronauts Were Welcomed Back to Earth

The Artemis II astronauts celebrated their return after a historic mission, expressing excitement and gratitude upon opening the hatch post-splashdown.
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fromNature
6 days ago

Stop the 'space race': space exploration must be a shared human endeavour

Artemis II exemplifies international collaboration in space exploration, showcasing human curiosity despite geopolitical tensions and skepticism about crewed space missions.
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fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

SNL Goes to Space-And Returns With Pranks

Victor Glover's Artemis II mission highlights the contrast between the awe of space exploration and the humorous challenges of living in a confined spacecraft.
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fromEngadget
1 day ago

A comet gets destroyed by the sun, data centers endanger the Potomac River, and more science stories

NASA shared stunning images of a comet that exploded as it approached the sun, marking its first and last flyby.
fromIndependent
1 day ago
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Louise McSharry: Things can be bleak, but Artemis moon mission showed us that at our core, humans are good

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fromEngadget
2 days ago

The PBS Artemis II documentary is streaming on YouTube

NASA's Artemis II mission successfully returned to Earth, showcasing the planning and execution of human-crewed spaceflight to the Moon.
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fromTheregister
2 days ago

NASA sets Europe's jinxed Mars rover mission rolling again

NASA is proceeding with its support for the ESA's Rosalind Franklin Mars rover despite funding cut attempts by the Trump administration.
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fromLos Angeles Times
15 hours ago

A renewed threat to JPL as the Trump administration tries again to cut NASA

NASA's scientific projects face significant funding cuts proposed by the Trump administration, threatening future space exploration and discoveries.
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fromMail Online
18 hours ago

Who will be the next to walk on the moon? Likely candidates, revealed

NASA's Artemis IV mission in 2028 will land the first woman and first person of color on the moon since Apollo.
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fromEngadget
1 day ago

A comet gets destroyed by the sun, data centers endanger the Potomac River, and more science stories

NASA shared stunning images of a comet that exploded as it approached the sun, marking its first and last flyby.
fromIndependent
1 day ago
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Louise McSharry: Things can be bleak, but Artemis moon mission showed us that at our core, humans are good

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fromEngadget
2 days ago

The PBS Artemis II documentary is streaming on YouTube

NASA's Artemis II mission successfully returned to Earth, showcasing the planning and execution of human-crewed spaceflight to the Moon.
Roam Research
fromTheregister
2 days ago

NASA sets Europe's jinxed Mars rover mission rolling again

NASA is proceeding with its support for the ESA's Rosalind Franklin Mars rover despite funding cut attempts by the Trump administration.
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fromwww.npr.org
20 hours ago

The Little Probe That Could: Why Voyager 1 Matters, and Why NASA Just Switched Part of It Off

Voyager 1, launched in 1977, is still operational nearly 50 years later, despite being designed for a five-year mission.
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fromArs Technica
3 days ago

Artemis II astronauts say landing on the Moon is "absolutely doable" soon

Astronauts learned that teamwork and preparation are crucial for handling challenges in space missions, making lunar landing achievable.
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fromMail Online
6 years ago

British invention gives astronauts on the ISS faster internet

Astronauts on the ISS will receive broadband speeds up to 50Mbps from the British device COLKa, enhancing communication with Earth.
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fromBreaking Defense
5 days ago

White House wants Pentagon to demo nuclear space power by 2031 - Breaking Defense

The Trump administration's new strategy aims to develop nuclear power for space, enabling sustained human presence on the moon and Mars.
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fromPsychology Today
4 days ago

Why Are People So Passionate About a Return to the Moon?

Artemis 2 is a historic mission that carries astronauts beyond low Earth orbit, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.
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fromWIRED
4 days ago

NASA Wants to Put Nuclear Reactors on the Moon

The United States aims to deploy nuclear reactors in orbit and on the moon by 2030 to enhance space capabilities.
fromTNW | Next-Featured
4 days ago

Astroport and Vermeer collaborate on autonomous lunar construction machinery

The term 'Lunar Iron' refers to the class of heavy construction machinery required for lunar base development, including excavators, trenchers, and surface miners.
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fromWIRED
5 days ago

The Caves That Could Help Us Find, or Become, Aliens

"The worst place to live on Earth is actually the safest place to live on another planet," he adds.
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fromTheregister
4 days ago

Fission impossible: Uncle Sam wants nuclear power in space

NASA has 30 days to kick off a program for a mid-power space reactor ready for launch by 2030. A lunar variant is required, as is an option for nuclear electric propulsion.
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fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

Honey, I Shrunk My Wife!

The show discusses various cultural topics including films, a comedy series, and the resurgence of cigarettes in Hollywood.
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fromBig Think
4 days ago

This viral image of Saturn isn't real; it's AI slop

The Cassini-Huygens mission studied Saturn from 2004 to 2017, revealing unique phenomena like a hurricane at its south pole.
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fromThe Walrus
5 days ago

The Endless Wonder and Beautiful Uncertainty of Interstellar Comets | The Walrus

3I/ATLAS, an interstellar comet, passed Earth on December 19, 2025, sparking public fascination and speculation about its origins and nature.
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Japanese rocket came unglued, causing mission fail

JAXA's analysis indicated that the manufacturing process for a component holding the satellite payload was flawed, primarily due to unexpected high temperatures that weakened the adhesive used.
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fromPsychology Today
5 days ago

The Collective Effervescence of Artemis II

Collective effervescence is a shared emotional state that enhances life satisfaction and can be experienced during significant social events.
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fromInverse
1 week ago
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62 Years Later, Apple's Boldest Sci-Fi Epic Just Revealed A Pivotal Moment In Spaceflight History

fromInverse
1 week ago
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'For All Mankind' Star Reveals Why [Spoiler] Had To Die So Early This Season

fromInverse
1 week ago
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62 Years Later, Apple's Boldest Sci-Fi Epic Just Revealed A Pivotal Moment In Spaceflight History

fromInverse
1 week ago
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'For All Mankind' Star Reveals Why [Spoiler] Had To Die So Early This Season

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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
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Congratulations to the Artemis II crew but the case for sending astronauts into space is rapidly shrinking | Martin Rees and Donald Goldsmith

The US and China are racing to send humans to the moon and possibly Mars, with significant investments in lunar exploration.
fromArs Technica
1 week ago
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The Artemis II mission has ended. Where does NASA go from here?

The Artemis II mission marks humanity's return to deep space, but greater challenges lie ahead for future missions.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Congratulations to the Artemis II crew but the case for sending astronauts into space is rapidly shrinking | Martin Rees and Donald Goldsmith

The US and China are racing to send humans to the moon and possibly Mars, with significant investments in lunar exploration.
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fromArs Technica
1 week ago

The Artemis II mission has ended. Where does NASA go from here?

The Artemis II mission marks humanity's return to deep space, but greater challenges lie ahead for future missions.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Artemis II splashdown: Orion capsule scheduled to land off California coast at just after 5pm local time live updates

The Orion capsule's splashdown is scheduled for 5:07 PM PT, following a detailed timeline of events leading to reentry.
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fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Rocket Report: Chinese version of Falcon 9 fails; Artemis depends on rapid heavy lift

Access to space is becoming increasingly strategic and essential for future missions.
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from24/7 Wall St.
1 week ago

FLY vs. Rocket Lab: Which Stock Has the Fuel to Break Orbit?

Increased interest in space exploration is driving investor focus on companies like SpaceX and others in the industry.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Modern heroes and a ravaged Earth: reboot of 1950s space comic Dan Dare has liftoff

I kind of daydreamed what it would be like to have a modern Dan Dare. That resulted in me emailing the Dan Dare Corporation asking if I could pitch a new Dan Dare graphic novel series. They said yes.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Guardian view on Artemis II: the light and dark sides of the moon | Editorial

Earth provides everything we need, highlighting the importance of appreciating our home amidst the advancements in space exploration.
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