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  Kennedy Space Center, United States (AFP) March 4, 2024 Three American astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut blasted off Sunday night from Florida for a six-month mission on the International Space Station. The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket lifted off at 10:53 pm (0353 GMT Monday) from the Kennedy Space Center, lighting up the night sky with a long, bright plume of orange flame. Just minutes after the launch, as the rocket soared over the Atlantic, it was moving at a speed of 6,000 miles per hour, NASA TV commentators said. It took about nine minutes for t ... read more |
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NASA Ends $2 Billion Satellite Refueling Project Amid ChallengesLos Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 03, 2024 NASA has announced the termination of the On-orbit Servicing, Assembly, and Manufacturing 1 (OSAM-1) project. This decision, revealed on March 1, 2024, follows nearly a decade of development and an ... more  
Japan Moon lander put to sleep after surviving lunar nightTokyo (AFP) March 2, 2024 Japan's Moon lander has been put back to sleep after it surprisingly survived the freezing, two-week lunar night, the country's space agency said, with another operation attempt scheduled for later this month. ... more 
Could fiber optic cable help scientists probe the deep layers of the moon?Albany NY (SPX) Mar 04, 2024 An increasing number of seismologists are using fiber optic cables to detect seismic waves on Earth-but how would this technology fare on the Moon, and what would it tell us about the deep layers of ... more 
NASA largely satisfied with Intuitive Machines lunar deliveries despite 'challenges'Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 04, 2024 In a significant milestone for lunar exploration, NASA has once again left its mark on the Moon, facilitated by the historic landing of Intuitive Machines' Nova-C lander, Odysseus. This event, occur ... more |
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  Tiangong Space Station's Solar Wings Restored After Spacewalk Repair by Shenzhou XVII Team  
Top 5: Space for your healthParis (ESA) Mar 04, 2024 Space has led to technological innovations with wide-ranging applications in healthcare. Beyond consumer gadgets, such as wireless headsets and scratch-resistant lenses, space exploration is a catal ... more |
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Iran launches imaging satellite from RussiaTehran (AFP) Feb 29, 2024 Iran announced on Thursday the launch of a remote sensing and imaging satellite into orbit from Russia, according to state media. ... more 
Military Leaders Say Maintaining U.S. Strategic Edge Requires Continued InvestmentWashington DC (SPX) Feb 29, 2024 Senior military officials told lawmakers today that the United States remains ready to deter strategic and space-based threats, but continued investment is critical amid increasing competition. ... more  
Northrop Grumman Selects Viasat for Defense Space Internet Integration ProjectLos Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 01, 2024 In a significant development for military satellite communications, Viasat, Inc. (NASDAQ: VSAT) has secured a contract from Northrop Grumman to participate in a pioneering U.S. Air Force Research La ... more  
SDGSAT-1 aids in identifying urban light pollution sourcesSydney, Australia (SPX) Mar 01, 2024 In a groundbreaking study, Chinese scientists have harnessed the capabilities of the science satellite SDGSAT-1 to address the challenges posed by modern illumination sources in urban environments. ... more |
  Mercury rising: Study sheds new light on ancient volcanoes' environmental impact 
Lights out for wonky US lunar lander, for nowWashington (AFP) March 1, 2024 An uncrewed American lander that became the first private spaceship on the Moon sent its final image Thursday before its power banks depleted, the company that built it said. ... more |
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To the Moon and back: NASA's Artemis II crew rehearses splashdownSan Diego (AFP) Feb 29, 2024 Their mission around the Moon is not expected until September 2025 at the earliest, but the four astronauts on NASA's Artemis II mission are already preparing for their splashdown return. ... more 
China Reports Progress on Manned Lunar Program with Development of Key TechnologiesSydney, Australia (SPX) Mar 01, 2024 The China Manned Space Agency (CMSA) recently provided an update on China's ongoing manned lunar exploration efforts, indicating steady progress toward achieving a manned moon landing before 2030. T ... more 
NASA Challenges Students to Innovate with Inflatable Technologies for Lunar MissionsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 01, 2024 This year marks a significant milestone for several college and university teams as they embark on a journey to explore, design, and demonstrate innovative inflatable systems tailored for future lun ... more  
James Webb Telescope Unveils Role of Massive Stars in Planet FormationParis, France (SPX) Mar 01, 2024 Recent observations from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have shed new light on the complex interplay between massive stars and the formation of planetary systems, offering groundbreaking insi ... more |
 
Sidus Space to Enhance Capital through Public Offering of Class A Shares and WarrantsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 01, 2024 Sidus Space, Inc. (Nasdaq: SIDU), a company known for its innovations in the space sector, has officially announced its intention to conduct a public offering of its Class A common stock. The offeri ... more 
Ice shell thickness reveals water temp on ocean worldsIthica NY (SPX) Mar 01, 2024 Decades before any probe dips a toe - and thermometer - into the waters of distant ocean worlds, Cornell astrobiologists have devised a novel way to determine ocean temperatures based on the thickne ... more  
In The Presence Of Royalty: Sols 4112-4113Pasadena CA (JPL) Mar 01, 2024 Earth planning date: Wednesday, February 28, 2024: Over the weekend Curiosity successfully drilled into 'Mineral King!' The drilling stopped a little short of the target depth, however we think ther ... more 
Depositional Processes of the Margin UnitPasadena CA (JPL) Mar 01, 2024 There has been much discussion and interest regarding the origin of the Margin unit. The Margin unit has gained interest due to the presence of carbonates and its implications for the paleoenvironme ... more |
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Bunsen Peak Piques InterestPasadena CA (JPL) Mar 01, 2024 Perseverance has continued its traverse west through the Margin unit. As the rover drives, images and data are obtained using instruments such as Mastcam-Z, Navcam, and SuperCam to track any changes ... more  
Iran launches imaging satellite through RussiaTehran (AFP) Feb 29, 2024 Russia on Thursday put into orbit an Iranian remote sensing and imaging satellite, state media said in Tehran, drawing condemnation from the United States. ... more 
Astronomers reveal a new link between water and planet formationManchester UK (SPX) Mar 01, 2024 Researchers have found water vapour in the disc around a young star exactly where planets may be forming. Water is a key ingredient for life on Earth and is also thought to play a significant ... more  
Astronomers discover heavy elements after bright gamma-ray burst from neutron star mergerClemson SC (SPX) Mar 01, 2024 An international team of astronomers - including Clemson University astrophysicist Dieter Hartmann - obtained observational evidence for the creation of rare heavy elements in the aftermath of a cat ... more |
As mission ends, US lunar lander could still 'wake' back upWashington (AFP) Feb 29, 2024 The US spacecraft that touched down on the Moon last week and is currently running on solar power will soon be "put to sleep" once lunar night kicks in, mission officials said Wednesday. ... more  
MAPHEUS 14 high-altitude research rocket takes flightKoeln, Germany (SPX) Feb 29, 2024 On 27 February 2024 at 8:27 CET the MAPHEUS 14 high-altitude research rocket, operated by the German Aerospace Center, successfully launched from the Esrange Space Center near Kiruna, Sweden. The hi ... more 
NASA and SpaceX complete docking system tests for Lunar Starship LanderLos Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 29, 2024 In a pivotal advancement for lunar exploration, NASA and SpaceX have recently concluded qualification testing for a docking system integral to the Artemis campaign's success. This campaign aims to l ... more 
Study reveals potential for life's building blocks from Mars' ancient atmosphereSendai, Japan (SPX) Feb 29, 2024 In a groundbreaking study that could redefine our understanding of life's potential on ancient Mars, scientists from Tohoku University have unveiled research indicating that organic materials discov ... more |
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US and Australia signs Space Technology Safeguards AgreementAdelaide, Australia (SPX) Feb 29, 2024 In a significant development for the global space industry, Australia and the United States have formalized a Technology Safeguards Agreement (TSA), marking a pivotal moment for both nations' space ... more  
Antaris Teams Up with Almagest and XDLINX for E-band satcomsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 29, 2024 In a groundbreaking development poised to redefine the landscape of satellite communications, Antaris, a front-runner in software platforms for space missions, has joined forces with the US-based Al ... more 
Webb Telescope reveals central role of low-mass galaxies in reionization of UniverseBeer-Sheva, Israel (SPX) Feb 29, 2024 The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), developed by NASA and ESA, has just obtained the first spectra of very low-mass galaxies less than a billion years after the Big Bang. A technological feat mad ... more 
Hold on to your atmospheres: how planet size affects atmospheric escapeWashington DC (SPX) Feb 29, 2024 Which planets are most likely to lose their atmospheres? New research finds a surprising relationship between planet size and atmospheric escape and suggests that the smallest planets aren't losing ... more |
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