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SpaceX Fires Up World's Largest Rocket, Starship, for Crucial Flight
A successful static fire test brings the massive space vehicle closer to its next orbital launch, vital for humanity's return to the Moon.
Artemis II Astronauts Exceed Expectations with Stunning Lunar Photography
The Artemis II crew surpassed their own photography instructors' expectations. They captured astounding images during their historic journey around the Moon.
NASA earns 7 nominations for the 2025 Webby Awards
The space agency is recognized across video, podcasts, social media, and immersive experiences for its science communication efforts.
Official Artemis II wallpapers now available for free
NASA released high-resolution Artemis II mission images as free mobile wallpapers for iPhone and Android. The photos feature the Moon, Earth, and eclipses captured from the Orion spacecraft.
Artemis II's "Rise" Plushie: The Freelancers Powering NASA's Mission
The viral "Rise" plushie, a zero-gravity indicator for NASA's Artemis II mission, holds a deeper story. Behind its popularity, a team of talented freelancers made its creation and impact possible.
Artemis II: The Mission Launching a Trillion-Dollar Space Economy
NASA's upcoming crewed mission is far more than just a trip to the Moon. Artemis II is the catalyst for a new economic era, solidifying our status as a space-faring species.
Worms in Space: Unlocking Astronaut Health for Future Moon Missions
A UK scientific team sent microscopic worms to the International Space Station. They aim to understand how to protect human health in deep space.
James Webb Delivers Bad News for TRAPPIST-1, But Hope Remains
New observations from the James Webb Space Telescope suggest two rocky planets in the TRAPPIST-1 system lack atmospheres, a crucial finding for the search for life.
Apple Under Scrutiny: Security Flaws, Repairability, and a Peculiar Bug
This week, the tech community discussed Apple Intelligence vulnerabilities, the low repairability of its devices, and a peculiar macOS error.
NASA Sets Sights on Artemis III for 2027: The Next Lunar Leap
Following Artemis II's successful return, the U.S. space agency is accelerating preparations for the mission aiming to establish a lasting human presence on the Moon.
Northrop Grumman CRS-24 Mission: A Critical Boost for Science on the International Space Station
Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft, propelled by a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, has begun its journey to the International Space Station, carrying over 11,000 pounds of vital supplies and cutting-edge scientific experiments. This CRS-24 mission promises to significantly advance key areas of space and terrestrial research.
How Long Until Humans Return to the Moon? NASA's Artemis Plan After Artemis II
Following the success of Artemis II, NASA has adjusted its timeline for human return to the Moon. Artemis III will focus on critical tests, postponing the crewed lunar landing to Artemis IV in 2028.