Artemis 1 delayed yet again, a direct image of an exoplanet from Webb, how Starlink will connect directly to phones, Voyager 1 is fixed, and the Crisis in Cosmology continues.
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Fuel leak delays NASA's Artemis 1 moon mission launch
A fuel leak forced NASA to call off its second attempt to launch the Artemis 1 moon mission on Saturday (Sept. 3).
Legendary Astronomer Frank Drake has Passed Away
Legendary astronomer Frank Drake has passed away at the age of 92. Known primarily for his Drake Equation — an estimate of the probability of intelligent extraterrestrial life — he pioneered the field of SETI, the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence, and was a noted astronomer and astrophysicist. His work and life have left an indelible mark on humanity and given hope and wonder to all our hearts.
Get 25% off a Gskyer refractor telescope, ideal for kids and beginners
Get a saving of nearly $80 on a Gskyer refractor telescope that's a more affordable model for those wanting to get into stargazing.
NASA's Artemis 1 moon rocket looks spectacular in these amazing photos
NASA's Space Launch System rocket is stunning as it waits at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida ahead of its second attempt to lift off for the milestone Artemis 1 mission.
Not just Artemis: China and Russia plan to put boots on the moon, too
China and Russia aim to build a base near the moon's south pole that could begin hosting crews by the mid-2030s.
NASA begins fueling Artemis 1 moon rocket for 2nd launch attempt
NASA began fueling its massive new rocket early Saturday (Sept. 3), setting the stage for a critical Artemis 1 test flight to the moon.
Best used DLSR cameras: save money on discounted gear
Shop used and save money by buying one of the best DSLRs for a deep camera discount when you buy preowned.
The Artemis 1 mission marks the start of a new space race to mine the moon
Artemis 1 marks the beginning of a new space race for lunar resources, and this time around, everybody wants to mine the moon.
It's not just rocket science — hidden chemistry powers moon launches and sustains life in space
Dive into the chemistry that makes launching rockets and living in space possible.
Solar Orbiter to look at Venus' magnetic field as it swings by the planet
The sun-studying Solar Orbiter spacecraft will swing by Venus on Saturday (Sept. 3) and gather bonus observations of our neighbor planet's mysterious magnetic field.
See the first quarter moon on Saturday (Sept. 3)
A week after the new moon the moon reaches its first quarter, the point at which one-half of its disk is illuminated by the sun as seen from Earth. This can be spotted during the first weekend of September 2022.
VP Kamala Harris: Artemis 1 moon mission a 'test of pure innovation'
NASA's Artemis moon program is the next giant leap for America's space program, one all Americans should be proud of, Vice President Kamala Harris said this week.
NASA's Artemis 1 moon rocket going for 2nd launch try today
NASA is counting down for its second launch attempt of the Artemis 1 moon mission. The two-hour window opens today (Sept. 3) at 2:17 p.m. EDT (1817 GMT).
Live coverage: NASA counting down to launch of Artemis 1 moon mission
Live coverage of the countdown and maiden flight of the Space Launch System on NASA’s Artemis 1 mission. Text updates will appear automatically below; there is no need to reload the page. Follow us on Twitter.
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Pulsars are Blasting out Cosmic Rays With a Million Billion Electronvolts
We are living in an exciting time, where next-generation instruments and improved methods are leading to discoveries in astronomy, astrophysics, planetary science, and cosmology. As we look farther and in greater detail into the cosmos, some of the most enduring mysteries are finally being answered. Of particular interest are cosmic rays, the tiny particles consisting of protons, atomic nuclei, or stray electrons that have been accelerated to near the speed of light. These particles represent a major hazard for astronauts venturing beyond Earth’s protective magnetic field.
Lunar demo mission to provide “stress test” for NASA’s Artemis moon program
NASA’s Orion spacecraft, with its European service module, on top of the Space Launch System moon rocket. Credit: Stephen Clark / Spaceflight Now
The first unpiloted mission for NASA’s Artemis moon program aims to prove out the most powerful rocket to ever launch from U.S. soil, and test the function of a human-rated spacecraft traveling more than 40,000 miles beyond the far side of the moon before blazing back through Earth’s atmosphere at nearly 25,000 mph.
Italian microsatellite promises orbital photo bonanza after Artemis 1 launch
Artist’s illustration of the ArgoMoon spacecraft with the SLS moon rocket’s interim cryogenic propulsion stage. Credit: ASI
Italian engineers are expecting a series of spectacular photos from a tiny satellite that will be released to fly in sync with the interim cryogenic propulsion stage that propels the Orion capsule and European service module to the moon from Earth orbit.
Giant solar sail will propel tiny spacecraft to intercept and study asteroid
Artist’s concept of the NEA Scout mission, powered by aa solar sail, approaching an asteroid. Credit: NASA
Catching a ride on Artemis 1 is a miniaturized CubeSat called NEA Scout that will use a thin, aluminum-coated solar sail about the size of a tennis court to propel it towards the smallest asteroid ever to be studied by a spacecraft.
'Star Trek' Day offers a feast for fans, including news, interviews and more
Fingers crossed there will be a brand new teaser, or trailer, or even two.
