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The Odyssey spacecraft, set for the fourth human mission to Mars, has successfully tested its innovative lithium-plasma engine, promising an efficient journey.
The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission marked a significant milestone by ringing the closing bell at Nasdaq, highlighting the intersection of space exploration and finance.
This summer, NASA invites everyone to engage with a variety of STEM activities designed to inspire creativity and exploration. Whether indoors or outdoors, there are numerous opportunities to learn.
In a significant move, Trump has nominated Schiess, a seasoned space operator, to take over as the chief of the Space Force, succeeding Gen. Chance Saltzman.
NASA is making strides in its efforts to send humans to Mars by testing a new high-powered thruster designed for deep space travel.
Tropical Cyclone Maila has caused heavy rains leading to a deadly landslide in East New Britain, Papua New Guinea, highlighting the impact of severe weather events.
The NISAR mission, a collaboration between NASA and ISRO, has unveiled concerning subsidence patterns in Mexico City, one of the fastest sinking cities globally.
The U.S. Space Force is set to conduct experiments using K2 satellites to explore laser communications aimed at enhancing missile defense capabilities.
Singapore's SpaceComputer is gearing up for a significant on-orbit test of its distributed computing technology, aiming to advance secure computing in space.
The DAMPE satellite has provided new data suggesting that cosmic rays exhibit a spectral break around 15 teravolts, continuing to challenge our understanding of these mysterious particles.
The Pentagon has decided to cancel the Next-Generation OPIR Polar satellite program, opting to explore alternatives in low and medium Earth orbit for missile warning capabilities.
On April 23, 2026, Jordan will officially join the Artemis Accords during a ceremony at NASA Headquarters, with key officials in attendance.
European space startups are increasingly attracting venture capital, but U.S. investors remain the primary source of funding for private-led growth rounds.
On April 15, 2026, the team behind NASA's Mars Odyssey orbiter celebrated a significant milestone, commemorating 25 years since the spacecraft's launch on April 7, 2001.
The Goddard Visitor Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, has marked its 50th anniversary, continuing to engage visitors with exhibits and programs about NASA's history and ongoing missions.
With urban congestion on the rise, NASA is exploring the potential for prioritizing drones in emergency situations, aiming to enhance response times and integrate them into current traffic systems.
On April 30, a House appropriations subcommittee advanced a bill that keeps NASA funding at 2026 levels, turning down a significant 23% cut suggested by the White House.
On April 30, 2026, Europe's Ariane 6 rocket launched 32 satellites into orbit for Amazon's internet constellation, aiming to challenge the dominance of Starlink.
The Canadian Space Agency has decided to terminate its contract with Spire Global, which was intended for the development of satellites to monitor wildfires.
Research conducted in remote locations like Alaska and Wyoming is enhancing our understanding of how to locate hidden glaciers on Mars, which could be crucial for future missions.