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NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission has landed at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida, according to the space agency. The crew's return marks the end of another rotational mission to the International Space Station conducted with SpaceX. Details on the landing time, crew members and mission milestones were not included in the available information.
- 2Climate Tech Investors Shift Focus to Powering AI Data Centers▼Climate Tech VCs Zero In on Powering AI Instead of Cutting Carbon Emissions
Climate tech venture capitalists are redirecting their investments toward companies that supply power for artificial intelligence, a shift away from their original mission of cutting carbon emissions, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The move reflects how surging electricity demand from AI data centers has made energy supply a more immediate investment opportunity than emissions reduction technologies.
- 3CDC 'Zombified' by Cuts, Struggles on Science Mission▼‘Zombified’ C.D.C., Hobbled by Cuts, Struggles to Fulfill Scientific Mission
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has lost roughly a third of its staff and much of its independence under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and his allies, The New York Times reports. The agency is described as 'zombified', struggling to carry out its scientific mission as political control tightens and budget and personnel cuts take hold, raising alarms about the future of US public health leadership.
- 4Core rocket for Artemis III moon mission arrives at Kennedy Space Center●Core rocket for upcoming Artemis III mission arrives at Kennedy Space Center
The core stage rocket for NASA's upcoming Artemis III mission has arrived at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The delivery marks a key step in preparing for the crewed lunar landing mission, and coverage is highlighting progress on NASA's effort to return astronauts to the moon. Observers are watching hardware milestones closely given past schedule delays for the Artemis programme.
- 5NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 arrives at Kennedy Space Center▼WATCH LIVE: NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 arrives at Kennedy Space Center
NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 astronauts have arrived at Kennedy Space Center in Florida ahead of their upcoming mission to the International Space Station. The crew's arrival was covered live by Fox News and Fox Business. The pre-flight milestone marks the next step in preparations for the launch of the latest NASA-SpaceX crew rotation mission.
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NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission is on its way to the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, a step in preparations for the crew's upcoming flight to the International Space Station. The mission is part of NASA's ongoing partnership with SpaceX under the Commercial Crew Program, which regularly rotates astronauts to and from the orbiting laboratory.
- 7NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 astronauts arrive at Kennedy Space Center▼WATCH LIVE: NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13 Astronauts arrive at Kennedy Space Center
The astronauts assigned to NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission have arrived at Kennedy Space Center in Florida ahead of their upcoming launch to the International Space Station. Local coverage is streaming the arrival live as the crew settles in for final pre-launch preparations. The mission continues NASA's partnership with SpaceX, which has been flying rotational crew missions to the orbiting laboratory since 2020.
- 8CDC Staffers Say Cuts and Politics Are Hurting the Agency●Staffers Say Cuts, Politics Hinder CDC's Mission
Staff members at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say budget cuts and political interference are hindering the agency's ability to carry out its public health mission, according to a report circulating in US news outlets. The claims add to ongoing debate over the state of America's leading health agency.
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The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is facing turmoil under Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., with observers describing the agency as struggling to carry out its public health mission. Commenters point to leadership upheaval and policy shifts as sources of concern about the agency's future effectiveness.
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NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13 astronauts have arrived at Kennedy Space Center in Florida ahead of their upcoming mission to the International Space Station. The crew’s arrival marks a standard pre-launch milestone, as astronauts typically quarantine and complete final training at the Florida facility in the weeks before liftoff on a SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft.
- 11Crew-13 astronauts arrive at Kennedy Space Center●CREW-13 ARRIVES AT KSC, Sept 26, 2026, KSC, 1:00 pm ET
The four astronauts assigned to NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission have arrived at Kennedy Space Center in Florida ahead of their launch to the International Space Station. Arrival at KSC roughly one to two weeks before liftoff is standard procedure, allowing the crew to complete final training, quarantine and preflight checks as SpaceX readies the Dragon spacecraft and Falcon 9 rocket.
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SpaceX launched a Falcon Heavy rocket carrying the NROL-97 mission for the US National Reconnaissance Office from Kennedy Space Center in Florida. The classified payload's purpose has not been disclosed, consistent with standard practice for national security launches. The mission highlights the growing role of commercial launch providers in delivering US government spy satellites into orbit.
- 13Crew-13 astronauts arrive at Kennedy Space Center ahead of launch▼Crew-13 arrives at Kennedy Space Center before big launch
The astronauts of NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission have arrived at Kennedy Space Center in Florida ahead of their upcoming launch to the International Space Station. The crew's arrival marks the final pre-launch preparations, with final checks and training underway. Coverage is drawing attention to the mission as the next rotation of astronauts heads to orbit aboard a SpaceX Dragon capsule.
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A report says Ukraine has ordered 590,000 drones for 2026, with interceptor drones — designed to shoot down enemy drones and missiles — making up the largest share. The figure highlights how central unmanned systems have become to Ukraine's war effort against Russia, both for strike missions and air defense. Discussion centers on the scale of procurement and the growing emphasis on countering Russian drone attacks, though details beyond the headline are limited in the available coverage.
- 15NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 to Arrive Saturday at Kennedy Space Center●NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13 Set for Saturday Arrival at NASA Kennedy
NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission is set to arrive at NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Saturday. The crewed mission, flown aboard a SpaceX spacecraft, marks another routine rotation flight in NASA's commercial crew program. Coverage so far is limited to the agency's own announcement, with little public reaction or additional detail available about the crew, launch timing, or mission objectives.
- 16Crew-13 arrives at Kennedy Space Center ahead of Oct. 1 launch●Crew-13 lands at Kennedy as the Oct. 1 countdown begins
The Crew-13 astronauts have landed at Kennedy Space Center in Florida as preparations intensify for a targeted October 1 launch. Their arrival puts the mission into final countdown mode, with preflight checkouts, training and rehearsals underway at the spaceport. The crewed mission is set to continue rotational flights to the International Space Station, and attention now turns to whether the launch date holds.
- 17Florida Tech students simulate life on Mars▼'You're on your own': Florida Tech students live like astronauts on "Mars" mission
Students at Florida Tech are taking part in a simulated Mars mission, living as astronauts would on the red planet with limited outside support. Participants describe the experience with the warning 'you're on your own', reflecting the isolation and self-reliance the simulation demands. The project highlights growing student involvement in space exploration research as Florida continues to position itself at the center of the aerospace industry.
- 18San Antonio leaders weigh Methodist trauma center bid against BAMC mission▼As Methodist Healthcare seeks new trauma center, city leaders want to protect BAMC military mission
Methodist Healthcare is seeking approval for a new trauma center in San Antonio, prompting city leaders to push for safeguards protecting the military mission of Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC). Officials want to ensure expanded civilian trauma capacity does not undermine BAMC's role, which includes treating service members and burn victims. The debate highlights tensions between growing healthcare needs and preserving a key military medical institution.
- 19Artemis II tracker draws interest from UK researcher▼Fun! My Artemis II tracker, used at JSC's Science Mission Control, has caught the interest of a postdoctoral fellow in t
A developer behind an Artemis II tracking tool says the software, used at NASA's Johnson Space Center Science Mission Control, has attracted the interest of a UK-based postdoctoral researcher. The developer shared the data and wished them well with their research. The exchange highlights growing public and scientific engagement around the upcoming Artemis II lunar mission.
- 20New deep-sea robot dives nearly 15,000 feet for ocean exploration▼New deep-sea robot can dive nearly 15,000 feet for ocean exploration
A newly developed deep-sea robot capable of diving nearly 15,000 feet has been introduced, significantly expanding the range of ocean exploration technology. Operating at such depths allows researchers to study previously hard-to-reach parts of the deep ocean. Interest in the robot centers on what it could reveal about deep-sea ecosystems and resources, though detailed specifications and mission plans have not been widely reported yet.
- 21Poet Presents Debut Memoir at Mission Center Reading▼The Debut Memoir of a Poet: Book Reading and Discussion at Mission Center
A poet marked the release of their debut memoir with a book reading and discussion at the Mission Center. The event offered attendees the chance to hear excerpts from the memoir and hear the author speak about the experiences behind it. Beyond the announcement of the reading itself, few details about the book, its content, or audience reaction have been reported.
- 22Spurs and Wembanyama focused on completing their mission▼Spurs, Wembanyama driven to complete mission
The San Antonio Spurs and French star Victor Wembanyama are described as driven to complete their mission, according to NBA.com coverage. The team, built around Wembanyama since drafting him first overall in 2023, is chasing a return to contention, and discussion centers on how far the young core can push this season.
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Richard L. Wagner Jr. has been awarded Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory's 2026 Foster Medal, one of the lab's highest honors. The award recognizes distinguished contributions to the laboratory's mission, which centers on nuclear security and national defense science. Details of his specific achievements were not immediately available, but the recognition underscores his standing within the national security research community.
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Healthcare leaders are highlighting the mission-driven nature of pediatric medicine, with coverage in trade press focusing on why practitioners and hospital executives dedicate their careers to caring for children. The discussion centers on the values behind pediatric care and how that sense of purpose shapes decision-making in children's hospitals and health systems.