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- 1NASA unveils $20 billion moon base strategy●NASA unveils ambitious $20 billion moon base strategy: What to know
NASA has announced a strategy for establishing a permanent moon base, with an estimated price tag of $20 billion. The plan outlines infrastructure for sustained human presence on the lunar surface, building on the Artemis programme. Coverage is focused on what the base would involve, how it would be funded, and what it means for future crewed missions to the Moon and eventually Mars.
- 2SpaceX's Starship rocket to attempt first orbital launch Sept. 28●SpaceX's Starship megarocket launching to orbit for 1st time ever on Sept. 28: Watch it live
SpaceX is targeting Sept. 28 for the first-ever orbital flight of its Starship megarocket, with the launch available to watch live. Starship is the most powerful rocket ever built and is central to NASA's plans to return astronauts to the Moon. The historic debut attempt is drawing broad attention from space fans and industry watchers worldwide.
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NASA's Mars Sample Return mission, intended to bring rocks collected by the Perseverance rover back to Earth, has reportedly been cancelled, according to a report in Science. The long-troubled program had faced ballooning costs and schedule delays, and its demise would mark a major setback for planetary science and the search for signs of ancient life on Mars.
- 4Artemis II prepares for first crewed moon mission in 50 years▼Artemis II's moon mission is the 1st in more than 50 years. Why did it take the US so long to return?
NASA's Artemis II mission is set to return astronauts to the Moon for the first time since Apollo 17 in 1972, prompting questions about why the gap lasted more than five decades. Commentators point to shifting political priorities, soaring costs, and the cancellation of earlier programs like Constellation as reasons the US pause extended so long.
- 5SpaceX Readies Starship's First Orbital Flight Test▼SpaceX Planned Starship’s First Orbital Flight to Test Its Critical Systems
SpaceX planned the first orbital flight of its Starship to test the rocket's critical systems, including engines, heat shield and stage separation, under real flight conditions. The test is seen as a key milestone in the vehicle's development for deep-space missions, and observers are closely watching how the ambitious launch program progresses.
- 6NASA's Artemis II moon mission: what to know●What to know about NASA's Artemis II moon mission including how to watch, who are the astronauts
NASA's Artemis II mission is set to return astronauts to the Moon for the first time in more than 50 years, and coverage is focusing on the crew, launch timing, and how to watch the flight. Outlets are profiling the four astronauts who will fly around the Moon on the Orion spacecraft, a key step before a future lunar landing under the Artemis program.
- 7SpaceX Aims for Three Starship Flights in Five Weeks●SpaceX Is Aiming for 3 Starship Flights in 5 Weeks?!
SpaceX is reportedly targeting an aggressive launch cadence for its Starship program, with three flights planned within roughly five weeks. Space commentators note the schedule would mark a major step up in testing pace for the vehicle, which SpaceX needs to fly repeatedly to prove reusability and meet timelines for NASA's Moon landings. Observers are weighing whether the company can realistically achieve such a rapid turnaround between launches.
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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.
- 9Webb telescope releases huge image hiding record-breaking stars▼James Webb telescope shares one of its biggest images ever, with record-breaking stars hiding in the dust — Space photo of the week
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has released one of the largest images of its mission, capturing a vast field of dust in which record-breaking stars are embedded. The observation showcases the telescope's ability to peer through obscuring dust and spot stellar objects previously hidden from view, underlining its role in pushing the boundaries of astronomy.
- 10SpaceX's Starship Rocket Heads To Orbit With Much At Stake▼SpaceX’s Starship Rocket Is Heading To Orbit–With A Lot On The Line
SpaceX is launching its Starship rocket toward orbit in a high-stakes test flight. The mission is a critical milestone for the company's most powerful rocket, with major implications for future deep-space ambitions and NASA plans. Observers are watching closely to see whether the vehicle can reach orbit and demonstrate the capabilities SpaceX has been developing.
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Jared Isaacman, the billionaire entrepreneur and private astronaut nominated to lead NASA, spoke about the agency's direction at a Wall Street Journal event, discussing what he calls a new era for the space agency. The remarks drew wide attention amid debate over commercial space partnerships, lunar and Mars ambitions, and the future of NASA's leadership under his potential tenure.
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The US Federal Aviation Administration has cleared SpaceX to proceed with the 14th flight of its Starship rocket. The regulator's approval removes the last major hurdle for the next test launch from SpaceX's Texas facilities. Starship is central to NASA's lunar landing plans and Elon Musk's ambitions for deep-space travel, and each flight test draws close attention from space watchers and industry analysts.
- 13SpaceX's Starship nears make-or-break orbital test flight▼Will SpaceX's Starship finally make it to orbit? We're about to find out
SpaceX is preparing for a Starship test flight that could see the massive rocket reach orbit for the first time. The upcoming launch is being closely watched, as previous attempts ended before completing a full orbital demonstration. A successful flight would mark a major milestone for SpaceX's plans for deep space missions and for NASA's lunar ambitions.
- 14Odds of being hit by falling space junk are rising●"For now, people are more likely to be struck by lightning than by falling space junk. But those odds are shifting. Sean
Experts, including former NASA administrator Sean O'Keefe, warn that while a person is still more likely to be struck by lightning than by falling space debris, the odds are shifting as more objects re-enter the atmosphere. They argue governments and companies should be required to use materials that fully burn up on re-entry to reduce the risk.
- 15NASA's Nancy Grace Roman telescope begins transmitting data to Earth●Teleskop Nancy Grace Roman już przesyła dane na Ziemię, choć regularne obserwacje naukowe dopiero przed nim. Teraz NASA
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is already sending data to Earth even though its regular scientific observations have not yet started. NASA has been testing whether ground stations can handle the data downloads once the telescope begins full operations. The trials involved ground stations from three space agencies, including Japan's JAXA, as preparations continue ahead of the mission's science phase.
- 16SpaceX's Starship Flight 14 Mission Revealed●Starship’s Biggest Flight Yet: Flight 14 Mission Revealed | Starship Update
SpaceX's Starship Flight 14 is set to be its most ambitious test flight yet, with the mission profile now revealed in a new update from NASASpaceflight. The flight is expected to push the rocket further than previous tests as SpaceX continues its rapid iteration program. Space enthusiasts are closely following each Starship launch, given its central role in NASA's Artemis moon plans and Mars ambitions.
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SpaceX is conducting another crewed launch, with multiple news outlets reporting on the mission under the headline 'SpaceX Crew Launch'. The reports confirm a crew mission is taking place but provided snippets contain no further details on the crew, destination, or launch date. Readers are following the story as part of ongoing interest in the company's regular human spaceflight operations for NASA.
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NASA says it is making progress toward Artemis III, the mission intended to return astronauts to the surface of the Moon. The Artemis program aims to land the first crew near the lunar south pole, and each step of preparation draws attention as the agency works toward its target launch window. Observers continue to watch for updates on the timeline and hardware milestones.
- 19Nasa scientists chase rare solar eclipse●Why these Nasa scientists are chasing a rare solar eclipse | BBC News
Nasa scientists are travelling to observe a rare solar eclipse, according to BBC News. Eclipses offer researchers a brief window to study the Sun's corona and test instruments that cannot gather this data at any other time. Teams often deploy to remote viewing paths for just minutes of totality, making each event a costly, carefully planned scientific operation drawing public curiosity.
- 20Core 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.
- 21Perseverance rover finds Mars crater held more than a lake●Perseverance discovers Mars crater was more than just an ancient lake
NASA's Perseverance rover has found that Jezero Crater on Mars was more than just an ancient lake, according to new findings from the mission. The discovery adds to evidence that the crater, formed billions of years ago, hosted a more complex watery environment than scientists previously understood, with implications for the search for signs of past life on the red planet.
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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.
- 23Crew-13 Arrives at Kennedy Space Center for ISS Mission▼Crew-13 Arrives at KSC for Oct. 1 ISS Launch
NASA's Crew-13 astronauts have arrived at Kennedy Space Center in Florida ahead of their launch to the International Space Station, targeted for October 1. The crew will travel to the orbital outpost as part of NASA's ongoing commercial crew rotation program. Arrival at the launch site marks the final stage of pre-flight preparations, including training reviews and vehicle checks with SpaceX hardware.
- 24Nasal spray offers pain relief for children in emergency departments▼Nasal spray brings pain relief for children treated in the emergency department
A nasal spray delivering pain relief to children treated in hospital emergency departments is drawing attention in medical news. The approach could offer a needle-free way to manage pain in young patients, a long-standing challenge in emergency care where children often struggle with injections or intravenous lines. Clinicians and parents alike are following the development closely.
- 25Florida-born NASA astronaut ready for launch to ISS▼From DeBary to space: Florida-born NASA astronaut ready for launch to ISS
A NASA astronaut born in DeBary, Florida is preparing for an upcoming launch to the International Space Station. Local outlets in Florida are covering the story, framing it as a hometown-to-orbit moment as launch preparations continue ahead of the mission to the space station.
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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.
- 27Space Stocks Stabilize After Rough July as Musk Backs NASA Moon Plans▼SPCX, ASTS, RKLB Find A Floor After Brutal July: Elon Musk Says NASA’s Moon Base Vision ‘Will Happen’
Space-related stocks including SpaceX-linked names, AST SpaceMobile and Rocket Lab found a floor after a difficult July of trading. Attention turned to Elon Musk's comment endorsing NASA's vision of a permanent Moon base, which he said 'will happen'. Investors are watching whether renewed Moon ambitions and Musk's remarks can restore confidence in the space sector after weeks of heavy selling.
- 28Private spacecraft burns up after failed NASA telescope rescue▼Private spacecraft burns up in Earth's atmosphere after failing to rescue aging NASA telescope
A private spacecraft sent to service or boost an aging NASA telescope failed in its mission and has burned up in Earth's atmosphere. The attempt, which would have extended the observatory's life, ended without a rescue, raising questions about the telescope's future and the risks of commercial deep-space servicing missions.
- 29NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 astronauts arrive in Florida ahead of ISS launch▼NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 astronauts arrive in Florida ahead of launch to ISS
The astronauts assigned to NASA's SpaceX Crew-13 mission have arrived in Florida ahead of their upcoming launch to the International Space Station. Their arrival marks the final pre-launch phase, with the crew expected to undergo quarantine, training and mission reviews before flying to the orbiting laboratory on a SpaceX spacecraft.
- 30Hubble spots spiral galaxy spinning two ways at once▼NASA's Hubble sees an exotic spiral galaxy spinning two ways at once
NASA's Hubble Space Telescope has observed an exotic spiral galaxy that appears to be rotating in two opposite directions at the same time. The rare finding, reported by NASA and covered by outlets including Mashable, offers astronomers an unusual case study in galactic dynamics and may prompt further research into how such counter-rotating structures form.
- 31Record-setting astronauts take on new NASA roles▼Two astronauts who flew farther than anyone before are taking new NASA roles
The two NASA astronauts who travelled farther from Earth than any humans before them are moving into new roles at the space agency. The pair set the distance record during their mission, and both are now taking on fresh positions within NASA as their flight careers enter a new chapter.
- 32Astronaut Kayla Barron to command second space mission●Richland astronaut Kayla Barron to command second space mission
NASA astronaut Kayla Barron, who grew up in Richland, Washington, has been selected to command her second space mission. The announcement is drawing attention in her hometown and among space watchers, as commanding a crewed flight marks a significant career milestone for the former Navy officer and 2017 NASA astronaut class member.
- 33NASA'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.
- 34NASA and IBM AI improves lunar ice detection by 22%▼NASA And IBM’s AI Spots Lunar Ice With 22% Better Accuracy
NASA and IBM have developed an artificial intelligence system that detects ice on the Moon with 22% better accuracy than previous methods. Finding lunar ice is considered key to future crewed missions, since it could provide drinking water, oxygen and rocket fuel. The announcement is drawing attention from space and technology observers tracking progress toward a sustained human presence on the Moon.
- 35NASA's Roman Space Telescope sees starlight for the first time▼NASA’s new Roman Space Telescope sees starlight for the first time
NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has captured starlight for the first time, a key early test of its optics and instruments. The milestone marks progress for the wide-field observatory designed to survey vast stretches of the sky, study dark energy and hunt for exoplanets as it moves toward full science operations.
- 36Cartwheel Galaxy: a spectacular remnant of a cosmic collision●La galaxie de la Roue de Chariot, spectaculaire vestige d’une collision cosmique [vidéo] https:// 2tout2rien.fr/voyage-v
The Cartwheel Galaxy, a ring-shaped galaxy formed after a violent collision with a smaller galaxy, is drawing attention in a French-language post showcasing imagery of the structure. The galaxy's striking wheel-like shape, produced by the impact's expanding rings of star formation, has previously been captured in detail by the James Webb Space Telescope and other NASA and ESA observatories.
- 37NASA'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.
- 38Crew-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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SpaceX has completed the launch rehearsal for Starship Flight 14, the next test flight of its giant rocket system. The wet dress rehearsal puts the full launch sequence through its paces ahead of liftoff from Starbase, Texas. It is another step in SpaceX's rapid testing campaign for the Starship program, which is central to NASA's lunar landing plans and the company's deep-space ambitions.
- 40Six Actors Join Prime Video NASA Drama The Challenger▼The Challenger: Six Join Cast of NASA Drama Series on Prime Video
Six actors have joined the cast of The Challenger, an upcoming drama series about NASA's space shuttle program, for Prime Video. The casting news adds momentum to the streaming series, which will dramatize the story surrounding the 1986 Challenger disaster. Further details about the actors' roles and a release date have not yet been announced.