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SpaceX's Crew-9 astronaut flight for NASA launches this week. Here's how it turned into a rescue mission

22 September, 2024 - 15:59
SpaceX's Crew-9 mission to the International Space Station on Sept. 26 will be a rescue mission of sorts, bringing up empty seats for two NASA astronauts currently in space without a ride home.

How Canada is preserving what remains of its iconic supersonic Avro Arrow jet

22 September, 2024 - 15:00
Canada's Avro Arrow supersonic jet was suddenly canceled in 1959, a controversial decision that benefited NASA. How is Canada preserving the few pieces of the aircraft that remain?

Watch NASA astronaut, 2 record-breaking cosmonauts head home to Earth on Sept. 23

22 September, 2024 - 14:00
A NASA astronaut and two record-setting Russian cosmonauts are set to head back to Earth on Monday (Sept. 23), and you can watch their homecoming live.

Autumnal equinox 2024 brings fall to the Northern Hemisphere today

22 September, 2024 - 12:00
The autumnal equinox brings fall to the Northern Hemisphere today as the sun passes directly over the equator at noon. But are day and night actually equal length today?

What the 1st analysis of China's Chang'e 6 lunar far side samples revealed

21 September, 2024 - 16:00
In late June, the Chang'e 6 lunar lander returned to Earth with samples of the moon. Now, the first paper about these samples has been published.

This Week In Space podcast: Episode 129 —Back From Mars!

21 September, 2024 - 14:46
On Episode 129 of This Week In Space, Rod and Tariq talk with Pascal Lee about his Mars Simulation Base in the Arctic.

NASA invites public to design Artemis moon mission navigation tech

21 September, 2024 - 14:00
NASA is seeking the public's help for innovative solutions to help Artemis astronauts navigate in and around the lunar south pole.

Moonquakes could 'pose a possible hazard' to Artemis moon missions, study finds

21 September, 2024 - 12:00
Scientists have found a group of faults near the moon's south pole that could pose seismic hazards for NASA's Artemis Program of lunar exploration that seeks to establish a presence in the region.

Boeing Space & Defense chief Ted Colbert is leaving: reports

21 September, 2024 - 00:25
Ted Colbert will no longer be CEO of Boeing Defense, Space & Security, according to media reports.

Cards Against Humanity sues SpaceX for $15 million over land dispute

20 September, 2024 - 23:36
Cards Against Humanity is suing SpaceX for $15 million because the rocket company allegedly damaged land that CAH owns.

India aims for 2028 launch of Venus orbiter as part of ambitious space roadmap

20 September, 2024 - 22:59
The Indian government has greenlit four high-profile space projects, including the highly anticipated Chandrayaan-4 moon sample return mission and the first space station module.

SpaceX practices for epic Starship booster catch attempt (photos)

20 September, 2024 - 22:00
The next test flight of SpaceX's Starship megarocket will feature an attempt to catch the vehicle's first stage with the launch tower — and the company is practicing for the big moment.

Astronaut captures stunning timelapse of Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS from ISS (video)

20 September, 2024 - 20:59
A video filmed by NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick shows a rare glimpse of Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS as seen from the International Space Station.

1st results of XRISM X-ray space telescope reveal black hole and supernova secrets

20 September, 2024 - 20:00
The first results from JAXA's XRISM X-ray telescope are out, and they reveal new features of the superheated gas around a distant supermassive black hole and a closer supernova.

Meet the SpaceX Crew-9 astronauts launching to the International Space Station Sept. 26

20 September, 2024 - 19:30
A two-person crew, instead of the usual four that fly on a SpaceX Crew Dragon, are about to launch to the International Space Station.

'Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy': How its creators pieced together a playful classic (exclusive)

20 September, 2024 - 19:00
An interview with "Lego Star wars: Rebuild the Galaxy's" Dan Hernandez and Benji Samit.

Everything we know about 'Mickey 17'

20 September, 2024 - 18:00
Bong Joon-ho's next movie, starring Robert Pattinson, is a return to sci-fi that's both dramatic and darkly comedic. Get ready for Mickey 17.

SpaceX launches 20 Starlink satellites, lands rocket at sea (video)

20 September, 2024 - 17:30
SpaceX launched yet another batch of its Starlink internet satellites to orbit today (Sept. 20), sending the spacecraft aloft from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.

SpaceX blasts proposed FAA fines in complaint letter to Congress

20 September, 2024 - 00:00
SpaceX has sent a letter to high-ranking Senate and House committee members contesting the $630,000 fine proposed by the FAA for alleged launch violations.

Europe's Mars 'fetch rover' nails sample pick-up test in the field (video)

19 September, 2024 - 22:30
Europe's Mars Sample Fetch Rover showcased its sample-picking skills in field tests for the first time this month.

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