Science Can Solar System Planetary Projector review

Space News - 7 August, 2025 - 16:00
A solar system model with a small projector built in, the Science Can Solar System Planetary Projector is a great educational tool for kids.

A blood moon is coming: Here's what you need to know about the total lunar eclipse on Sept. 7

Space News - 7 August, 2025 - 15:00
Start preparing now to catch next month's dramatic total lunar eclipse.

Has 'Strange New Worlds' just unleashed 'Star Trek's scariest aliens since the Borg?

Space News - 7 August, 2025 - 15:00
They don't yet have a name, but "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds"'s latest foes have surely beamed in from a horror movie.

Canon's entry-level full-frame camera —now $380 cheaper ahead of the peak of the Perseid meteor shower

Space News - 7 August, 2025 - 14:49
The powerhouse R8 is ideal for astrophotography, and is already a brilliant budget performer, now even better at this price, with a Canon lens included.

Northern lights may be visible in these 18 states tonight

Space News - 7 August, 2025 - 14:35
Auroras may be visible from Alaska to Illinois as an incoming solar storm could spark geomagnetic storm conditions overnight.

Planetarium celebrates 1st images from Vera Rubin Observatory | Space photo of the day for Aug. 7, 2025

Space News - 7 August, 2025 - 14:00
The Prague Planetarium hosted a first-watch party to unveil the first images captured by the Vera Rubin Observatory

Veeniix V11PRO drone review

Space News - 7 August, 2025 - 13:00
The Veeniix V11PRO is a larger and more powerful beginner drone offering up to 8K photos and 4K videos at 30 FPS alongside useful features and simple operation.

Falcon 9 rocket launching Amazon internet satellites on SpaceX's 100th mission of the year Aug. 8: Watch it live

Space News - 7 August, 2025 - 12:00
SpaceX will launch a batch of Amazon's Project Kuiper broadband satellites Friday morning (Aug. 8). It will be the 100th liftoff of the year already for Elon Musk's company.

Spain Rules Out F-35, Looks Instead To European Alternatives

Aviation News - 7 August, 2025 - 09:08

Spain has formally rejected theLockheed Martin F-35 Lightning II for its Air and Space Force and the Spanish Navy. As per Breaking Defense, the nation is instead focusing on European alternatives for the future of its air defense fleet. This comes as Spain has pledged to invest 85% of its defense budget into European products, which was viewed as incompatible with purchasing the American-made jet, as per The Aviationist.

Air Canada Flight Attendants Could Strike As Early As Next Week

Aviation News - 7 August, 2025 - 07:17

CTV News is reporting that Air Canada flight attendants are preparing to strike. Represented by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE), 99.7% of the over 10,000 flight attendants employed by Air Canada andAir Canada Rouge voted in favor of a strike mandate. The nearly unanimous vote signals long-standing frustration with negotiations and working rules.

Watch SpaceX's Crew-10 astronauts head home to Earth Aug. 8

Space News - 7 August, 2025 - 06:05
SpaceX's Crew-10 astronauts will leave the International Space Station and head home to Earth on Friday (Aug. 8), and you can watch the action live.

Unknown Elevator Trim Issue Forces American Airlines Boeing 737 MAX 8 Diversion To Philadelphia

Aviation News - 7 August, 2025 - 05:50

On Sunday, a Boeing 737 MAX 8 operated by American Airlines experienced vibrations from its control surfaces as it was climbing out LaGuardia Airport (LGA) near New York City. The aircrew decided to divert to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) instead of continuing to their originally scheduled destination of Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT).

Embraer Remains Optimistic In Securing E2 Orders From US Carriers Despite Ongoing Tariffs

Aviation News - 7 August, 2025 - 04:13

Embraer was spared from the 50% tariffs proposed by Donald Trump’s administration against all Brazilian import good to the United States. The aircraft and products of the world’s third largest aircraft producer still face a 10% customs tax when sold in the US.

Astronaut Butch Wilmore retires from NASA after 25 years

Space News - 7 August, 2025 - 00:00
Astronaut Barry "Butch" Wilmore is leaving NASA after a quarter-century of service. Wilmore spent a total of 464 days off Earth during his three spaceflights.

Farewell R2-D2: ANA Retires Star Wars Themed Boeing 787 Livery

Aviation News - 6 August, 2025 - 23:05

It was ten years ago thatAll Nippon Airways (ANA) launched its Star Wars Project, a tie-up with the famous movie franchise. Over time, it launched four aircraft with special Star Wars liveries, with perhaps the most famous being the Boeing 787-9 with a stunning R2-D2 livery. After a decade of entertaining millions of Star Wars fans and aviation enthusiasts alike, that special livery is taking its final flight today.

Quantum physics protects videos from prying eyes and tampering

Space News - 6 August, 2025 - 23:00
Today's encryption works well, until tomorrow's quantum computers arrive.

UK launching new rocket engine test lab on picturesque peninsula immortalized by Paul McCartney song

Space News - 6 August, 2025 - 22:00
A picturesque Scottish peninsula immortalized in a hit Paul McCartney song from the 1970s will host a new U.K. rocket development hub.

Vulcan Centaur rocket to launch 1st national security mission on Aug. 12

Space News - 6 August, 2025 - 21:00
United Launch Alliance's new Vulcan Centaur rocket will launch its first-ever national security mission on Aug. 12, if all goes according to plan.

'We want to get there first and claim that for America': NASA chief explains push for nuclear reactor on the moon (video)

Space News - 6 August, 2025 - 20:06
Interim NASA Administrator Sean Duffy says his plan to put a nuclear reactor on the moon is part of his plain to "get there first and claim that for America."

Alaska Airlines Will Begin The Longest Boeing 737 MAX Flights Ever Operated By A US Carrier

Aviation News - 6 August, 2025 - 20:05

You may know by now that Alaska Airlines will begin its first—and probably only—narrowbody service to Europe next May. The oneworld member will lift off from Seattle (by far its top airport) to Keflavik, using the Boeing 737 MAX 8. No seat-back TVs will be available, but passengers may stream entertainment to their handheld devices.

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