NASA’s Perseverance Mars rover presses on with its scientific endeavors, undeterred by the uncertainty shrouding the Mars Sample Return (MSR) mission. As the rover ascends out of Jezero Crater, where it has been exploring for nearly five years, project officials confirm that Perseverance ___ in excellent condition, with a long-term operational capacity that promises to […]

As the festive season drew to a close, a pressing concern emerged for households that had unwrapped ‘smart’ gadgets on Christmas morning. The government issued a stern warning, urging individuals to take immediate action to safeguard their devices from the ever-present threat of cyber attacks. This cautionary message follows a thorough analysis of millions of […]

Information column from The Mercury News: In the realm of video games, a peculiar phenomenon has emerged. The proliferation of artificial intelligence in game development has inadvertently fueled a craving for authenticity. Players yearn for creations born from human ingenuity, crafted with passion and dedication. This sentiment is reflected in the top games of 2025, […]

Published by GovCon Wire: In a strategic move to bolster its national security endeavors, Blue Origin has appointed Tory Bruno as president of national security, tasked with spearheading a newly formed national security group. This development comes on the heels of Bruno’s departure as president and CEO of United Launch Alliance (ULA), where he spent […]

In a notable achievement, SpaceX successfully launched 27 Starlink satellites into orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The launch, which took place at Space Launch Complex 4 East, was marked by the 550th Falcon 9 booster landing, a testament to the company’s reusable rocket technology. The mission, however, was not without its hiccups. […]

As the celestial calendar ticks closer to April 13, 2029, the anticipated close Earth flyby of asteroid 99942 Apophis has scientists re-examining their understanding of small objects navigating the solar system. Recent observations of the interstellar object 3I → ATLAS have yielded intriguing data, sparking new questions about the behavior of these tiny, enigmatic bodies. […]

The White House’s recent announcement to dismantle the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder, Colorado, has sparked concern among scientists and experts in the field of space research. According to sources, including SpaceNews, the decision was made to address what the Office of Management and Budget director Russell Vought described as the “largest […]

Staff inbox at primetimer.com: A recent study, reported by Universe Today, has statistically validated five transiting planets orbiting M-dwarf stars, assessing their ability to retain gaseous envelopes. The research, which focused on planets discovered by the Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS), confirmed the existence of these planets through extensive follow-up observations. The study highlights two […]

First seen in cnn.com: On a sweltering summer evening in 1952, the skies above Washington D. C. transformed into a high-stakes arena, as US fighter jets scrambled to intercept mysterious objects hovering around the White House and Pentagon. Lt. William L. Patterson of the 142nd Fighter Interceptor Squadron was among the pilots who received the […]