Published by cnn.com: NASA Astronauts Prepare for Historic Journey Around the Moon In a monumental leap towards reestablishing a human presence in space, NASA’s Artemis program is poised to launch its first crewed flight, Artemis II, as early as February 2026. This ambitious mission marks a significant milestone in the quest to return American astronauts […]

On a winter evening in California, a Falcon 9 rocket pierced the night sky, carrying an Italian Earth-observing satellite into orbit. The launch occurred at 9:09 p. m. EST on January 2, 2026, marking the first mission of the year for SpaceX. The rocket’s first stage successfully landed back at Vandenberg Space Force Base approximately […]

In the vast expanse of space, a recent celestial event unfolded, captivating the attention of astronomers and the general public alike. An asteroid, designated as 2025 TF, made a remarkably close approach to Earth, passing approximately 186 miles (300 km) from the planet’s surface. This near encounter, which occurred at a distance of merely 200 […]

The landscape of space science is undergoing a profound transformation. Agencies are increasingly relying on smaller, more agile missions and private partners to drive innovation and exploration. A prime example of this shift is NASA’s ESCAPADE mission, which has been years in the making, with a series of delays and redesigns. ESCAPADE is part of […]

On January 1, 1801, Giuseppe Piazzi, a Sicilian astronomer, made a groundbreaking discovery – the dwarf planet Ceres. At the time, Ceres was considered a planet, orbiting the sun between Mars and Jupiter. Piazzi’s finding sparked excitement, but as more objects were discovered in the same region over the next few decades, Ceres and its […]

In a groundbreaking development, researchers at the City University of Hong Kong have successfully engineered robotic skin that mimics human-like sensations, including pain and reflexes. This innovative technology, dubbed neuromorphic robotic e-skin (NRE-skin), enables robots to detect and respond to various stimuli with unprecedented precision. The NRE-skin features a hierarchical, neural-inspired architecture that allows for […]

In the vast expanse of the “Einstein Desert,” a region of space where free-floating planets roam, a recent microlensing event has led to the discovery of a Saturn-sized planet. This phenomenon occurs when a celestial ___ passes between Earth and a distant star, creating a gravitational lens that distorts the star’s light, causing it to […]

The Vatican, a bastion of tradition, now finds itself at the precipice of a revolution. In May 2025, the white smoke emanating from the Sistine Chapel signaled the election of Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pontiff in history. This marked a new era of openness, one that would soon be tested by the uncharted […]

Review by Forbes: Several space science and technology breakthroughs are expected to shape 2026. Advancements in reusable rockets will continue to transform space travel. Low Earth orbit satellite constellations are now fully operational, enabling widespread connectivity. Direct-to-device connectivity is also emerging, with telecom operators competing to launch voice and data services. Human spaceflight has become […]