🚀 Space

Titan Submersible Disaster: NTSB Points to Engineering Failures
October 17 @ 3:31am ET  
The Titan submersible's implosion in June 2023, killing all five aboard, was due to faulty engineering, per the NTSB. OceanGate's inadequate testing and oversight are cited as key factors in the preventable tragedy.
Cornell Engineer's Spacecraft Innovation Halted by Federal Order
October 9 @ 4:16am ET  
Mason Peck, a Cornell aerospace engineer, faced a federal stop-work order while testing innovative spacecraft designs. This halt raises concerns about the future of U.S. space technology development.
LIGO's Decade of Discovery: Celebrating 10 Years of Gravitational Waves
October 6 @ 4:01am ET  
LIGO marks 10 years since detecting gravitational waves in September 2015, confirming Einstein's theory. This milestone has transformed astronomy with ongoing discoveries.
NASA and Blue Origin Gear Up for ESCAPADE Mars Mission Launch
October 3 @ 4:01pm ET  
NASA and Blue Origin are set to launch the ESCAPADE mission to study Mars' atmosphere and solar wind interaction. The twin spacecraft aim to reveal insights into the planet's environmental history.
October 2025 Night Sky Wonders: Supermoon and Meteor Showers Unveiled
October 3 @ 4:01am ET  
October 2025 brings a stunning supermoon on October 6 and two meteor showers, the Draconids on October 8 and Orionids on October 20-21. NASA's skywatching tips highlight these events as must-see celestial wonders.
NASA's HEAT Shines Light on Sun Education This October
October 2 @ 4:01pm ET  
NASA's Heliophysics Education Activation Team (HEAT) is educating all ages about the Sun this October. From safe eclipse viewing to managing geomagnetic storms, HEAT's resources are vital.
US and Australia Forge New Space Partnership at Sydney Congress
October 2 @ 10:02am ET  
The US and Australia signed a landmark space cooperation agreement on September 30 at the IAC in Sydney. This pact, led by NASA and the Australian Space Agency, aims to boost joint efforts in aeronautics and exploration.
NASA's Legal Backbone: Key Chief Counsel Contacts Revealed
October 2 @ 4:01am ET  
NASA's legal framework is supported by key Chief Counsel across its centers. Figures like Trenton Roche at Headquarters protect the agency's innovations.
NASA's 2025 Widely Attended Gatherings: Key Space Events Unveiled
October 1 @ 4:01pm ET  
NASA has unveiled its 2025 Widely Attended Gatherings list, featuring key space events like the International Astronautical Congress. These gatherings foster collaboration while adhering to strict ethics guidelines.
WISPIT 2b: Stunning First Image of a Baby Planet Forming Around a Star
October 1 @ 10:01am ET  
Astronomers have captured the first image of WISPIT 2b, a baby planet forming in a dusty ring around a young star. This historic discovery, located 430 light-years away, offers new insights into planetary formation.
NASA's Juno Unveils Stunning Details of Jupiter's Volcanic Moon Io
October 1 @ 4:01am ET  
NASA's Juno spacecraft captured stunning images of Jupiter's volcanic moon Io on December 30, 2023, revealing unprecedented details of its fiery surface. This close flyby offers new insights into Io's intense geological activity.
NASA's PSI Database Update Streamlines Large File Downloads
September 30 @ 4:02pm ET  
NASA's PSI database update enhances large file downloads over 1GB by processing them in the background and delivering via email. This boosts efficiency for researchers accessing critical space science data.
NASA and AAS Unite to Bring Astronomy Experts to Community Colleges
September 30 @ 10:02am ET  
NASA and AAS have partnered to bring top astronomers to US community colleges through the Harlow Shapley Visiting Lectureship Program. This initiative aims to inspire students and enhance STEM education with real-world science exposure.
Starpath's Lunar Rover Shines in NASA Thermal Vacuum Chamber Test
September 30 @ 4:01am ET  
Starpath, after winning second place in NASA's Break the Ice Lunar Challenge, tested their lunar regolith rover at Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. Their technology endured extreme conditions in a thermal vacuum chamber, advancing lunar exploration goals.
NASA's 2025-2026 DWU High School Challenge: Innovating with UAS
September 29 @ 4:02pm ET  
NASA's 2025-2026 DWU High School Engineering Challenge invites students to design Uncrewed Aircraft Systems for agriculture. Teams will detect pests and optimize crop production, fostering innovation in young engineers.
Citizen Scientists Join Hunt for Habitable Exoplanets from Arizona
September 29 @ 4:06am ET  
Citizen scientists at Fred Lawrence Whipple Observatory in Arizona aid in discovering habitable exoplanets. Their collaboration with professionals accelerates the search for humanity's next home.
Hubble Telescope Unveils Mystery of NGC 2775 Galaxy in Cancer
September 29 @ 4:01am ET  
The Hubble Space Telescope captures NGC 2775, a puzzling galaxy 67 million light-years away in Cancer. Its mix of spiral and elliptical traits challenges astronomers' classifications.
NASA's 2026 Human Lander Challenge Sparks Student Innovation for Space
September 26 @ 4:01pm ET  
NASA's 2026 Human Lander Challenge invites students to innovate life support systems for Moon and Mars missions. This initiative supports the Artemis program by fostering solutions for sustainable spaceflight.
NASA's Glenn Center Brings Space Wonders to Minnesota State Fair
September 26 @ 4:01am ET  
NASA's Glenn Research Center debuted at the Minnesota State Fair from August 21-24, captivating visitors with space exhibits. Interactive displays, Moon rocks, and Artemis mission insights inspired families and showcased future space tech.
NASA Appoints Steven Sinacore to Spearhead Lunar Fission Power Program
September 25 @ 4:01pm ET  
NASA has named Steven Sinacore as program executive for Fission Surface Power at Glenn Research Center. His leadership aims to advance lunar exploration with sustainable nuclear energy solutions.
Perseverance Rover Unveils Ancient Mars Secrets in Jezero Crater
September 24 @ 10:01am ET  
NASA's Perseverance rover explores ancient Mars rocks in Jezero Crater's Vernodden area, uncovering potential signs of past life. Its findings in Bright Angel formation hint at microbial activity with unique chemical patterns.
Blue Origin to Land NASA's VIPER Rover on Moon in 2027 Mission
September 24 @ 4:01am ET  
NASA has partnered with Blue Origin to deliver the VIPER rover to the Moon's South Pole in 2027, reviving a once-canceled mission. This $190 million project aims to map lunar water ice, crucial for the Artemis program's future exploration goals.
NASA's Laser Beacon Lights Up Deep Space Communication
September 23 @ 10:02am ET  
NASA's Deep Space Optical Communications experiment successfully used laser technology to transmit data over 143 million miles to the Psyche spacecraft. This breakthrough paves the way for high-speed communication in future Mars missions.
Chandra Observatory Uncovers Fastest-Growing Black Hole Ever Recorded
September 22 @ 10:02am ET  
NASA's Chandra X-ray Observatory has discovered a black hole growing at an unprecedented rate, 2.4 times the Eddington limit. Located 12.8 billion light-years away, RACS J0320-35 challenges theories on black hole formation.
Stunning Milky Way Captured from International Space Station in August 2025
September 19 @ 4:01pm ET  
A stunning photo of the Milky Way was captured from the International Space Station on Aug. 23, 2025, soaring 261 miles above southern Iran. The image showcases our galaxy's billions of stars against Earth's atmospheric glow.
NASA's Artemis II Rocket Prepped for Historic Crewed Lunar Journey
September 19 @ 10:02am ET  
NASA's Artemis II mission, set for next year, will send four astronauts on a historic 10-day journey around the Moon. Upgrades to the SLS rocket ensure safety and performance for this crucial step toward future Mars missions.
NASA Celebrates 6,000 Exoplanet Discoveries in Cosmic Milestone
September 19 @ 7:37am ET  
NASA has confirmed 6,000 exoplanets, marking a historic milestone in space exploration just over 30 years after the first discoveries. This achievement highlights the rapid pace of finding new worlds beyond our solar system.
NASA and NOAA Satellites Ready for Historic Space Weather Launch
September 18 @ 4:01pm ET  
NASA and NOAA have integrated the Carruthers Geocorona Observatory and SWFO-L1 satellite for a September 23 launch. This mission will enhance space weather forecasting and study Earth's exosphere.
Westerlund 1: Stunning Super Star Cluster Captivates with New NASA Image
September 18 @ 4:01am ET  
Westerlund 1, Earth's closest 'super' star cluster, shines in a new NASA image from July 23, 2025. Combining data from Chandra, Webb, and Hubble, it reveals stunning details of massive stars 12,000 light-years away.
NASA's Lucy Mission Unveils Official Names for Asteroid Donaldjohanson Features
September 17 @ 4:01pm ET  
NASA's Lucy mission successfully flew by asteroid Donaldjohanson on April 20, capturing detailed images. The IAU recently approved official names for its features, honoring human history sites.
NASA Grants $400 Million Contract to Bastion Technologies for Safety Services
September 17 @ 4:01am ET  
NASA has awarded a $400 million contract to Bastion Technologies Inc. for safety and mission assurance services at Marshall Space Flight Center. This Safety and Mission Assurance II deal aims to enhance safety across NASA facilities.
Sun's Surprising Surge: NASA Reveals Increased Activity Since 2008
September 16 @ 4:03pm ET  
NASA's latest study reveals the Sun's activity has surged since 2008, defying expectations of a lull. This shift, impacting space weather, prompts new research into solar cycles and preparedness.