Japan’s Hayabusa2 spacecraft conducted a close flyby of asteroid Torifune, a 450-meter-wide near-Earth object about 100 million kilometers from Earth. During the pass, it captured detailed optical and infrared images, revealing differences in surface temperature between sunlit and shadowed regions. The flyby, which was not part of the original mission, was considered risky due to limited knowledge of the asteroid. Hayabusa2 has already achieved major … Continue reading Japan’s Hayabusa2 probe captures remarkable photo of a two-headed asteroid

The sun has released a burst of strong activity, including an X1.1 solar flare and multiple M-class flares, some of which sent coronal mass ejections toward Earth. Space weather forecasters say several of these solar storms could arrive over the next few days, potentially triggering geomagnetic activity strong enough to produce northern lights. Experts describe the sun as highly active, with overlapping eruptions making predictions … Continue reading Sun fires off 10 solar flares in 24 hours, multiple Earth-bound CMEs

A powerful X1.1 solar flare erupted from sunspot region AR4479 on June 30, briefly causing radio blackouts across parts of North America. The burst of energy reached Earth in minutes and triggered R3-level disruptions to high-frequency communications on the planet’s daylight side. The event also launched a coronal mass ejection, though initial analysis suggested most of it would miss Earth. Later forecasts from NOAA indicated … Continue reading Sun unleashes powerful X-class solar flare and Earth-bound CME

SpaceX launched 24 more Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit on Sunday, continuing the expansion of its global broadband internet network. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California and successfully deployed the satellites after reaching orbit. The rocket’s first stage completed its 17th flight and landed on a droneship in the Pacific Ocean. The new satellites bring the total … Continue reading SpaceX sends 24 Starlink satellites into Earth orbit on Falcon 9 launch from California

SpaceX launched the first test flight of its secretive Starfall reentry capsule on June 23 aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral. The company said the mission is designed to test a new spacecraft intended for microgravity research, in-space manufacturing, and potential cargo delivery, but provided few technical details. Much of the flight was kept unusually quiet, with limited livestream coverage and no confirmation … Continue reading SpaceX launches secretive Starfall reentry demo mission

China’s Shenlong reusable space plane has reportedly released an unidentified object while in orbit, according to a private space tracking firm. The vehicle launched on its fourth classified mission in February 2026, but its objectives have not been publicly disclosed. LeoLabs said radar observations and analysis indicate the object was likely deployed from the space plane and later catalogued by the U.S. Space Force. Shenlong … Continue reading China’s space plane appears to have released a mystery object in orbit

The interstellar comet 3I/Atlas, only the third object ever observed entering our solar system from outside it, may be nearly 12 billion years old—far older than the Sun. New data from powerful telescopes, including the James Webb Space Telescope, show it has a chemical composition unlike any known solar system object, including unusually high levels of heavy water. Scientists believe it likely formed in an … Continue reading Interstellar comet may be oldest object seen in our solar system, scientists say

NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has arrived at Kennedy Space Center in Florida for final testing ahead of its planned launch later this summer on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. The telescope was transported from Goddard Space Flight Center and will undergo assembly, cleaning, and prelaunch checks in specialized facilities at KSC. Engineers will test its systems, including solar panels and thermal controls, and … Continue reading NASA’s Roman Space Telescope arrives in Florida ahead of launch this summer

SpaceX launched 24 more Starlink satellites into orbit on Sunday from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California using a Falcon 9 rocket. The satellites were successfully deployed about an hour after liftoff, expanding the Starlink internet constellation. The rocket’s first stage completed its 33rd flight by landing on a droneship in the Pacific Ocean, nearing SpaceX’s reuse record. The Starlink network now includes more than 10,600 … Continue reading SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launches 24 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit from California

Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope have discovered an unusual “salt cloud” atmosphere on a distant object known as the Pink Planet (GJ504b). The object, located about 57 light-years from Earth, is a planetary-mass companion that could be either a giant exoplanet or a small brown dwarf. Researchers say its relatively cool temperature for a gas giant—about 550°F—likely allows salts to form clouds, a … Continue reading “Pink Planet” is surrounded by salty clouds, researchers using Webb telescope find

An Ariane 6 rocket launched from French Guiana on June 17 carrying a record-breaking payload of 36 Amazon Leo broadband satellites. The mission marked the heaviest load ever launched by an Ariane vehicle and the largest satellite stack flown for Amazon’s growing low Earth orbit internet constellation. Amazon Leo, formerly known as Project Kuiper, aims to deploy more than 3,200 satellites in competition with SpaceX’s … Continue reading European rocket launches record-breaking mission with Amazon internet satellites

SpaceX launched 24 Starlink satellites into orbit on Monday using a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The mission successfully deployed the satellites about an hour after liftoff, and the rocket’s first stage landed safely on a drone ship in the Pacific Ocean. The launch expanded the Starlink network to more than 10,000 active satellites, which provide global broadband internet and … Continue reading SpaceX sends 24 Starlink satellites to orbit on 1st launch as a public company

A bright fireball was seen streaking across the night sky over multiple U.S. states, including Illinois, Missouri, Arkansas, South Carolina, and Texas. The American Meteor Society reported that the event occurred shortly after 10:30 p.m. CDT on Sunday and generated sightings from at least 15 states across the Midwest and South. Witnesses described the object breaking apart before it disappeared from view. Experts believe the … Continue reading Fireball lights the night sky over 15 U.S. states

Astronomers using NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory may have discovered a new supernova remnant near the center of the Milky Way, close to the supermassive black hole. The suspected remnant appears as a bright “blob” of X-ray emission about 26,000 light-years from Earth within a dense, active region filled with gas, magnetic fields, and young stars. If confirmed, it would be one of the closest known … Continue reading NASA’s Chandra discovers possible supernova remnant in galactic center

NASA has announced the international four-person crew for its upcoming Artemis mission, a key test flight ahead of future human lunar landings. The mission will be commanded by veteran astronaut Randy Bresnik, with European astronaut Luca Parmitano as pilot, and NASA astronauts Frank Rubio and Andre Douglas serving as mission specialists. Artemis III will focus on testing the Orion spacecraft’s ability to rendezvous and dock … Continue reading NASA names 4 astronauts on the ‘highly complex’ Artemis III lunar training mission

Scientists led by Brian Walsh at Boston University have proposed a system called “StormWall” to actively strengthen Earth’s magnetosphere against severe solar storms. The idea involves deploying a fleet of satellites that would release ionized materials to create a temporary plasma barrier at the edge of Earth’s magnetic field. This artificial shield is designed to reduce the impact of geomagnetic storms by disrupting magnetic reconnection, … Continue reading Scientists propose spraying chemicals into Earth’s magnetic field to protect from Solar Flares

A meteorite found in the Sahara Desert, known as NWA 12774, has provided evidence of a previously unknown ancient protoplanet that may have existed early in the solar system’s history. Scientists say the rock, classified as an angrite, contains unusual chemical features suggesting it formed under extremely high pressure in a large planetary body rather than a small asteroid. Analysis indicates the parent world could … Continue reading Meteorite found in Sahara desert may be 1st evidence of lost solar system world

Italian fashion house Prada and Axiom Space have unveiled a jointly developed next-generation lunar spacesuit inner layer for NASA’s Artemis IV mission, planned for early 2028. The garment, called a liquid cooling and ventilation system, is designed to regulate temperature, support breathing, and help astronauts endure long spacewalks on the Moon. It will be worn beneath the main protective suit and uses circulating water tubes … Continue reading NASA astronauts could soon wear Prada as luxury label unveils new gear for Artemis IV

NASA has ended its attempts to recover the $582 million MAVEN spacecraft after it unexpectedly stopped communicating with Earth following a routine pass behind Mars in December 2025. The probe had been functioning normally until contact was lost, and repeated efforts to reset and reconnect it were unsuccessful. Engineers later detected signs the spacecraft may have begun spinning uncontrollably, which likely drained its power and prevented communication. Launched … Continue reading NASA declares end of mission for long-lasting Mars orbiter

Three solar flares erupted from the Sun within a 24-hour period this week and are expected to combine as they move toward Earth, scientists said. The flares, including a powerful X1.0-class eruption, could trigger a geomagnetic storm that may disrupt satellites, communications, and power systems. Forecasters say there is a high chance the storm will be “strong” or “severe,” though its exact impact remains uncertain. The event could … Continue reading Sun erupts with 3 huge solar flares

A meteor about 1 meter wide entered Earth’s atmosphere over the Massachusetts-New Hampshire border on Saturday afternoon, according to NASA and the American Meteor Society. It traveled at extremely high speed and likely broke apart about 40 miles above the ground, producing a bright fireball and powerful sonic booms. Reports of loud double booms and shaking buildings came from multiple states, ranging from Massachusetts to … Continue reading Meteor over Massachusetts prompts reports of booms across US and Canada

The U.S. Space Force awarded SpaceX a $4.16 billion contract to build a satellite constellation designed to track airborne threats such as aircraft, missiles, and hypersonic weapons from space. The Air Moving Target Indicator (AMTI) program aims to shift key battlefield surveillance functions from aircraft to satellites, providing broader global coverage and greater resilience against advanced enemy defenses. The system is expected to be deployed … Continue reading Space Force awards SpaceX $4.16 billion to build satellite network for airborne target tracking

A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded during an engine test at Cape Canaveral, briefly lighting up the sky and shaking nearby homes, though no injuries were reported. The company said it is investigating the cause of the failure, which comes after previous issues with the rocket’s early flights. The vehicle was intended for an upcoming satellite launch and plays a key role in Blue … Continue reading Blue Origin rocket explodes on the launch pad during an engine-firing test

The U.S. Space Force has awarded SpaceX a $2.29 billion contract to build a low Earth orbit satellite network designed to function as a military “internet in space.” The system, called the Space Data Network Backbone, will use SpaceX’s Starshield satellites to rapidly relay sensitive military data between spacecraft, sensors, and command systems. It is intended to serve as a core communications layer for future military operations, … Continue reading SpaceX wins $2.29 billion Space Force contract for military data network

NASA is accelerating plans for a permanent lunar base by awarding hundreds of millions of dollars in contracts to U.S. companies for landers, rovers, and drones. Blue Origin will supply landers for lunar vehicles, while companies like Astrolab, Lunar Outpost, and Firefly Aerospacewill build and deliver rovers and drones for use near the moon’s south pole. The equipment is expected to arrive ahead of NASA’s Artemis III mission, which … Continue reading NASA’s moon base plans include landers, buggies and drones for 2028 mission