NASA has confirmed 6,007 exoplanets, marking a major milestone in just 30 years of searching beyond our solar system. The count has grown rapidly, from 5,000 just three years ago, with thousands more candidate planets awaiting confirmation. The latest addition, KMT-2023-BLG-1896L b, is a Neptune-like world about 16 times the mass of Earth. NASA’s TESS and Kepler missions have been responsible for the bulk of these … Continue reading We’ve officially found 6,000 exoplanets, NASA says

A skyscraper-sized asteroid, 2025 FA22, measuring 520 feet across, is approaching Earth at 24,136 mph and will make its closest pass in two days, coming within 523,000 miles—over twice the distance to the Moon. NASA tracks objects like this, classifying anything over 492 feet that comes within 4.6 million miles as potentially hazardous. While 2025 FA22 is the largest near-Earth visitor this week, several smaller … Continue reading Skyscraper-Sized Asteroid Approaching Earth, NASA Reports

Northrop Grumman’s Cygnus cargo spacecraft, on a resupply mission to the International Space Station, has been delayed due to a main engine issue. The NG-23 mission launched on Sept. 14 from Cape Canaveral aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9, carrying 11,000 pounds of scientific experiments and supplies for the seven astronauts aboard. While the spacecraft reached a safe orbit and deployed its solar arrays, its main … Continue reading Engine troubles hamper Northrop Grumman resupply mission to International Space Station

On Sept. 7, 2025, a total lunar eclipse turned the moon blood red, providing dark skies that allowed astronomers in Namibia to capture images of the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS. The comet, only the third confirmed interstellar object, appeared green—possibly due to diatomic carbon released from melting ice or other unfamiliar molecules. Its unique glow and chemistry offer scientists a rare chance to study material from … Continue reading Interstellar comet 3I ATLAS glows green during lunar eclipse

SpaceX launched 24 more Starlink satellites into orbit on Sept. 13 from Vandenberg Space Force Base, marking the company’s 300th Starlink mission. The Falcon 9 rocket’s first stage successfully landed on the drone ship Of Course I Still Love You, completing its 28th flight. The satellites were deployed into low Earth orbit about an hour after liftoff, joining over 8,300 active Starlink spacecraft in the world’s … Continue reading SpaceX launches 300th Starlink satellite-internet mission

Russia’s Progress 93 spacecraft docked with the International Space Station’s Zvezda module on Sept. 13, delivering 2.8 tons of food, fuel, and supplies for the Expedition 73 crew. The freighter launched two days earlier from Kazakhstan’s Baikonur Cosmodrome and will remain at the station for about six months before re-entering Earth’s atmosphere. Progress 93 joins four other spacecraft currently at the ISS, including another Progress, … Continue reading Russian Progress spacecraft arrives at the ISS with 2.8 tons of cargo

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched a Northrop Grumman Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft Sunday, sending over five tons of supplies, spare parts, and holiday treats to the International Space Station. The uncrewed freighter, the first XL variant with extra cargo capacity, is scheduled for capture by the station on Wednesday. Highlights of the shipment include food like clams, roast turkey, smoked salmon, ice cream, and … Continue reading SpaceX launches Northrop Grumman cargo ship to International Space Station

SpaceX launched the Nusantara Lima satellite for Indonesia’s PT Pasifik Satelit Nusantara on Sept. 11, lifting off from Cape Canaveral after a three-day weather delay. The Falcon 9 rocket’s first stage successfully landed on the drone ship “A Shortfall of Gravitas,” marking its 23rd flight, while the satellite was deployed into geosynchronous transfer orbit. Built by Boeing, Nusantara Lima will begin service in 2026, providing … Continue reading SpaceX launches powerful satellite to orbit for Indonesian telecom company

New research shows that liquid water flowed across the parent body of the near-Earth asteroid Ryugu much later than previously thought possible. The discovery comes from analysis of rock samples collected by Japan’s Hayabusa2 mission between 2018 and 2019 and returned to Earth in December 2020. By examining radioactive isotopes of lutetium and hafnium in the samples, scientists determined that fluids moved through the asteroid’s … Continue reading Scientists find evidence of flowing water on Ryugu’s ancient parent asteroid

Scientists announced that leopard-like spots on a rock sampled by NASA’s Perseverance rover on Mars may potentially have been created by ancient life. The rock, named Sapphire Canyon, was collected from the edges of the Neretva Vallis river valley, which once fed into Jezero Crater over three billion years ago, a site the rover has been exploring since February 2021. Perseverance drilled the sample from … Continue reading Rock discovery contains ‘clearest sign’ yet of ancient life on Mars, NASA says

At a House Oversight Committee hearing on September 9, Rep. Eric Burlison (R-MO) presented drone footage from October 2024 showing an unidentified flying object over Yemen. The video depicts the object, described as an “orb,” being struck by a projectile fired from a second, off-screen drone. Despite apparent damage and some debris, the craft immediately resumes its original course. Burlison asked journalist and UAP researcher … Continue reading Congressman shows video of “orb” surviving missile strike at UFO hearing

NASA scientists are using the James Webb Space Telescope to study TRAPPIST-1 e, an Earth-sized exoplanet in the TRAPPIST-1 system that may harbor water. The planet orbits its red dwarf star at a distance where surface water is theoretically possible, though astronomers first need to confirm whether it has an atmosphere. Using Webb’s Near-Infrared Spectrograph, researchers analyze starlight passing through the planet’s atmosphere during transits, … Continue reading Earth-like planet that may contain water studied by NASA’s Webb telescope

Astronomers have observed a gamma-ray burst, GRB 250702B, unlike any seen before, which erupted multiple times over the course of a full day. Gamma-ray bursts (GRBs) are typically catastrophic events caused by massive stars collapsing or stars being shredded by black holes, and they usually last only milliseconds to minutes. GRB 250702B defied this pattern, with repeated bursts detected by NASA’s Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope … Continue reading Astronomers discover repeating gamma-ray burst

Comet 3I/ATLAS, an interstellar object, is now developing a tail as it approaches the Sun. Observations from the Gemini South telescope show a growing tail, indicating increased activity. The comet’s composition, rich in carbon dioxide, causes it to become active at greater distances than typical comets. This behavior sets it apart from previous interstellar visitors like ‘Oumuamua and Borisov, Science Alert has reported. Scientists are … Continue reading Images Show Interstellar Object 3I/ATLAS Is Now Growing a Tail

A recent study has revealed that human stem cells age more rapidly in space. Researchers from the University of California San Diego monitored stem cells sent to the International Space Station (ISS). Over a month, the cells exhibited accelerated aging compared to those on Earth. This finding has significant implications for long-term space travel and human health, Engadget has reported. Understanding these effects is crucial … Continue reading Human Stem Cells Age More Rapidly in Space, Study Finds

China successfully launched a new set of Yaogan-40 satellites into polar orbit. The satellites were deployed aboard a Long March 2D rocket. The launch took place from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center. These satellites are intended for Earth observation and reconnaissance purposes. The mission underscores China’s growing capabilities in satellite technology, Space News has reported. Continue reading China Launches New Set of Yaogan-40 Satellites into Polar Orbit

SpaceX launched 24 Starlink satellites into orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off at 2:06 PM EDT on Saturday, September 6. Approximately 53 minutes later, the satellites were deployed into low Earth orbit. The first stage of the Falcon 9 rocket successfully landed on the “Of Course I Still Love You” droneship in the Pacific Ocean, Space.com has … Continue reading SpaceX Successfully Launches 24 Starlink Satellites from California

A total lunar eclipse, commonly referred to as a “blood moon,” was visible across Israel on Sunday evening. The eclipse reached its peak at 9:12 PM local time, with totality lasting approximately 82 minutes. Observers across the country experienced the moon’s reddish hue as it passed through Earth’s shadow. This celestial event provided a rare opportunity for skywatchers to witness the phenomenon, Haaretz has reported. … Continue reading ‘Blood Moon’: Total Lunar Eclipse Was Visible Across Israel

On July 1, 2025, the ATLAS telescope in Chile discovered 3I/ATLAS, the third known interstellar comet to enter our solar system and the largest and brightest yet. NASA’s SPHEREx space observatory detected abundant carbon dioxide in its coma and water ice in its nucleus, showing the comet behaves like a typical solar system comet despite originating elsewhere. The absence of carbon monoxide suggests 3I/ATLAS was … Continue reading Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS is wrapped in carbon dioxide fog, NASA telescope reveals

Asteroid 2025 QD8 safely passed near Earth on September 3, coming within 218,000 km—about 57% of the Earth-Moon distance—traveling at 45,080 km/h. Measuring 17–38 meters, it posed no threat. The flyby was streamed live by the Virtual Telescope Project, and NASA confirmed no impact risk from this or other known asteroids for the next century, The Jerusalem Post has reported. Another small asteroid, 2025 QV5, … Continue reading NASA: Airplane-sized asteroid buzzed Earth at 28,000 mph

Israel successfully launched the Ofek 19 satellite, a high-tech synthetic aperture radar (SAR) observation satellite, using a Shavit launcher. Developed by Israel Aerospace Industries in collaboration with ELTA, Tomer Ltd., and Rafael, the satellite underwent initial tests in orbit before beginning data transmission. The launch was led by Israel’s DDR&D Space Program Office and involved key IDF units, including Unit 9900 and the Air Force, … Continue reading Israel successfully launches Ofek 19 satellite into space

Scientists have discovered that Mars has a solid inner core, similar to Earth’s, surrounded by a molten outer core. Using seismic data from NASA’s InSight lander, the team found the inner core extends about 380 miles (613 km) from the planet’s center and is likely made of iron, nickel, and lighter elements like oxygen. The outer core stretches up to 1,100 miles (1,800 km), the … Continue reading Marsquakes indicate a solid core for the red planet

NASA is advancing plans for a commercial lunar nuclear power system under its Fission Surface Power initiative. A draft partnership proposal released Aug. 29 seeks industry input on reactors producing at least 100 kilowatts, intended for the Moon’s south pole by 2029. Using public-private Space Act Agreements, companies would own and potentially sell power from the reactor, with proposals evaluated favorably if fully commercial. NASA … Continue reading NASA advances lunar nuclear plan with commercial focus

A new SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket successfully launched 24 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Sept. 2. The booster, making its maiden flight, landed safely on the drone ship Just Read the Instructions and is expected to fly again. The satellites, part of the growing Starlink network, will join nearly 8,300 already in orbit, Space.com has reported. This marked SpaceX’s 109th Falcon 9 launch of … Continue reading SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites to orbit from California on brand-new Falcon 9 rocket

Stargazers, mark your calendars! A total lunar eclipse, or “blood moon,” will occur on Sept. 7-8, when Earth’s shadow fully covers the moon, giving it a deep red hue. This rare alignment happens about three times a year, with the crimson glow caused by Earth’s atmosphere scattering sunlight. Observers can prepare viewing spots or capture photos of the event, while those who miss it can … Continue reading One week until the blood moon total lunar eclipse