Relive NASA’s debut launch of its mighty SLS rocket on second anniversary
On the second anniversary of its maiden launch, relive the moment NASA's mega moon soared skyward, sending the Orion spacecraft toward our celestial neighbor......»»
Rocket Report: NASA delays Artemis again; SpinLaunch spins a little cash
A report in which we read some tea leaves. Welcome to Edition 7.22 of the Rocket Report! The big news is the Trump administration's announcement that commercial astronaut Jared Is.....»»
Fly Me to the Moon movie now streaming on Apple TV+
After making its debut in cinemas around the world in July, the original film Fly Me to the Moon is now streaming on Apple TV+. Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum star in this comedic drama, which is set against the backdrop of the 1960s space.....»»
Europe"s Vega-C rocket launches satellite into orbit after delays
Europe's new Vega-C rocket launched Thursday from French Guiana and put a satellite into orbit in its first takeoff since a failed flight two years ago......»»
NASA says Orion’s heat shield is good to go for Artemis II—but does it matter?
The Artemis II mission, as NASA currently envisions it, won't launch until April 2026. Two years ago next week, NASA's Orion spacecraft splashed down in the Pacific Ocean to wrap.....»»
Two European satellites launch on mission to blot out the Sun—for science
This will all happen nearly 40,000 miles above the Earth, so you won't need your eclipse glasses. Two spacecraft developed by the European Space Agency launched on top of an India.....»»
A SpaceX droneship just hit a milestone for rocket landings
SpaceX couldn't function without its trusty droneships stationed in the Atlantic and Pacific, and on Thursday one of them reached a milestone......»»
NASA pushes back its Artemis moon missions due to heat shield issues
NASA is delaying its Artemis II and Artemis III missions to 2026 and 2027 respectively due to issues with the Orion capsule's heat shield......»»
How did the CEO of an online payments firm become the nominee to lead NASA?
Expect significant changes for America's space agency. President-elect Donald Trump announced Wednesday his intent to nominate entrepreneur and commercial astronaut Jared Isaacman.....»»
Apple releases RC betas for tvOS 18.2, visionOS 2.2, watchOS 11.2, here’s what to expect
Apple has released RC betas for tvOS 18.2, visionOS 2.2, and watchOS 11.2 ahead of their public launch coming soon. Public betas are here for Apple TV and Apple Watch too. Here’s what to expect from the latest betas. more….....»»
Hubble takes closest-ever look at a quasar
Astronomers have used the unique capabilities of NASA's Hubble Space Telescope to peer closer than ever into the throat of an energetic monster black hole powering a quasar. A quasar is a galactic center that glows brightly as the black hole consumes.....»»
NASA delays crewed lunar landing to 2027
The United States is pushing back its planned return to the moon from 2026 to "mid-2027" as it deals with heat shield issues and other troubles plaguing its Orion crew capsule, NASA officials said Thursday......»»
NASA"s stuck astronauts hit 6 months in space. Just 2 more to go
Known across the globe as the stuck astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams hit the six-month mark in space Thursday with two more to go......»»
Europe"s troubled Vega-C rocket to launch after delays
The first launch of Europe's new Vega-C rocket since a failed flight two years ago has been rescheduled for Thursday after days of delays, according to the European Space Agency......»»
Could we use an asteroid to shield astronauts on their way to Mars?
Radiation is a primary concern for long-duration human spaceflight, such as the planned trips to Mars, which are the stated goal of organizations such as NASA and SpaceX. Shielding is the standard way to protect astronauts from radiation during those.....»»
NASA to offer major update on Artemis moon plan. Here’s how to watch
NASA’s top team is about to offer its first major update on its ambitious Artemis program in almost a year......»»
Why wasn’t The Hobbit: Battle of the Five Armies as loved as Return of the King?
To mark the 10th anniversary of The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies, we're looking back at why it comes up short of Lord of the Rings: Return of the King......»»
Apple TV+ on Amazon Prime Video now rolling out to additional countries
Following a launch last month of in the United States, the channel is now rolling out to additional regions. Apple TV+ is now available to subscribe and watch within Prime Video in the United Kingdom, Australia and Canada. The pricing is the sam.....»»
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket just flew straight into the record books
SpaceX is able to refly its Falcon 9 rockets multiple times, and one of them has just set a new record......»»
No more EV app folders: Universal plug-and-charge is due to launch in 2025
Most of the major EV makers and charging networks are on board. To fill a car with gas, you generally just need a credit card or cash. To charge an EV at a DC fast charging statio.....»»
Trump nominates Jared Isaacman to become the next NASA administrator
"We will never again lose our ability to journey to the stars and never settle for second place." President-elect Donald Trump announced Wednesday he has selected Jared Isaacman,.....»»