China Launches Queqiao-2 Satellite To Bridge Communications Between Earth and Moon for Future Lunar Exploration

SPACE 03.20.2024 11:28 AM

Queqiao-2 will facilitate Earth-Moon communication as well as Chang'e lunar missions, as China aims for a relay satellite constellation for future missions. Continue reading to learn more details.

NASA's Europa Clipper: Enchanting Poetic Tribute and Millions of Names Set to Embark on a Journey to Jupiter's Mysterious Moon

03.11.2024 07:06 AM

In October, NASA's Europa Clipper will launch, carrying a multifaceted dispatch featuring 2.6 million public-submitted names and a poetic tribute. Read the article for more details.

Dreaming of Space? NASA Invites Applications for Future Astronauts in Pioneering Moon and Mars Missions

03.08.2024 02:54 AM

NASA is actively recruiting new astronauts, welcoming applications for individuals aspiring to embark on space missions akin to Neil Armstrong's. Find out more details in this article.

China Plans Reusable Rocket Launches in 2025 and 2026 for Moon Mission Preparation

03.06.2024 00:00 AM

China gears up for moon missions with next year's launch of giant, reusable rockets, a crucial step in achieving its 2030 goal. Continue reading for more details.

China Plans Lunar Surveillance System Inspired by Skynet to Safeguard Massive Moon Base

03.05.2024 00:00 AM

China's lunar base, inspired by Skynet, will employ an 'all-seeing' surveillance system to guard against 'suspicious targets,' using advanced technology. Read the article for more details.

Odysseus' Sideways Turn: New Photos Unveil Lunar Surface Chaos and Lander Damage in NASA's Historic Moon Landing

03.01.2024 00:11 AM

Intuitive Machines' Odysseus moon lander landed successfully near the lunar south pole but has faced hurdles with new photos revealing catastrophic damage. Continue reading to learn more details.

Odysseus Moon Lander Captures Final Moments After Unconventional Landing, Delivering Last Glimpse of Unexplored Lunar South Pole

02.28.2024 04:17 AM

Despite an unconventional landing, Intuitive Machines shares additional images of the moon's south polar region, hours before its anticipated shutdown. Check it out in this article.

Japan's SLIM Moon Sniper Wakes Up After Two-Week-Long Cold Lunar Night

02.27.2024 00:00 AM

After a two-week dormancy period, Japan's SLIM Moon Sniper has woken up and reestablished communications with Earth. Read to learn more.

China-Manned Space Agency Reveals Name of Crewed Capsule, Lunar Lander For Bringing Astronauts to the Moon

02.26.2024 21:44 PM

China has revealed the name of its capsule and lander for bringing astronauts to the lunar surface. Read to learn more.

First Private Moon Lander Successfully Lands but Tips Over; NASA Confirms Spacecraft Still 'Alive and Well'

02.24.2024 01:29 AM

NASA confirms the $118 million Odysseus lunar craft tipped over after a failed landing, now believed to be horizontally positioned on the Moon. Read the article for more details.

3 Previously Unknown Moons Found Circling Neptune and Uranus: First Ever Lunar Discoveries Around These Planets

02.24.2024 01:18 AM

Astronomers discovered new tiny moons orbiting Neptune and Uranus, increasing the moon count in the Solar System by three. Read the article to find out more.

2024's Second Full Moon Will Be at Its Farthest From Earth and Appear the Smallest in the Sky

02.22.2024 22:40 PM

Experience the celestial splendor of the "Snow Moon" this weekend, the smallest full moon of 2024, reaching its peak beauty. Check out this article for more details.

Pioneering Moon Lander, Odysseus, Shares Captivating First Photos of Earth from Space

02.22.2024 00:11 AM

Intuitive Machines' Odysseus moon lander captured breathtaking Earth photos post-launch, moments after separating from SpaceX's second stage. Check them out in this article.

Minimoons: Scientists Explore Transient Earth Companions for Cosmic Exploration Potential

02.19.2024 04:31 AM

Undiscovered 'minimoons' near Earth prompt scientists to explore them for advancing interplanetary exploration and expanding our cosmic presence. Read the article for more details.

Intuitive Machines Launches 'Odysseus': US Private-Led Lunar Mission Aims for Historic Robot Landing on Moon

02.16.2024 03:06 AM

Intuitive Machines launches Odysseus, seeking the first U.S. moon landing since 1972, aspiring to be the first private company to achieve this feat. Continue reading for more details.

Water Detected on Asteroids Iris and Massalia; Spectral Lines Consistent With Findings on Moon

02.14.2024 03:40 AM

Water was detected in asteroids for the first time. Continue reading to learn more. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons/NASA / JPL / MPS / DLR / IDA / Björn Jónsson) Water Detected on Asteroids Iris and Massalia; Spectral Lines Consistent With Findings on Moon Asteroids also contain water.

Moon Race: NASA, ESA, and Others Seek Water in the Lunar Southern Hemisphere for Cost-Effective Space Missions

02.14.2024 03:02 AM

NASA races Russia, China, and Europe to the moon's southern hemisphere for water, aiming to revolutionize space exploration with cost-saving resources. Continue reading to learn more.

Cosmic Couple: Moon, Jupiter To Kiss in Night Sky of Valentine's Day

02.14.2024 00:00 AM

On the evening of Valentine's Day, a cosmic couple consisting of the Moon and Jupiter will be visible in the night sky. Read to learn more.

Delaying Crewed Moon Mission Was Right Decision, Artemis 2 Astronaut Explains

02.09.2024 03:15 AM

Jeremy Hansen believed they made the right decision by pushing back the crewed moon mission. Continue reading to learn more.

NASA Launches Tiny Cameras to Capture Changes in Moon Surface From Interaction With Lunar Landers

02.08.2024 03:21 AM

NASA plans to send SCALPSS 1.0 to capture 3D images of the lunar surface in the upcoming spacecraft launch. Find out more about it in this article.

Newly Formed Ocean Might Be Lurking in Saturn's 'Death Star' Moon Mimas, Redefining the Celestial Habitability

02.08.2024 00:18 AM

Cassini data unveils Mimas' secret: a global ocean formed less than 2-3 million years ago, hidden 20-30 km beneath its icy surface. Read the article for more details.