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Scientists call for a secure lunar quarantine facility for extraterrestrial samples: 'The moon may become humanity's first line of biological defense'
Scientists propose that a moon base could act as an isolated first line of biological defense against extraterrestrial samples that might be harmful to Earth's biosphere.
What is the moon phase today? Lunar phases 2026
Reference See what moon phase it is tonight and find out when you can see the rest of the moon phases for 2026.
Artemis moon base will cover 'hundreds of square miles' with hopping drones and new lunar rovers, NASA says
NASA envisions its moon base covering hundreds of square miles, and hopping scout drones may mark the facility's perimeter. The agency just awarded $1 billion in contracts to get the ball rolling.
NASA is updating its Artemis moon base plan today. Here's how to watch it live.
NASA will give an update on Tuesday afternoon (May 26) about its plans to build a moon base, and you can watch it live.
Scientists find a hidden route to the moon that saves fuel
An international team of researchers say they've found a more efficient route from Earth to the moon using advanced computer modeling.
Lasers in moon craters could create a lunar GPS system
Scientists think permanently shadowed lunar craters offer the perfect foundation for navigation on the moon.
Artemis astronauts may find remnants of a 'decapitated' asteroid's impact on the moon
An ancient impact may have scattered material from deep inside the moon toward NASA's planned Artemis landing sites near the lunar south pole.
Could the moon ever be blockaded? Experts predict cislunar space could be the next Strait of Hormuz
The ongoing military conflict regarding Iran and the Strait of Hormuz may well mirror a future situation off-Earth — the use of cislunar space, the region between the moon and our planet.
