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Richard Branson will co-pilot Space Perspective's 1st crewed balloon flight to edge of Earth's atmosphere
By Mike Wall published
Virgin Galactic founder Richard Branson will serve as co-pilot on tourism company Space Perspective's first crewed balloon flight, expected to occur in 2025.
Hera probe snaps its 1st images of Earth and moon on way to asteroid crash site
By Samantha Mathewson published
The European Space Agency's Hera asteroid mission has beamed back its first images from space.
How much do SpaceX's reentering Starlink satellites pollute Earth's atmosphere?
By Tereza Pultarova published
SpaceX's Starlink satellites now make up 40% of reentering satellite debris. But is Elon Musk's space company the worst polluter of Earth's upper atmosphere?
The moon, Mars, asteroids and Jupiter: China reveals ambitious space exploration plans
By Andrew Jones published
From lunar water hunts to Mars sample returns, China's space program is embarking on groundbreaking missions across the solar system, aiming for the moon, Mars and beyond.
On this day in space! Oct. 17, 2016: Antares rocket returns to flight
By Hanneke Weitering last updated
On Oct. 16, 1975, NASA launched the first operational GOES satellite!
Artemis Accords: What are they & which countries are involved?
By Robert Lea last updated
Reference As the Artemis program aims to return humanity to the moon and beyond, the Artemis Accords lay out a framework for nations collaborating in this effort.
Relive SpaceX's epic Starship launch (and rocket catch) in these jawdropping photos and video
By Elizabeth Howell published
The fifth flight test of SpaceX's Starship megarocket on Oct. 13 demonstrated not only great engineering but also some amazing photography. Here are some of the best shots.
A 21st-century moon suit: Axiom Space's lunar spacesuit sports 4G comms, Prada looks and Oakley visors for Artemis astronauts
By Andrew Jones published
Axiom Space's new AxEMU spacesuit for Artemis moon missions features a variety of advanced tech, including 4G comms and an HD camera system.
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