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On this day in space! Dec. 26, 1974: Salyut 4 space station launches into orbit
On Dec. 26, 1974, Salyut 4, a Soviet space station, launched into orbit around Earth.
SpaceX's big year: The new records and feats Elon Musk's space company achieved in 2024
SpaceX launched more than 130 missions this year and made significant progress with its new Starship vehicle, the biggest and most powerful rocket ever built.
Astronauts on ISS beam holiday cheer to Earth for Christmas (video)
Surrounded by candy canes and a makeshift snowman made out of stowage bags, the astronauts on the International Space Station gathered together to wish a Merry Christmas to everyone back on Earth.
Piece of Apollo 11 spacecraft 'lands' in moon meteorite-lined wedding ring
For better or for worse, a small part of the Apollo 11 spacecraft will now be Jon Mesick's to have and to hold for all the days of his life. The tape is the centerpiece of Mesick's wedding band.
What does the NASA administrator do?
NASA administrators play a vital role in deciding what NASA does and how it does it, and they also help build political support for space exploration.
ULA wants to upgrade Vulcan Centaur rocket into a 'space interceptor' to defend satellites
United Launch Alliance (ULA) says its new, powerful Vulcan Centaur upper stage rocket could play a key role in defending satellites from potential threats in space.
NASA delays Artemis missions again. What could this mean for the moon, Mars and space leadership?
NASA has pushed its first two crewed Artemis moon missions back to 2026 and 2027, and the move could have big ramifications.
Parker Solar Probe: First spacecraft to 'touch' the sun
Reference NASA's Parker Solar Probe is on a mission to study the sun closer than ever before. Learn more about the fastest spacecraft to date in our solar probe guide.
