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China's fresh moon rocks are younger than the Apollo samples and no one knows why
By Andrew Jones published
New analyses of moon rocks delivered to Earth by China's Chang'e 5 mission confirm that volcanism occurred later than previously known, but also deepen the mysteries surrounding that activity.
Roger Chaffee: Engineer, aviator and Apollo 1 astronaut
By Ailsa Harvey published
Remembering the life of Apollo 1 astronaut, Roger Chaffee.
50th Anniversary of Apollo 1 Fire: What NASA Learned from the Tragic Accident
By Hanneke Weitering last updated
Louisiana's missing moon rock found in Florida thanks to broken gun
By Robert Z. Pearlman last updated
A lost piece of the moon belonging to Louisiana may have remained missing, if not been discarded or destroyed, had the plaque on which it was mounted not attracted the eye of a Florida gun collector.
Archivist's vintage 'Images of Apollo' photo prints land on auction
By Robert Z. Pearlman published
A private archivist known for unearthing rare images from the early years of spaceflight is now selling a treasure trove of NASA prints representing some of the most iconic photos taken.
Hollywood artists offer full-scale replica of Apollo spacecraft controls
By Robert Z. Pearlman published
A team of Hollywood prop and visual artists are offering replicas of the Apollo command module control panel.
NASA dedicates Ohio test facility for first moonwalker Neil Armstrong
By Robert Z. Pearlman published
The first person to walk on the moon declined the honor when asked, but a group of NASA officials and members of Congress presided over a ceremony in Ohio to do just that.
Bulova marks Apollo 15 50th with golden replica of moon-worn watch
By Robert Z. Pearlman published
Bulova is launching the 50th Anniversary Limited Edition Lunar Pilot, a golden replica of its infamous watch.
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