🚀 Space

NASA and French Satellite Detect Massive River Waves in Groundbreaking Study
May 22 @ 4:12pm ET  
NASA and French researchers used the SWOT satellite to detect large-scale river waves in U.S. rivers for the first time. This breakthrough could transform flood monitoring and improve disaster response.
June's Strawberry Moon: Significance and Origins Unveiled
May 22 @ 8:38am ET  
June's Strawberry Moon, peaking on June 11, marks the start of summer with its silvery glow. Named by Native American tribes for the strawberry harvest, it symbolizes renewal and abundance.
NASA Prepares for SpaceX Dragon's Return from 32nd Resupply Mission
May 21 @ 4:16pm ET  
NASA's SpaceX Dragon spacecraft will depart the International Space Station on May 22, concluding its 32nd resupply mission. Live coverage of the undocking starts at 11:45 a.m. EDT on NASA+, showcasing the return of vital scientific samples.
Mars Rover Explores Mysterious Boxwork Structure on Sols 4541-4542
May 21 @ 10:16am ET  
NASA's Curiosity rover has discovered a potential 'boxwork structure' on Mars during Sols 4541-4542, sparking excitement among scientists. This intriguing formation could offer clues about the planet's ancient environment and past water activity.
NASA's Perseverance Rover Targets Ancient Rocks at 'Krokodillen' on Mars
May 21 @ 4:26am ET  
NASA's Perseverance rover is exploring 'Krokodillen' on Mars, a site on Jezero Crater's rim that may hold some of the planet's oldest rocks. Scientists aim to collect samples that could reveal Mars' ancient history and signs of past life.
Webb Telescope Discovers Crystalline Water Ice in Stellar Disk
May 20 @ 4:13pm ET  
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has confirmed crystalline water ice in a dusty debris disk around a Sun-like star. This May 14 discovery offers key insights into planetary formation and the potential building blocks of life.
Celebrating Nancy Grace Roman's Centennial Legacy at NASA
May 20 @ 10:07am ET  
NASA celebrated Dr. Nancy Grace Roman's 100th birthday on May 16, honoring her legacy as the first Chief of Astronomy and 'Mother of Hubble.' The upcoming Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope will continue her pioneering work in exploring the universe.
NASA and JAXA Astronauts Inspire Students in New York and Ohio
May 20 @ 4:12am ET  
NASA astronaut Nichole Ayers and JAXA's Takuya Onishi inspired students from New York and Ohio with live Q&A sessions from the International Space Station. Their talks on May 20 aimed to boost interest in STEM fields among young learners.
Hubble Telescope Unveils Stunning Cotton Candy Clouds in Nearby Galaxy
May 19 @ 6:36pm ET  
The Hubble Space Telescope has captured a mesmerizing image of 'cotton candy clouds' in the Large Magellanic Cloud, a dwarf galaxy 160,000 light-years away. This view reveals star-forming regions with vibrant hues, offering insights into cosmic processes.
NASA's X-59 Achieves Key Milestone with Ground-Based Flight Simulation
May 19 @ 1:24pm ET  
NASA's X-59 quiet supersonic aircraft has completed vital ground tests simulating flight conditions in California. This milestone brings the innovative craft closer to real flights, aiming to revolutionize travel with minimal sonic booms.
Soviet Spacecraft Crashes to Earth After 53 Years in Orbit
May 12 @ 8:30am ET  
A Soviet-era spacecraft crashed to Earth on Saturday after 53 years in orbit, originally meant for Venus. Its uncontrolled reentry was tracked by Russian and European agencies, though the exact impact location over the Indian Ocean remains uncertain.