Bringing Astronauts HomeNASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore were stuck in space for nine months due to spacecraft complications and careful safety considerations.
Why astronaut Suni Williams runs in space: a 14-billion-year odysseyNASA and SpaceX are launching a replacement for astronaut Sunita Williams on March 12, 2025, after her extended mission.
Starliner's flight to the space station was far wilder than most of us thoughtNASA astronauts faced a critical decision when four thrusters failed on Starliner, risking their safe arrival at the International Space Station.
Rescued astronauts share first reactions to hearing they would stay in space longer than original timelineAstronauts Williams and Wilmore turned a planned test flight into a nine-month space mission, focusing on national objectives despite personal sacrifices.
Two NASA astronauts return to Earth after 9 months stuck in spaceNASA astronauts Wilmore and Williams returned to Earth after a 286-day unplanned mission due to delays from Boeing and SpaceX's test flights.
NASA astronauts begin return to Earth after 9 months on ISS DW 03/18/2025NASA astronauts Wilmore and Williams returned to Earth after a prolonged nine-month mission due to issues with their spacecraft.
Bringing Astronauts HomeNASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore were stuck in space for nine months due to spacecraft complications and careful safety considerations.
Why astronaut Suni Williams runs in space: a 14-billion-year odysseyNASA and SpaceX are launching a replacement for astronaut Sunita Williams on March 12, 2025, after her extended mission.
Starliner's flight to the space station was far wilder than most of us thoughtNASA astronauts faced a critical decision when four thrusters failed on Starliner, risking their safe arrival at the International Space Station.
Rescued astronauts share first reactions to hearing they would stay in space longer than original timelineAstronauts Williams and Wilmore turned a planned test flight into a nine-month space mission, focusing on national objectives despite personal sacrifices.
Two NASA astronauts return to Earth after 9 months stuck in spaceNASA astronauts Wilmore and Williams returned to Earth after a 286-day unplanned mission due to delays from Boeing and SpaceX's test flights.
NASA astronauts begin return to Earth after 9 months on ISS DW 03/18/2025NASA astronauts Wilmore and Williams returned to Earth after a prolonged nine-month mission due to issues with their spacecraft.
First-Ever Astronauts to Fly Over Antarctica Startled by What They See BelowPrivate astronauts successfully fly over Earth's poles for the first time, revealing Antarctica's vast, untouched icy landscape.
Aurora Scientists Enlist Private Astronauts on Unusual Space MissionFram2 mission advances human spaceflight to unprecedented polar orbits, enabling unique observations of auroras rarely explored by astronauts.
First-Ever Astronauts to Fly Over Antarctica Startled by What They See BelowPrivate astronauts successfully fly over Earth's poles for the first time, revealing Antarctica's vast, untouched icy landscape.
Aurora Scientists Enlist Private Astronauts on Unusual Space MissionFram2 mission advances human spaceflight to unprecedented polar orbits, enabling unique observations of auroras rarely explored by astronauts.
Astronaut Insists the Mushrooms He's Growing in Space Are "Not the Ones You're Thinking"A private civilian mission to space includes growing oyster mushrooms, aimed at contributing to future space food sources.
NASA's SPHEREx space telescope launched into orbit by a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocketSPHEREx is set to create a comprehensive 3D map of the celestial sky over its two-year mission.
NASA Sending Military Personnel to Space StationThe US military is increasingly integrated into space missions, as shown by the upcoming Crew-10 mission with active-duty officers.
Firefly's Blue Ghost lander snapped an incredible pic of a solar eclipse from the MoonFirefly's Blue Ghost lunar lander captured a solar eclipse image from the Moon.
Rocket Lab says NASA lacks leadership on Mars Sample ReturnNASA rejected Rocket Lab's Mars Sample Return proposal despite its capability, emphasizing a disconnect between commercial technology and agency recognition.
The James Webb Space Telescope's Next Year of Amazing Science Has Been RevealedThe James Webb Space Telescope is revolutionizing our knowledge of the universe but faces potential budget cuts that could impact its future operations.
Webb engineers on the telescope that changed everythingThe team behind the James Webb Space Telescope received the Simon Ramo Medal for their exceptional achievement in engineering and science.
NASA's SPHEREx space telescope launched into orbit by a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocketSPHEREx is set to create a comprehensive 3D map of the celestial sky over its two-year mission.
NASA Sending Military Personnel to Space StationThe US military is increasingly integrated into space missions, as shown by the upcoming Crew-10 mission with active-duty officers.
Firefly's Blue Ghost lander snapped an incredible pic of a solar eclipse from the MoonFirefly's Blue Ghost lunar lander captured a solar eclipse image from the Moon.
Rocket Lab says NASA lacks leadership on Mars Sample ReturnNASA rejected Rocket Lab's Mars Sample Return proposal despite its capability, emphasizing a disconnect between commercial technology and agency recognition.
The James Webb Space Telescope's Next Year of Amazing Science Has Been RevealedThe James Webb Space Telescope is revolutionizing our knowledge of the universe but faces potential budget cuts that could impact its future operations.
Webb engineers on the telescope that changed everythingThe team behind the James Webb Space Telescope received the Simon Ramo Medal for their exceptional achievement in engineering and science.
The Excesses of "Mickey 17"Bong Joon-ho's 'Mickey 17' critiques societal hierarchies through dark humor in a dystopian space setting.Themes of disposability and value of human life are central to the film's narrative.
Rangers vs. Reds prediction: Bet on Jack Leiter to win second straightJack Leiter secured his first Major League win in a successful season debut against the Red Sox.
Norman Foster's View on Designing for Space: New Exhibition of Extra-Terrestrial Projects Opens at Washington's Kennedy CenterThe 'EARTH to SPACE' festival explores the interconnection between space exploration and sustainable solutions for life on Earth.
Foster + Partners & Cai Guo-Qiang Lead Space-Themed Festival With Lunar Habitats & Artistic Innovations - Yanko DesignThe EARTH to SPACE Festival combines art, architecture, and science to explore lunar and Martian habitats through exhibits and interactive installations from March 28 to April 20, 2025.
Norman Foster's View on Designing for Space: New Exhibition of Extra-Terrestrial Projects Opens at Washington's Kennedy CenterThe 'EARTH to SPACE' festival explores the interconnection between space exploration and sustainable solutions for life on Earth.
Foster + Partners & Cai Guo-Qiang Lead Space-Themed Festival With Lunar Habitats & Artistic Innovations - Yanko DesignThe EARTH to SPACE Festival combines art, architecture, and science to explore lunar and Martian habitats through exhibits and interactive installations from March 28 to April 20, 2025.
SpaceX Launching First-Ever Astronauts Over Earth's Poles TonightSpaceX's Fram2 mission will pioneer space travel above Earth's poles with a crew of four private astronauts conducting scientific experiments.
Four private astronauts launch on first human mission to fly over the polesA historic space mission took place, becoming the first to fly in polar orbit with humans aboard.
Dragon Crew-10 arrives at the International Space StationCrew Dragon Endurance successfully launched and docked with the ISS, demonstrating resilience despite prior setbacks.
Former NASA Astronaut Says Elon Musk Has No Idea What He's Talking AboutElon Musk aims for a crewed Mars mission by 2029 or 2031, but experts suggest it will take much longer.
First German woman in space on SpaceX polar orbit mission DW 04/01/2025Rabea Rogge made history as the first German woman in space, flying on a SpaceX mission over Earth's polar regions.
Here's a Video of Every Starship Explosion So FarMusk remains committed to completing the Starship program despite numerous test failures.
SpaceX Launching First-Ever Astronauts Over Earth's Poles TonightSpaceX's Fram2 mission will pioneer space travel above Earth's poles with a crew of four private astronauts conducting scientific experiments.
Four private astronauts launch on first human mission to fly over the polesA historic space mission took place, becoming the first to fly in polar orbit with humans aboard.
Dragon Crew-10 arrives at the International Space StationCrew Dragon Endurance successfully launched and docked with the ISS, demonstrating resilience despite prior setbacks.
Former NASA Astronaut Says Elon Musk Has No Idea What He's Talking AboutElon Musk aims for a crewed Mars mission by 2029 or 2031, but experts suggest it will take much longer.
First German woman in space on SpaceX polar orbit mission DW 04/01/2025Rabea Rogge made history as the first German woman in space, flying on a SpaceX mission over Earth's polar regions.
Here's a Video of Every Starship Explosion So FarMusk remains committed to completing the Starship program despite numerous test failures.
Isar orbital rocket crashes into sea - success, apparentlyThe perception of success and failure in rocket launches is increasingly blurred by companies in the New Space sector.
Orbital Rocket Crashes After First Launch From Continental EuropeIsar Aerospace's Spectrum rocket made historical European spaceflight advancements despite its crash shortly after launch.
Europe's first private launch company is learning to embrace failureIsar Aerospace's first Spectrum rocket test flight ended in failure, but provided valuable data for future launches.
Rocket Falls in Icy Wasteland, Explodes in Epic FireballIsar Aerospace's rocket launch in Norway ended dramatically with an explosion, but vital data was collected for future missions.
Blue Origin prepping second New Glenn launch in 'late spring' | TechCrunchBlue Origin's New Glenn rocket is set for a second launch after addressing booster landing failure.
Isar orbital rocket crashes into sea - success, apparentlyThe perception of success and failure in rocket launches is increasingly blurred by companies in the New Space sector.
Orbital Rocket Crashes After First Launch From Continental EuropeIsar Aerospace's Spectrum rocket made historical European spaceflight advancements despite its crash shortly after launch.
Europe's first private launch company is learning to embrace failureIsar Aerospace's first Spectrum rocket test flight ended in failure, but provided valuable data for future launches.
Rocket Falls in Icy Wasteland, Explodes in Epic FireballIsar Aerospace's rocket launch in Norway ended dramatically with an explosion, but vital data was collected for future missions.
Blue Origin prepping second New Glenn launch in 'late spring' | TechCrunchBlue Origin's New Glenn rocket is set for a second launch after addressing booster landing failure.
Space Mission Data And Magnesium Come Together in Ross Lovegrove's Innovative Chair Design - Yanko DesignThe PolarisGo chair by Ross Lovegrove uses aerospace-grade materials inspired by the Polaris Dawn mission's shock wave data.Each chair is unique, designed to celebrate the Polaris Dawn mission and its astronauts.
SpaceX launches private astronauts on polar orbit DW 04/01/2025Rabea Rogge is the first German woman in space, aboard SpaceX's Fram2 mission.
Germany takes on Elon Musk's SpaceX with 95ft Spectrum rocketIsar Aerospace aims to launch the first rocket from European soil with its Spectrum rocket, changing satellite deployment dynamics.
First orbital rocket launched from Europe crashes after takeoffIsar Aerospace's initial test of the Spectrum rocket ended in explosion shortly after launch, highlighting challenges in commercial spaceflight.
Germany takes on Elon Musk's SpaceX with 95ft Spectrum rocketIsar Aerospace aims to launch the first rocket from European soil with its Spectrum rocket, changing satellite deployment dynamics.
First orbital rocket launched from Europe crashes after takeoffIsar Aerospace's initial test of the Spectrum rocket ended in explosion shortly after launch, highlighting challenges in commercial spaceflight.
Space cowboys: The maverick pioneers of galactic travelOTRAG's innovative modular rocketry design aimed for affordable space access but was halted by political pressures, influencing future aerospace efforts.
Video Shows Mars and Deimos Close Up During ESA's Hera FlybyHera spacecraft successfully captured striking images of Mars and Deimos during its flyby.The Mars flyby provided crucial data for Hera's mission to study asteroid Dimorphos.
Passing probe captures images of mysterious Mars moonHera spacecraft captures images of Mars's moon Deimos en route to distant asteroids.
Europe's first Mars rover will have UK-built landerEurope's Rosalind Franklin rover will launch in 2028 to explore Mars for signs of past life.
Euclid releases first data on mission to map universe DW 03/19/2025The Euclid telescope will map one-third of the sky, aiming to deepen our understanding of dark energy and dark matter.
Video Shows Mars and Deimos Close Up During ESA's Hera FlybyHera spacecraft successfully captured striking images of Mars and Deimos during its flyby.The Mars flyby provided crucial data for Hera's mission to study asteroid Dimorphos.
Passing probe captures images of mysterious Mars moonHera spacecraft captures images of Mars's moon Deimos en route to distant asteroids.
Europe's first Mars rover will have UK-built landerEurope's Rosalind Franklin rover will launch in 2028 to explore Mars for signs of past life.
Euclid releases first data on mission to map universe DW 03/19/2025The Euclid telescope will map one-third of the sky, aiming to deepen our understanding of dark energy and dark matter.
Juventus and Lunar Outpost Partner to Celebrate Innovation and Space Exploration | stupidDOPEJuventus becomes the first football club to partner in a lunar mission, blending football culture with space exploration.
Armstrong's Gold Chronograph: Lunar Legacy Timekeeper Awaits New Guardian - Yanko DesignA unique lunar chronometer symbolizes humanity's achievement in space exploration, soon to be auctioned in April 2025.
How Real' Are the Colors in Astronomical Images?Astronomical images from telescopes do not represent the exact sight of celestial objects as perceived by the human eye.
Mysterious radio signals discovered in 'unprecedented' part of spaceScientists have traced mysterious radio signals from space to a binary star system, marking a significant discovery in astrophysics.
World's largest digital camera created in the Bay Area installed in Chile: Here's a lookThe LSST camera aims to transform our understanding of the universe by creating a detailed time-lapse record of the sky over a decade.
Euclid space telescope captures 'extremely rare' double gravitational lensesEuclid's first data batch could transform our comprehension of dark matter and universe expansion.26 million galaxies spotted, some 10.5 billion light years away, providing ancient cosmic insights.
Just one exo-Earth pixel can reveal continents, oceans, and moreThe discovery of nearly 6,000 confirmed exoplanets signifies a major shift in astronomy.Emerging telescope technology will enable direct imaging of Earth-like planets, raising possibilities for extraterrestrial life.
Astronomers Investigate Whether Dying Star's Blast of Deadly Gamma Radiation Will Hit EarthWR 104's tilted orbit means Earth will likely be safe from its eventual gamma ray burst.
How Real' Are the Colors in Astronomical Images?Astronomical images from telescopes do not represent the exact sight of celestial objects as perceived by the human eye.
Mysterious radio signals discovered in 'unprecedented' part of spaceScientists have traced mysterious radio signals from space to a binary star system, marking a significant discovery in astrophysics.
World's largest digital camera created in the Bay Area installed in Chile: Here's a lookThe LSST camera aims to transform our understanding of the universe by creating a detailed time-lapse record of the sky over a decade.
Euclid space telescope captures 'extremely rare' double gravitational lensesEuclid's first data batch could transform our comprehension of dark matter and universe expansion.26 million galaxies spotted, some 10.5 billion light years away, providing ancient cosmic insights.
Just one exo-Earth pixel can reveal continents, oceans, and moreThe discovery of nearly 6,000 confirmed exoplanets signifies a major shift in astronomy.Emerging telescope technology will enable direct imaging of Earth-like planets, raising possibilities for extraterrestrial life.
Astronomers Investigate Whether Dying Star's Blast of Deadly Gamma Radiation Will Hit EarthWR 104's tilted orbit means Earth will likely be safe from its eventual gamma ray burst.
Elon Musk offered a 'nuclear power plant' by Moscow for Mars mission - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comRussia offers advanced technologies, including a nuclear power plant, for Elon Musk's Mars mission.
This Place Feels Like Heaven Boston Condos For Sale Ford RealtyResidents on Mars can now focus on enjoyment thanks to new technology that handles daily chores.
Elon Musk offered a 'nuclear power plant' by Moscow for Mars mission - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comRussia offers advanced technologies, including a nuclear power plant, for Elon Musk's Mars mission.
This Place Feels Like Heaven Boston Condos For Sale Ford RealtyResidents on Mars can now focus on enjoyment thanks to new technology that handles daily chores.
I just returned from my second voyage to space on Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin. The 10-minute trip changed my perspective on life.Space travel has profoundly influenced Lane Bess's perspective on life and humanity's limitations.
Nasa drops plan to land first woman and first person of color on the moonNASA has removed its commitment to land the first woman and person of color on the moon, aligning with Trump's directive to eliminate DEI practices.
What nine months in space does to the human bodyTime in space can disrupt bodily functions, leading to muscle weakness, changes in heart function, and weakened bones.
India approves Chandrayaan-5 moon mission DW 03/17/2025India has officially approved the Chandrayaan-5 moon mission, featuring a rover to study the lunar surface in collaboration with Japan.
See Firefly's Blue Ghost lander bathed in red during solar eclipse captured from the moonThe lunar eclipse from Earth appeared as a solar eclipse from the moon, captured by Firefly's Blue Ghost lander.
Mysterious Signal Coming From a Dead Star and Its CompanionAstronomers found that a mysterious radio signal from deep space originates from a binary star system emitting radio emissions due to their magnetic interactions.
Eric Schmidt named CEO of a rocket startup. It could put him in competition with Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos.Eric Schmidt becomes CEO of Relativity Space, which is focused on reusable rockets and Mars colonization.
How 3D printing will help astronauts survive on the Moon and Mars3D printers will be essential for future space explorers on the Moon and Mars, enabling survival in harsh environments.
Eric Schmidt named CEO of a rocket startup. It could put him in competition with Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos.Eric Schmidt becomes CEO of Relativity Space, which is focused on reusable rockets and Mars colonization.
How 3D printing will help astronauts survive on the Moon and Mars3D printers will be essential for future space explorers on the Moon and Mars, enabling survival in harsh environments.
It's human conceit to think we're alone': life must extend beyond earth, leading space scientist saysLife likely exists beyond Earth, as believing otherwise showcases human arrogance, according to Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock.