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fromWIRED
16 hours ago

How Can Astronauts Tell How Fast They're Going?

Spaceships lack direct speed measurement methods, requiring physics-based techniques to determine velocity during space travel.
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen reflects on his mission its challenges and its joy | CBC News

I would have loved to have gotten to space earlier, obviously. But NASA's space program changed. The shuttle ended and the moon program at that time got significantly delayed and then it morphed. Some of that was challenging, but also, you have to just make the best of it. And I really enjoyed the journey along the way.
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Games
fromInverse
3 days ago

Star Trek's Most Punishing Game Has Finally Fixed Its Biggest Problem

Traveling 70,000 light-years back to Earth is a significant challenge, even in the Star Trek universe.
#nasa
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fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Artemis II is going so well that we're left to talk about frozen urine

Public interest in Orion's toilet highlights challenges of space travel, emphasizing the importance of functional life support systems for future missions.
Science
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Data From Chinese Moon Lander Shows Signs of Peculiar Radiation "Cavity"

NASA's Artemis 2 mission may expose astronauts to high radiation levels, but a newly discovered cavity could provide temporary shelter from cosmic rays.
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 days ago

Artemis II made a safe return from the moon. So what did we really gain?

NASA's Artemis II mission successfully completed a journey of 694,481 miles, marking a significant milestone in lunar exploration.
Science
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

The Artemis II crew saw parts of the moon never seen before. Here's what they said

NASA's Artemis II mission achieved the farthest human travel into space, observing previously unseen parts of the moon.
Science
fromMashable
1 week ago

A Nutella jar floats through zero-g with Artemis II crew

A jar of Nutella traveled farther in space than any human, becoming a viral sensation during NASA's Artemis II mission.
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fromFast Company
1 week ago

NASA's return to the moon just hit an awkward problem: the toilet is failing

NASA's Artemis II mission faced toilet issues, requiring astronauts to revert to older waste management methods temporarily.
Science
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Artemis II is going so well that we're left to talk about frozen urine

Public interest in Orion's toilet highlights challenges of space travel, emphasizing the importance of functional life support systems for future missions.
Science
fromFuturism
2 weeks ago

Data From Chinese Moon Lander Shows Signs of Peculiar Radiation "Cavity"

NASA's Artemis 2 mission may expose astronauts to high radiation levels, but a newly discovered cavity could provide temporary shelter from cosmic rays.
#artemis-ii
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fromFast Company
1 week ago

Moon flyby shatters Apollo 13's distance record, and also includes a solar eclipse

Artemis II astronauts completed a historic lunar flyby, setting a new distance record and preparing for future moon landings.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago

How gravity will guide the Artemis II spacecraft back to Earth

Artemis II completed the first half of its moon mission, setting a distance record of 252,756 miles from Earth during its free return trajectory.
Science
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Artemis II crew speak out at welcome home event: Earth was this lifeboat hanging in the universe'

The Artemis II astronauts received a warm welcome home after a record-breaking lunar mission, reflecting on their experiences and the beauty of Earth from space.
Science
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Artemis II crew hails golden age of space travel' as they prepare for return

Artemis II crew celebrates their lunar mission, emphasizing its potential to inspire future generations and marking a golden age of space travel.
Science
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

What Will Humanity Do With the Moon?

The Artemis II mission revives lunar exploration excitement, marking a new era of human presence on the moon with future missions planned.
Science
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Glorious Artemis II photos show the Earth, moon, and stars like you've never seen them before

Astronauts became the first humans in over 50 years to see the far side of the moon during the Artemis II mission.
Science
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Moon flyby shatters Apollo 13's distance record, and also includes a solar eclipse

Artemis II astronauts completed a historic lunar flyby, setting a new distance record and preparing for future moon landings.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 week ago

How gravity will guide the Artemis II spacecraft back to Earth

Artemis II completed the first half of its moon mission, setting a distance record of 252,756 miles from Earth during its free return trajectory.
OMG science
fromOpen Culture
1 week ago

What You Would See and Feel While Traveling Near the Speed of Light

Traveling at light speed would not negatively affect us, and visual perceptions would change dramatically as we move through space.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Play, for All (Hu)mankind: Peeling Out Where No Men Had Peeled Out Before

Play is hard to tamp down, and exuberance breaks through even as busy spacefarers are carrying along the weighty hopes of humanity.
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#artemis-2
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fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

The noisy toilet on the Artemis 2 mission: Three breakdowns, frozen urine and a mysterious smell'

The Artemis 2 mission faced a toilet malfunction shortly after launch, highlighting challenges of space travel and the importance of privacy for astronauts.
Science
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

The journey of Artemis 2 to the far side of the Moon: The challenge of exploring what no one has ever seen

The Artemis 2 mission may allow four astronauts to see the far side of the Moon for the first time in history.
OMG science
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

The noisy toilet on the Artemis 2 mission: Three breakdowns, frozen urine and a mysterious smell'

The Artemis 2 mission faced a toilet malfunction shortly after launch, highlighting challenges of space travel and the importance of privacy for astronauts.
Science
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

The journey of Artemis 2 to the far side of the Moon: The challenge of exploring what no one has ever seen

The Artemis 2 mission may allow four astronauts to see the far side of the Moon for the first time in history.
Roam Research
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Luke O'Neill: The moon landings made me a scientist - now Artemis II can do the same for a new generation

Lunar missions will provide valuable data on human health in space and inspire future generations.
fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
2 weeks ago

This $4,500 NASA Watch Reads Time Through a Prism and Only 100 Exist - Yanko Design

The new, special edition timepiece is called the Amida Digitrend NASA Tribute and is designed to capture the spirit of the era of the Space Shuttle, 'when humanity dared to reach for the stars.'
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fromMail Online
3 weeks ago

What Project Hail Mary gets WRONG, according to scientists

Project Hail Mary contains significant astrophysical inaccuracies, particularly regarding the concept of 'astrophages' and the effects of induced coma during space travel.
#science-fiction
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fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 weeks ago

Can future astronauts be put into comas for long-distance space travel?

Ryland Grace, a middle school teacher, wakes up on a spaceship to save the sun from dying, blending real science with fictional elements.
SF food
fromNature
5 months ago

Hotcakes at the end times

Comfort food and hospitality can stabilize community morale during a spaceborne emergency, as Kelley serves hotcakes instead of abandoning the diner.
fromInverse
7 months ago

Bethesda's Most Underrated RPG Is Getting A Much Needed Feature After All

If there was one thing was missing at launch, it was more immersive space travel. While not every game needs the seamless intergalactic flights of No Man's Sky, relegating something as grandiose as exploring the stars to a series of menus was something that constantly undermined Starfield's pacing. Visiting a planet in a different part of the galaxy, for instance, required several menus and clicks with multiple loading screens for before you set foot on the ground.
Video games
fromTravel + Leisure
8 months ago

I'm One of the Only Space Travel Advisors in the World-Here's How I Get My Non-astronaut Clients Into Orbit

At SpaceVIP, we're not just facilitating space travel, we're curating transformative experiences that redefine luxury. Space isn't the future; it's the now. Engaging with it could be the greatest catalyst for human change, much like AI.
Travel
fromMail Online
8 months ago

Revealed: The futuristic spaceship that could take humans to the stars

The 36 mile-long cylinder features a range of biome ecosystems, food production rooms, libraries, parks, multi-storey living areas, schools, hospitals and sports complexes.
Science
fromCreative Bloq
9 months ago

Hideo Kojima's latest game idea is his most ridiculous yet

Kojima aims to train for space travel and become the first person to create a game in orbit, demonstrating his dedication to innovative game design.
Video games
#blue-origin
fromPage Six
1 year ago
Women in technology

Jessica Alba defends pal Lauren Sanchez's controversial Blue Origin spaceflight from 'endless criticism'

fromBuzzFeed
1 year ago
OMG science

Gayle King's Comments About What It Was Like Boarding The Space Flight Are Giving Me Anxiety

fromPage Six
1 year ago
Women in technology

Jessica Alba defends pal Lauren Sanchez's controversial Blue Origin spaceflight from 'endless criticism'

fromBuzzFeed
1 year ago
OMG science

Gayle King's Comments About What It Was Like Boarding The Space Flight Are Giving Me Anxiety

fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
10 months ago

Spill-Proof Microgravity Tableware Brings Earth-Like Dining Experience To Outer Space - Yanko Design

Klinta Locmele's Zero collection redefines space dining by addressing the unique challenges of eating in microgravity, making meals comfortable and familiar for astronauts.
Everyday cooking
fromNew York Post
11 months ago

Carrie Underwood makes a dig at Katy Perry's space flight after replacing her on 'American Idol'

Underwood's statement reflects her grounded perspective on fame and adventure, emphasizing how important her life on Earth is to her, preferring not to engage in space travel.
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fromMail Online
11 months ago

Scientists say Star Wars-like travel between galaxies could be real

Warp drives could enable faster-than-light travel by bending spacetime, as theorized by scientists.
#katy-perry
Women in technology
fromPage Six
1 year ago

Exclusive | Katy Perry stung by snarky Wendy's comment about her space flight: 'Targeted hostility,' source says

Wendy's joke about Katy Perry's recent space trip was perceived as offensive and inappropriate.
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fromNew York Post
1 year ago

Katy Perry reveals how she's getting back to reality after Blue Origin backlash

Katy Perry values motherhood above all and cherishes both her experiences in space and her role as a mom.
fromPage Six
1 year ago
Women in technology

Exclusive | Katy Perry stung by snarky Wendy's comment about her space flight: 'Targeted hostility,' source says

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fromwww.mercurynews.com
11 months ago

The Best Marijuana Strains To Take To Outer Space

Katy Perry participated in a suborbital space mission with an all-female crew, highlighting the potential future inclusion of cannabis in space tourism.
Women in technology
fromFuturism
11 months ago

Katy Perry's Camp Demanding Apology From Wendy's for Shading Her Pointless Rocket Launch

The evolution of space travel reflects a significant shift from collective achievements to exclusive trips by the wealthy.
#celebrities
Independent films
fromInverse
11 months ago

70 Years Ago, A Forgotten Sci-Fi Failure Secretly Changed The Genre Forever

Paramount's investment aimed for realism in space travel through 'Conquest of Space' but faced challenges with execution.
OMG science
fromNew York Post
11 months ago

Martha Stewart takes dig at 'astronaut' Katy Perry after Blue Origin flight: 'In case you spaced out'

Martha Stewart throws shade at Katy Perry and other Blue Origin astronauts, recalling her own Zero-G flight experience to highlight her pioneering role.
US politics
fromBusiness Insider
1 year ago

Putin lauds Elon Musk, comparing him to a Soviet rocket pioneer

Putin praised Elon Musk for his accomplishments in space travel, likening him to Soviet rocket pioneer Sergei Korolev.
Fashion & style
fromBustle
1 year ago

Zendaya's Cutout Crop Top & Knit Bodysuit Served Major "Aliencore" Vibes

Zendaya merges fashion with space travel themes in her new campaign, 'Zone Dreamers', highlighting her unique style and importance in contemporary culture.
Women in technology
fromNew York Post
1 year ago

Why Katy Perry, Lauren Sanchez and Blue Origin's all-female crew may not actually be astronauts, according to the FAA rules

The Blue Origins crew may not qualify as astronauts due to FAA classification rules, despite their spaceflight.
#jeff-bezos
fromDecider
1 year ago
OMG science

Jimmy Kimmel mocks Blue Original rocket launch: First group of women to "visit outer space in a giant p***s"

fromPage Six
1 year ago
Venture

Overexcited Jeff Bezos face-plants after fiancee Lauren Sanchez's Blue Origin spaceflight safely lands

fromDecider
1 year ago
OMG science

Jimmy Kimmel mocks Blue Original rocket launch: First group of women to "visit outer space in a giant p***s"

fromPage Six
1 year ago
Venture

Overexcited Jeff Bezos face-plants after fiancee Lauren Sanchez's Blue Origin spaceflight safely lands

#aerospace
Women in technology
fromNew York Post
1 year ago

Katy Perry, Gayle King and Lauren Sanchez pose in their space suits as they prepare for Blue Origin flight

Katy Perry and an all-female crew are set to make a glam statement in space using custom-designed flight suits.
Women in technology
fromNew York Post
1 year ago

Katy Perry, Gayle King and Lauren Sanchez pose in their space suits as they prepare for Blue Origin flight

Katy Perry and an all-female crew are set to make a glam statement in space using custom-designed flight suits.
OMG science
fromNew York Post
1 year ago

What happens to Botox, fillers and implants in space? Experts weigh in

The first all-female crew flew into space, raising questions about cosmetic procedures' effects in extreme conditions.
NYC startup
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 year ago

Blue Origin Flight Will Take 6 Women, Including Gayle King and Katy Perry, to Space

The NS-31 mission will be the first all-female crew to go to space since 1963, featuring Gayle King and Katy Perry.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 year ago

How Lauren Sanchez Helped Design Blue Origin's Flight Suits

But Ms. Sanchez is part of the first all-female flight since Russia sent Valentina Tereshkova on a solo flight in 1963.
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