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Trump Backs Billionaire Isaacman for NASA Role

Exclusive: Donald Trump plans to nominate Jared Isaacman, the billionaire behind historic private space missions, to lead NASA in a dramatic shake-up of America's space programme.

Super-Earth Found That Could Host Alien Life

Scientists have identified a nearby exoplanet just 137 light-years away that shows promising signs of being a 'water world' with potential conditions suitable for life, marking a significant breakthrough in the search for habitable planets.

NASA probes first interstellar visitor for planetary defence

In an unprecedented space security operation, NASA's planetary defence team has turned its attention to our solar system's first confirmed interstellar visitor - the mysterious 3I/Atlas object. Discover how scientists are studying this celestial traveller

Mysterious Galactic Glow Baffles Astronomers

Astronomers have detected a mysterious, unexplained glow emanating from the centre of our Milky Way galaxy, challenging current understanding of cosmic phenomena and leaving scientists searching for answers.

NASA JPL axes 550 jobs in major workforce reduction

Exclusive: NASA's prestigious Jet Propulsion Laboratory announces devastating workforce reduction affecting 550 employees, sending shockwaves through California's space industry as budget uncertainty takes its toll.

Stadium-Sized Asteroid to Pass Closer Than Moon in 2029

A massive asteroid larger than a football stadium will skim past Earth at just 19,635 miles in 2029 - closer than our Moon and some satellites. NASA reveals whether we should be concerned about this cosmic near-miss.

Rare Supermoon Coming to UK Skies in October 2025

Mark your calendars for a breathtaking celestial event as a rare supermoon will illuminate British night skies in October 2025, offering spectacular viewing opportunities across the UK.

Rogue Planet Discovered: Billions of Tonnes in Space

Astronomers have made a stunning discovery - a massive free-floating planet, weighing billions of tonnes, roaming untethered through space without orbiting any star. This cosmic wanderer challenges everything we know about planetary formation.

NASA insiders warn of catastrophic space tragedy

Shocking revelations from NASA whistleblowers expose critical safety gaps in America's space programme, with experts warning that astronauts face 'unacceptable risks' during upcoming missions.

Skyscraper-Sized Asteroid to Pass Closer Than Moon

A massive asteroid the size of a New York skyscraper is set to make a breathtakingly close pass by Earth, with NASA confirming it will come closer than the Moon. Here's what you need to know about 2024 MK.

NASA's Nuclear Rocket Could Halve Mars Travel Time

NASA is reigniting its nuclear thermal propulsion programme, a revolutionary technology that could slash the journey to Mars to just four months, opening a new era of deep space exploration.

Earth's Secret 'Quasi-Moon' Discovered By Astronomers

British astronomers have identified a remarkable 'quasi-moon'—a near-Earth asteroid, 2023 FW13, that has been gravitationally bound to our planet since 100 BC and will remain so until AD 3700. This astonishing celestial partner represents one of the most

NASA Teases Major Mars Life Discovery

NASA sparks global speculation with a mysterious announcement about a significant discovery from the Mars Perseverance rover, prompting theories about potential evidence of past or present life on the Red Planet.

Scientists Hunt Elusive Black Hole From Big Bang

British scientists are leading the hunt for a hypothetical 'primordial' black hole, a relic from the Big Bang that could rewrite our understanding of the universe's formation and dark matter.

UK Blood Moon Lunar Eclipse: September 2025 Viewing Guide

Mark your calendars for 7th September 2025! The UK is set to witness a stunning total lunar eclipse, also known as a Blood Moon. Our complete guide tells you exactly when and how to watch this rare astronomical event from Britain.

New Theory Finally Explains Mysterious 'Oumuamua Object

Groundbreaking research from the University of California, Berkeley, challenges previous theories, suggesting the first-known interstellar visitor was a comet after all, propelled by invisible hydrogen gas. Discover the new cosmic clues.

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