Armageddon Asteroid Defence Vindicated by Science
Scientists confirm nuclear deflection could protect Earth from asteroids, as new simulations show space rocks strengthen under impact, validating Hollywood's 1998 blockbuster premise.
Category : Space
Russia's Space Threat: Satellites Could Be Crashed
Security officials warn Russian space vehicles can manipulate and crash European satellites, intercepting communications of over a dozen key assets in orbit.
NASA Delay Sparks Conspiracy Theories About 1969 Alien Discovery
The postponement of NASA's Artemis II moon mission has revived decades-old conspiracy theories about astronauts allegedly discovering extraterrestrial life during the Apollo 11 landing in 1969.
NASA Moon Mission Delayed After Fuel Leak in Test
NASA postpones its Artemis moon rocket launch to March after encountering significant hydrogen fuel leaks during a crucial wet dress rehearsal test at Kennedy Space Center.
NASA Moon Mission Delay Sparks Conspiracy Theories
NASA's Artemis II mission faces another postponement to March, reigniting online conspiracy theories about moon landings while officials cite safety testing as the cause.
Nasa Delays Moon Rocket Launch After Fuel Leaks
Nasa postpones the Artemis II mission to March after hydrogen leaks and valve issues were found during a critical test of the SLS rocket at Kennedy Space Center.
Artemis II Moon Mission Launch Pushed Back to March
NASA has postponed the Artemis II launch by at least a month due to a liquid hydrogen leak during a wet dress rehearsal, with the crew now leaving quarantine.
NASA Moon Rocket Launch Delayed to March After Fuel Leaks
NASA has postponed the launch of its new moon rocket to March following the discovery of hydrogen fuel leaks during a crucial pre-flight test at Kennedy Space Center.
China's 'Star Wars' Space Carrier Plan: 88 Jets in 30 Years
China reveals plans for a colossal 'Luanniao' space carrier deploying 88 unmanned stealth jets, aiming for flight within decades amid feasibility doubts.
NASA Artemis 2 Moon Mission Delayed by Hydrogen Leak
NASA's Artemis 2 moon mission faces significant postponement after a liquid hydrogen leak was discovered during testing, pushing the earliest launch to March.
SpaceX Merges with xAI to Power AI from Space
Elon Musk's SpaceX has acquired his AI firm xAI, merging rockets and AI to pursue space-based datacenters and solar-powered satellites for sustainable AI growth.
NASA Test Decides Artemis Moon Launch Timing
NASA conducts a crucial fueling test for its new moon rocket, determining if a crewed lunar fly-around mission can launch as soon as this weekend.
NASA Moon Rocket Fuel Test for Artemis Astronauts
NASA has begun a crucial fueling test of its new moon rocket, which will determine when astronauts can launch on a lunar fly-around mission as soon as this weekend.
Artemis II Moon Mission Enters Critical Rehearsal Phase
NASA's Artemis II mission is undergoing a vital wet dress rehearsal, loading over 700,000 gallons of fuel in a simulated launch test ahead of a potential moon launch later this month.
Artemis II Crew Readies for First Moon Mission in 50 Years
Four astronauts are set to embark on NASA's Artemis II mission, marking the first crewed lunar journey since Apollo 17 in 1972, with a critical dress rehearsal underway despite weather delays.
Orion Dominates February Night Sky: Stargazer's Guide
The constellation Orion the Hunter is prominently visible in the February night sky, offering a spectacular view for astronomers and casual observers across the UK.
Challenger Pilot's Final Words Before Disaster Revealed
New details emerge about the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster, revealing pilot Michael Smith's chilling final words and evidence suggesting crew consciousness during the fatal descent.
Sydney Lab Makes Cosmic Dust to Study Life's Building Blocks
A University of Sydney PhD student is reverse-engineering cosmic dust in the lab, aiming to reveal how organic matter from space contributed to life on Earth.
ISS Installed Special Espresso Machine After Astronaut Complaint
The International Space Station, a £86bn marvel of global cooperation, installed a specially engineered espresso machine after Italian astronaut Luca Parmitano voiced dissatisfaction with the onboard coffee quality.
NASA Starts Practice Countdown for First Crewed Moonshot in 53 Years
NASA has initiated a crucial two-day practice countdown for its first astronaut moon mission in over five decades, testing the Space Launch System rocket ahead of a planned lunar flyby.
Columbia Astronauts' Final Moments Before Tragic Re-entry
New insights reveal the Space Shuttle Columbia crew remained unaware of critical heat shield damage during their final descent in 2003, with NASA mission control facing impossible decisions.
Artemis II Moon Mission: Seven Critical Risks Revealed
As NASA prepares for the historic Artemis II lunar mission, experts outline seven worst-case scenarios astronauts must overcome, from launch pad fires to heatshield failures during re-entry.
SpaceX and xAI Merger Talks for Space AI
Elon Musk's SpaceX and xAI are exploring a merger to combine rockets, satellites, and AI, aiming for space-based data centres by 2028.
Artemis II Moon Mission Delayed by Florida Cold Weather
Nasa postpones first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years due to unseasonable cold at Kennedy Space Center, with launch now targeted for early February.
Artemis Moon Mission Delayed by Extreme Cold Weather
NASA postpones first crewed moon mission in 50 years due to near-freezing temperatures at Florida launch site, with new target date set for February 8th.
Chinese Rocket Crashes in Pacific After UK Alert Scare
A Chinese Zhuque-3 rocket has crashed into the Southern Pacific Ocean, ending fears that prompted UK authorities to ready the national emergency alert system for potential falling debris.
Cosmic 'Heartbeat' Pulses Mystery Unravelled by Astronomers
Astronomers have identified a long-period transient, GPM J1839-10, as a white dwarf-M-dwarf binary, solving the puzzle of six-hour radio pulses from space and linking it to white dwarf pulsars.
NASA Delays Artemis Moon Mission Over Cold Weather
NASA postpones the first crewed Artemis moonshot to February 8 due to near-freezing temperatures at the Florida launch site, impacting critical pre-launch tests.
NASA Artemis 2 Moon Mission Launch Delayed
NASA has postponed the Artemis 2 Moon mission launch from February 6 to February 8 due to cold weather, with a wet dress rehearsal rescheduled for February 2.
Earth-Like Exoplanet Discovered 146 Light Years Away
Astronomers have identified HD 137010 b, a rocky exoplanet orbiting a Sun-like star that could potentially support life despite frigid surface temperatures.
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