SpaceX
23 articles · Jan 2026 — Feb 2026
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Space Exploration Faces Challenges and Breakthroughs
Delays, discoveries, and new leadership shape the future of space travel
Space Exploration and Discovery: A Tale of Two Frontiers
From lunar missions to celestial bodies, new findings and setbacks abound
Growing Food in Space Requires Unconventional Methods
Researchers turn to human waste as a vital resource for future space missions
Moon Takes Center Stage in Space Exploration
New missions, rocket tests, and lunar celebrations mark a busy period
Can We Really Settle the Moon or Mars?
NASA and SpaceX plans, Saturn's rings, and the challenges of space exploration
Will SpaceX's Starship Fly on NASA's Revamped Artemis 3 Mission?
Changes to lunar exploration program raise questions about Starship's role
February finale: SpaceX wraps up month with three Starlink launches this week
SpaceX wrapped up its February 2026 launch schedule with a flurry of activity, successfully deploying 83 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit via three Falcon 9 launches from two different launch sites.
Space Explorations Advance with New Launches and Discoveries
China's Shenlong Space Plane Takes Flight as NASA and SpaceX Collaborate on Resupply Mission
Space Exploration Hits Snags and Milestones
Artemis 2 moon rocket faces delays, while SpaceX achieves rare landing and scientists track rocket re-entry pollution
Can you really survive on Mars? What science fiction gets wrong about off-world living
NASA's struggles with Boeing's Starliner and SpaceX's air pollution raise questions about the future of space travel
Cosmic Mysteries Unraveled: New Discoveries in Space Exploration
From Magnetic Dead Stars to Galaxy Evolution and SpaceX Launches
Soft Power Pays Off: How Anime, Food, and Space Bets Create Billionaires
Japan's soft power is generating enormous wealth for its entrepreneurs, with anime, food, and even space-related investments creating a new class of billionaires. Meanwhile, a Korean brokerage firm's stock has surged 200% due to its association with Elon Musk's SpaceX.
Global Developments: Iran Deal, SpaceX Pollution, and Lobbying Firm Woes
The world is watching as the US and Iran engage in high-stakes nuclear negotiations, while a SpaceX rocket crash has shed light on the environmental impact of space exploration. Meanwhile, a lobbying firm co-founded by Peter Mandelson is facing collapse. Here's a closer look at these global developments.
News Briefs: Embracing Culture, AI Concerns, and Space Exploration
From Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola's thoughts on embracing other cultures to concerns over AI-generated videos and a SpaceX rocket launch, here's a rundown of the latest news from around the world.
NASA Prepares for Crewed Mission to ISS as SpaceX's Falcon 9 Rocket Cleared to Fly Again
After a medical evacuation and a brief grounding, NASA's Crew-12 mission is set to launch on February 11, marking the first flight to the International Space Station since the incident. Meanwhile, astronomers explore new methods for searching for advanced alien life, and a stunning photo of the Grand Canyon from space highlights the beauty of our planet.
Space Exploration Advances: New Discoveries, Missions, and Technologies Take Shape
Recent breakthroughs in space exploration include the detection of a supermassive black hole jet, preparations for the Artemis II mission, and the development of new technologies for gravitational wave detection and Earth system exploration. NASA and private companies like SpaceX are making strides in advancing our understanding of the universe and improving capabilities for space travel. These advancements bring us closer to a new era of space exploration and discovery.
Exploring the Cosmos: NASA and SpaceX Make Strides in Space Exploration and Research
NASA and SpaceX are pushing the boundaries of space exploration and research, with NASA's Artemis II mission preparing to launch around the moon and SpaceX shifting its launch operations to Cape Canaveral. Meanwhile, scientists are making breakthroughs in detecting gravitational waves and mapping supermassive black holes, and NASA has selected two new Earth System Explorers missions to study our planet.
NASA and SpaceX Face Challenges as Artemis Moon Rocket Leaks Persist and Falcon 9 Missions are Grounded
Despite years of efforts to address fuel leaks, NASA's Artemis moon rocket continues to experience issues, while SpaceX has grounded its Falcon 9 missions due to an unspecified problem, potentially impacting the next ISS launch. Meanwhile, the space agency celebrates a milestone with its Perseverance Mars rover and explores the mysteries of the universe's age.
SpaceX Aims for One Million Satellites, Rybakina's Australian Open Triumph, Deadly Winter Storm, and Starmer's Invitation to Japan PM
Elon Musk's SpaceX has applied for permission to launch one million satellites into orbit. The company aims to create a network of "orbital data centres" that will power artificial intelligence systems. In the world of sports, Elena Rybakina claimed her second major title at the Australian Open after a four-year wait.
Elon Musk's SpaceX Eyeing Merger with xAI, Planetary Alignment for IPO, Honeywell Soars, and Global Tensions
Elon Musk's SpaceX is reportedly in merger talks with his artificial intelligence firm xAI. Honeywell's strong guidance and early aerospace spinoff mark industry changes. Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions rise as US military forces build up in the Middle East.
News Roundup: Lawmakers Propose Porn Taxes, SpaceX Expands Starlink, and More
This week, conservative lawmakers proposed a tax on porn, while SpaceX received permission to launch more Starlink satellites. Meanwhile, the European Space Agency considers revamping the Ariane 6 rocket and a measles outbreak continues in South Carolina.
Exploring the Cosmos: From Habitable Moons to Black Holes and Lunar Landings
Recent developments in space exploration have shed new light on the search for habitable moons, the wonders of the lunar surface, and the mysteries of black holes. With private spacecraft gearing up for lunar landings and new satellite launches, the cosmos is an exciting frontier for discovery.
Space Exploration Enters a New Era: Navigating the Risks and Opportunities of a Crowded Cosmos
As space agencies and private companies launch more satellites and probes into orbit, the risk of space debris hitting airplanes is on the rise. Meanwhile, scientists are exploring new frontiers in space, from very low Earth orbit satellites to the use of gravitational waves to decode dark matter. Here's what you need to know about the latest developments in space exploration.