Growing Food in Space Requires Unconventional Methods
Researchers turn to human waste as a vital resource for future space missions
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Feb 22, 2026
Time's True Nature Revealed
A quiet revolution in physics is underway, challenging the long-held notion that time is a fundamental aspect of reality, and instead, suggesting it may be an emergent property.
Feb 22, 2026
NASA's Perseverance Rover Gets Its Own GPS on Mars
A new navigation system enables the rover to chart its own course
Feb 22, 2026
Why Do Some Places See More Solar Eclipses Than Others?
Some regions on Earth experience a disproportionate number of solar eclipses, while others go centuries without witnessing one. But what drives this uneven distribution?
Feb 22, 2026
Spacecraft Eyes Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS in Risky Maneuver
Ambitious Plan Aims to Intercept Rare Visitor from Another Star System
Feb 22, 2026
SpaceX Sets New Reuse Record with Back-to-Back Starlink Launches
Second Falcon 9 Rocket Launch Marks New Milestone in Space Technology
Feb 22, 2026
Annular solar eclipse turns the sun into a after 4 fresh reports
This week, astronomy enthusiasts and space enthusiasts alike are in for a treat as a series of rare celestial events and new discoveries converge.
Feb 22, 2026
Space Exploration Advances with New Discoveries and Missions
Recent breakthroughs in lunar samples, solar eclipses, and space agency milestones
Feb 22, 2026
Moon Takes Center Stage in Space Exploration
New missions, rocket tests, and lunar celebrations mark a busy period
Feb 22, 2026
Can We Really Settle the Moon or Mars?
NASA and SpaceX plans, Saturn's rings, and the challenges of space exploration
Mar 28, 2026
Artemis 2 Moon Mission Prepares for Historic Launch
NASA's First Crewed Flight Around the Moon in Over 50 Years
Mar 21, 2026
The moon's going to get crowded. We should protect our heritage on it while we still can
As the world marks a new era in space exploration, the Moon is poised to become a hub of activity, with NASA predicting over 100 new lunar missions in the next decade.
Mar 21, 2026
NASA's Artemis 2 Mission Prepares for Launch Amid Lunar Governance Debates
As the Artemis Accords nations struggle to define emergency response protocols on the moon, NASA's Artemis 2 mission is set to launch in early April, marking a significant step towards returning humans to the
Mar 21, 2026
The Sun’s Long-Lived Active Regions Are Massive Flare Factories—But We Don’t Know Why
Space research has been abuzz with new discoveries and theoretical breakthroughs.
Mar 21, 2026
What's Happening in Space This Weekend?
A busy weekend in space exploration includes NASA's Artemis II launch preparations, a potential boost to the northern lights, and a search for a lost Mars probe.
Mar 21, 2026
Northern lights may be visible in 18 states tonight and over the weekend
NASA's Artemis 2 moon rocket returns to the launch pad as aurora chasers prepare for spectacular views across 18 states.
Mar 21, 2026
What's Next for Space Exploration and Science?
NASA's recent news includes a rocket swap for a GPS launch, university finalists for a technology competition, and new insights into a comet's composition.
Mar 21, 2026
New Discoveries in Space Exploration and Aviation
A Saturn-mass world orbits two low-mass stars, while NASA's X-59 aircraft takes to the skies and astronomers discover new moons of Jupiter and Saturn.
Mar 14, 2026
Exploring the Wonders of Space: From Red Dwarf to Meteor Crater
Uncovering the secrets of the universe, from a beloved sci-fi show to the mysteries of the night sky
Mar 14, 2026
Is the Universe a Perfect Creation?
The universe's imperfections are what make it interesting, from the random ripples in quantum fields to the powerful particle accelerators surrounding planets.
Mar 7, 2026
The coldest 'stars' in the galaxy might actually be alien megastructures
NASA's DART Mission, Deep-Space Nebulae, and the Search for Alien Megastructures
Feb 28, 2026
Rubin Observatory to Unleash Tidal Wave of Discoveries
Telescope's Alert System Sends 800,000 Notifications, a Glimpse of What's to Come
Feb 28, 2026
As Space Tech Advances, Humans May Become Obsolete
With robotic technology rapidly advancing, some experts question whether humans are still necessary for space exploration, while others ponder the legality of owning and selling moon rocks and lunar samples.
Feb 28, 2026
Can We Expect More Sensuality in Space?
Star Trek Rediscovers Its Sexy Side as a Rare Celestial Event Approaches