Summary A toxic odor was detected on the ISS after astronauts opened the Progress MS-29 cargo ship. The crew acted fast by sealing the hatch and using air filters to clean the station’s atmosphere. Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore remain on an extended mission due to Starliner’s return issues. Astronauts aboard the International Space Station […]
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James Webb and Hubble Capture Detailed Images of Merging Galaxies IC 2163 and NGC 2207
Summary The new Webb and Hubble images reveal how galaxy mergers unfold in fine detail. Scientists are using both infrared and visible light to study dust, stars, and structure together. Tracking IC 2163 and NGC 2207 helps explain how galaxies change and grow over time. The European Space Agency (ESA) released new images of the […]
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NASA’s SpaceX Crew-8 Returns Safely to Earth After Nearly Eight Months on ISS
Summary NASA’s SpaceX Crew-8’s return showed how flexible planning helps NASA handle mission delays smoothly. The long stay gave astronauts more time to support science and keep the ISS running well. SpaceX continues to be key in keeping crews safe and the station fully staffed. NASA’s SpaceX Crew-8 astronauts returned to Earth aboard the SpaceX […]
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James Webb Spots Possible First Brown Dwarfs Beyond the Milky Way in Star Cluster NGC 602
Summary Webb has spotted possible brown dwarfs in another galaxy for the first time. The findings could help explain how stars and smaller objects form in different conditions. The new image of NGC 602 shows Webb’s ability to capture distant clusters with striking detail. Astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) have identified what […]
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ESA and NASA’s Euclid Telescope Reveals 208-Gigapixel Sky Mosaic at Milan Congress
Summary Euclid has released its first detailed mosaic, offering a preview of its massive sky survey. The telescope’s early results already showcase millions of stars and galaxies with high clarity. The mission is expected to create the most extensive 3D map of the universe to date. On October 15, the European Space Agency (ESA) and […]
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Prada and Axiom Space Unveil New Lunar Spacesuit for NASA’s Artemis III Astronauts in Milan
Summary NASA’s next lunar mission will use a newly designed suit built for comfort and safety. The design combines Prada’s experience in advanced materials with Axiom’s engineering expertise. The suit reflects a shift toward modern gear as space travel expands to more diverse crews. Italian fashion house Prada and Houston-based startup Axiom Space have revealed […]
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NASA’s Europa Clipper Launches on $5 Billion Mission to Hunt for Life on Jupiter’s Moon
Summary Europa Clipper is NASA’s most ambitious mission yet to study an icy moon for signs of habitability. The spacecraft will make nearly 50 flybys of Europa instead of orbiting it directly. Scientists hope data from the mission will guide future attempts to land on Europa’s surface. NASA’s Europa Clipper spacecraft has begun its journey […]
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NASA’s Europa Clipper to Hunt for Habitable Ocean World
Summary Europa Clipper has launched to explore whether Jupiter’s moon could host conditions for life. The spacecraft will conduct dozens of flybys to study the moon’s ice, ocean, and atmosphere. The mission sets the stage for future probes that may one day land and drill through Europa’s ice shell. NASA’s Europa Clipper spacecraft has begun […]
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James Webb Telescope Captures Rare Image of Super Star Cluster Westerlund-1 Inside Our Galaxy
Summary Webb’s latest image of Westerlund-1 shows one of the densest star clusters in our galaxy. The cluster’s mix of massive, aging stars offers scientists a rare study opportunity. Data from this survey could reshape how astronomers understand star and planet formation. NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has captured a striking image of Westerlund-1, one […]
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NASA Shuts Down Voyager 2 Instrument to Conserve Power as Probe Ventures Deeper Into Space
Summary NASA shut down Voyager 2’s plasma science instrument to conserve its limited power supply. The probe still operates three active instruments as it sends data from interstellar space. Engineers expect Voyager 2 to keep running at least one instrument into the 2030s. NASA has switched off one of Voyager 2’s science instruments as the […]