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Space Station Pictured From A SpaceX Crew Dragon
SpaceRef - 18 Dec 2021 03:11
This mosaic depicts the International Space Station pictured from the SpaceX Crew Dragon Endeavour during a fly around of the orbiting lab that took place following its undocking from the Harmony module's space-facing po...
Artemis I SLS Is Fully Stacked
SpaceRef - 18 Dec 2021 03:01
NASA's massive Space Launch System (SLS) rocket for the agency's Artemis I mission is shown fully stacked - with NASA's Orion spacecraft atop - inside Kennedy Space Center's Vehicle Assembly Building on Dec. 13, 2021....
The Moon is a Barren and Desolate, but Lunar Caves Could Offer Some Shelter From the Harsh Environment
Universe Today - 18 Dec 2021 00:29
New research shows that cave and pits on the Moon range considerably in terms of temperature, which is vital knowledge for the creation of future bases. The post The Moon is a Barren and Desolate, but Lunar Caves Could O...
Falcon 9 sets reuse milestone with Starlink launch
Space News - 18 Dec 2021 22:35
A SpaceX Falcon 9 launched a new set of Starlink satellites Dec. 18, setting a new reusability mark for the vehicle in the process. SpaceNews
How Mathematicians Cracked the Zodiac Killer's Cipher
Discover - 18 Dec 2021 22:00
After 50+ years, a trio of codebreakers solves the puzzle and earns a nod from the FBI.
SpaceX launches 52 Starlink satellites from California base
Phys.org - 18 Dec 2021 21:58
A SpaceX rocket carried 52 Starlink internet satellites into orbit from California early Saturday.
New space telescope to uncover secrets of Universe's origins
Phys.org - 18 Dec 2021 19:50
The NASA-led James Webb Space Telescope, which includes hardware designed and built at UCL and which will image the very first stars to shine in the Universe, is scheduled to be launched into space later this month.
James Cameron recounts 50 years of cinematic art in lavish 'Tech Noir' book (exclusive)
SPACE.com - 18 Dec 2021 18:34
Insight Editions has just released "Tech Noir: The Art of James Cameron," showcasing works from Cameron's personal collection and rare archives.
'Star Trek: Discovery' season 4, episode 5 pulls a handbrake turn at maximum warp (recap)
SPACE.com - 18 Dec 2021 18:03
The very nature of the dark matter anomaly has changed somewhat in Star Trek: Discovery season 5 episode 5.
NASA Sets Coverage, Invites Public to View Webb Telescope Launch
NASA Breaking news - 18 Dec 2021 17:20NASA Weekly ISS Space to Ground Report for 17 November, 2021 - Keeping Clean in Space
SpaceRef - 18 Dec 2021 16:38
NASA's Space to Ground is your weekly update on what's happening aboard the International Space Station....
Astronomy Jargon 101: Galactic Halo
Universe Today - 18 Dec 2021 16:34
In this series we are exploring the weird and wonderful world of astronomy jargon! You'll wrap your head around today’s topic: galactic halo! When you look at a random galaxy, your eye is drawn to the disk. That’s n...
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope officially set to launch Dec. 24
SPACE.com - 18 Dec 2021 16:18
NASA's newest flagship observatory is about to begin an incredible journey and now has an official launch date: Dec. 24.
Comet Leonard may have spawned meteor shower on Venus
SPACE.com - 18 Dec 2021 15:38
Comet Leonard may be sparking meteor showers at Venus this weekend during a relatively close approach of the comet to the planet.
SpaceX launches Falcon 9 rocket on record 11th flight carrying 52 Starlink satellites
SPACE.com - 18 Dec 2021 15:31
SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket for a record 11th time Saturday (Dec. 18) to deliver 52 Starlink satellites into orbit.
Webb launch confirmed for 24 December
ESA - 18 Dec 2021 15:30
The James Webb Space Telescope is confirmed for the target launch date of 24 December, at 12:20 GMT / 13:20 CET.
Space Force celebrates second anniversary as arms race in space heats up
Space News - 18 Dec 2021 15:18
On the second anniversary of the U.S. Space Force, officials are calling attention to its accomplishments as well as looming challenges posed by Russian and Chinese anti-satellite weapons. SpaceNews
SpaceX vs. the world
Space News - 18 Dec 2021 11:20
SpaceX has legions of fans worldwide cheering every minor development. And yet, at times, it can seem like the whole world is taking on SpaceX as the company expands from launch vehicles to satellite broadband to lunar l...
Norrin Radd rides again in first look at Marvel Comics' new 'Silver Surfer: Rebirth #1' (exclusive)
SPACE.com - 18 Dec 2021 03:49
The Sentinel of the Spaceways returns in January from veteran creators Ron Marz and Ron Lim.
Comet Leonard's discoverer shares tips to spot it in the night sky now (before it's gone for good)
SPACE.com - 18 Dec 2021 02:56
The discoverer of Comet Leonard has shared a few tips to help see the bright object in the night sky this month.
JWST launch rescheduled for Dec. 24
Space News - 18 Dec 2021 01:22
With a communications glitch resolved, NASA and the European Space Agency have rescheduled the launch of the James Webb Space Telescope on an Ariane 5 for Dec. 24. SpaceNews