Space News
Blue Origin rolls out powerful New Glenn rocket for testing ahead of Mars launch (video)
SPACE.com - 8 Oct 2025 23:39
Blue Origin rolled the first stage of its powerful New Glenn rocket to the pad Wednesday (Oct. 8) for testing ahead of a planned launch of two NASA Mars probes.
Stoke Space raises $510 million
Space News - 8 Oct 2025 23:03
Stoke Space, a company developing a fully reusable launch vehicle, has raised $510 million to fund operations through its first launches, bringing its total capital raised to nearly $1 billion. The post Stoke Space raise...
Defense budgets on both sides of the Atlantic reshape space industry
Space News - 8 Oct 2025 22:10
European rearmament and Trumps Golden Dome drive surge in investments and valuations, executives say The post Defense budgets on both sides of the Atlantic reshape space industry appeared first on SpaceNews.
Blue Origin flies sixth crewed New Shepard flight of 2025
Space News - 8 Oct 2025 20:58
Blue Origin launched its sixth crewed New Shepard flight so far this year Oct. 8 as the company works to increase the vehicles flight rate. The post Blue Origin flies sixth crewed New Shepard flight of 2025 appeared firs...
Space Force sets up working capital fund for commercial space services
Space News - 8 Oct 2025 20:48
The Space Forces working capital fund will be used to buy satellite communications and other commercial space services with funds from internal Department of War customers The post Space Force sets up working capital fun...
AST SpaceMobile gains Verizon ally amid SpaceXs direct-to-device push
Space News - 8 Oct 2025 20:09
AST SpaceMobiles shares jumped more than 8% Oct. 8 after Verizon joined AT&T in signing a definitive agreement to use its planned space-based cellular network, easing investor concerns about SpaceXs aggressive push into ...
Australian nanosatellite snaps 1st selfie in space before tracking cosmic gamma-ray bursts (photo)
SPACE.com - 8 Oct 2025 20:00
Australia's SpIRIT nanosatellite has snapped its first "selfie" from space, marking a successful start to its mission.
Chinese space station astronauts feast on spicy lamb, mooncakes for mid-autumn festival (video)
SPACE.com - 8 Oct 2025 19:00
The crew on the Chinese Tiangong space station enjoyed tasty treats for mid-Autumn festival while spending time looking at the Earth below them.
Space Force taps Muons wildfire monitoring satellites for weather imaging
Space News - 8 Oct 2025 18:45
Muon Space won a $44.6 million contract to demonstrate dual-use environmental monitoring constellation The post Space Force taps Muons wildfire monitoring satellites for weather imaging appeared first on SpaceNews.
The Most Metal-Free Star Ever Observed is Found In Our Own Backyard
Universe Today - 8 Oct 2025 17:14
Astronomers find a nearly metal-free star in our own back yard, which tells us a few interesting things about early star formation.
New comet Lemmon could shine bright enough to be seen with the naked eye this October
SPACE.com - 8 Oct 2025 17:00
This newly discovered comet could soon glow bright enough for the naked eye as it sweeps through October's morning and evening skies.
These are all of our favorite deals from Prime Day in October
SPACE.com - 8 Oct 2025 16:56
Grab the best deals we have found across Lego, streaming, skywatching gear and cameras!
Watch Dune: Prophecy, Station Eleven and other Sci-Fi gems for less
SPACE.com - 8 Oct 2025 16:49
HBO Max is a treasure trove of Sci-Fi shows and movies, and thanks to this Prime Day deal, you can save 25% on Max and Starz. From sandworms to deadites, you really can't go wrong with this deal.
I can see these Prime Day telescope deals are still active but they won't last forever
SPACE.com - 8 Oct 2025 16:00
These are the best telescope deals I have seen for Amazon's Prime Day in October, with huge savings across our favorite models.
In space, everyone can hear you scream: Why sound design was 'Alien: Earth's breakout star
SPACE.com - 8 Oct 2025 16:00
How memorable sound effects elevated "Alien: Earth to the next level.
Lego Grogu with Hover Pram is discounted ahead of next year's The Mandalorian movie, but not for long
SPACE.com - 8 Oct 2025 15:45
Now is your last chance to save 30% and get the lowest price on the Lego Star Wars Grogu with Hover Pram set, as October Prime Day is soon coming to a close.
Get stunning views of the moon for less with $108 off this Celestron telescope
SPACE.com - 8 Oct 2025 15:00
30% off for Prime Day, this Celestron Astromaster 130EQ is just what you need to capture the majesty of the moon, or zoom in on the breathtaking Orionid meteor shower.
Get a closer view of comet Lemmon and save money - 20% off the Celestron Inspire 100AZ
SPACE.com - 8 Oct 2025 14:45
Amazon Prime Day in October is in its final day and this telescope deal on the Celestron Inspire 100AZ brings the price down to $304 - perfect for a better view of comet Lemmon.
Blue Origin launches 6 'Space Nomads,' including mystery passenger, on suborbital space tourist flight (video)
SPACE.com - 8 Oct 2025 14:40
Blue Origin launched its 15th space tourism mission today (Oct. 8), sending six people on a brief trip to the final frontier.
Last chance to grab a huge $80 off our choice as the best beginner drone - the DJI Mini 3 is a flying high bargain for Prime Day in October
SPACE.com - 8 Oct 2025 14:28
Considering a drone for the first time? You won't go wrong with the DJI Mini 3 - our drone expert scored it with a flawless review, praising its camera and ease of use as real highlights.
Mars dust devils mapped in detail, revealing faster winds than expected
Phys.org - 8 Oct 2025 14:00
Combing through 20 years of images from the European Space Agency's Mars Express and ExoMars Trace Gas Orbiter spacecraft, scientists have tracked 1,039 tornado-like whirlwinds to reveal how dust is lifted into the a...
Composing crews for Mars missions: Team diversity may foster resilience
Phys.org - 8 Oct 2025 14:00
Simulation results highlight how team composition shapes stress, health, performance, and cohesion in long-duration space missions, according to a study published October 8, 2025, in the open-access journal PLOS One by I...