Dr. Allan Chapman, a distinguished figure in the study of the history of astronomy, passed away last week, leaving a significant void in the scholarly community just months before his 80th birthday. Renowned for his extensive expertise and engaging spirit, Chapman’s impact on the field and his ability to inspire audiences were unparalleled. In a […]

Rocket Lab has marked a significant advancement in its preparations for the Neutron rocket’s inaugural launch with the arrival of the unique “Hungry Hippo” fairings at Wallops Island, Virginia. This delivery, taking place just days after the company disclosed a rupture of a first-stage tank during testing, underscores both the challenges and achievements in the […]

ESA astronaut Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski shared captivating timelapse videos filmed during his recent 20-day mission on the International Space Station, part of the Axiom Mission 4, codenamed Ignis. The mesmerizing footage, captured from the Cupola—an iconic observation module featuring seven windows—offers stunning views of Earth and the Moon from space. Launched on June 25, 2025, aboard […]

Recent imagery from the Copernicus Sentinel-2 mission unveils the striking landscape of the Pantanal, a vital ecological area straddling the Brazilian-Bolivian border. Spanning approximately 200,000 square kilometers, the Pantanal is recognized as the world’s largest tropical wetland, representing a site of immense environmental significance. The region primarily lies within the Brazilian states of Mato Grosso […]

Blue Origin has introduced TeraWave, a groundbreaking satellite communications network anticipated to offer symmetrical data speeds reaching up to 6 terabits per second (Tbps). This capability significantly surpasses existing consumer satellite broadband services and positions TeraWave as a high-performance alternative aimed primarily at enterprise, government, and data center markets rather than the general consumer segment. […]

The European Space Agency’s Arctic Weather Satellite has successfully completed its primary mission, marking a significant step toward establishing a new network of polar-orbiting satellites known as EPS-Sterna. Launched in August 2024, this prototype satellite was developed in just three years and within a limited budget, demonstrating the potential of a New Space approach to […]

French startup Latitude is aiming to launch its Zephyr rocket within the next 18 months as it seeks to establish a foothold in Europe’s small satellite launch market. The company is prioritizing speed and manufacturing efficiency over reusability, positioning itself to meet the rising demands of satellite operators. Stanislas Maximin, the founder and executive chairman […]

European Space Agency astronaut Sophie Adenot is set to embark on a mission to the International Space Station, known as εpsilon, with a launch window opening no earlier than February 15, 2026. The mission’s name reflects the idea that even small contributions can lead to significant impacts. In mathematical terms, ε symbolizes a small quantity, […]

While launch activities have temporarily halted as SpaceX transitions to the Block 3 version of its Starship, the company is actively preparing for a robust launch schedule from its base at Starbase in Texas and its facilities on the East Coast. In Florida, the Starship will be launched from Launch Complex 39A (LC-39A) and Space […]

The Helix Nebula, one of the nearest nebulae to Earth, has captured the attention of astronomers exploring the dying stages of a star. Thanks to the advanced capabilities of the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope, researchers have obtained the most detailed infrared images to date, shedding light on what may lie ahead for our Sun […]