After years of meticulous preparation and a rigorous evaluation process, the European Space Agency (ESA) has officially chosen WIVERN as its 11th Earth Explorer mission. This landmark decision was reached after extensive consultations and assessments conducted by ESA’s Advisory Committee for Earth Observation (ACEO) and the scientific community. The genesis of WIVERN can be traced […]

Subglacial lakes, hidden beneath the vast expanse of the Antarctic ice sheet, are not just intriguing geological features; they are dynamic systems that significantly influence the behavior of the ice itself and, by extension, global sea levels. Recent advancements in remote sensing technology have led to the remarkable discovery of 85 new subglacial lakes, raising […]

SpaceX has been making significant strides in the development of its Block 3 hardware, showcasing a blend of innovation and strategic planning as it preps for the ambitious goals ahead. The centerpiece of this effort is Ship 39, the first vehicle emerging from the Block 3 production line, which recently revealed glimpses of its evolving […]

The celestial tapestry of our Milky Way is a complex interplay of light, dust, and gas, where stars are born in magnificent ‘stellar nurseries.’ The European Space Agency’s Gaia mission has bestowed upon humanity an extraordinary gift: the most accurate 3D map of these star-forming regions, offering insights into their structure and dynamics like never […]

As the countdown to Flight 11 intensifies, the meticulous operations at SpaceX’s launch facilities are revealing a series of pivotal developments. With Booster 15-2 successfully completing its static fire, the crew now shifts focus to Pad 1(A), where preparations are underway for Ship 38. This sequence of events marks both an end of an era […]

In a significant leap forward for astronomy enthusiasts, the newly relaunched digital platform of Astronomy Now has officially made its debut. This exciting development comes on the heels of the magazine’s recent ownership transition, which took place in July. Under the watchful eyes of its new team, a visionary commitment to enhancing the digital reading […]

The General Assembly on Defence, Space, and Cybersecurity held at ESRIN, ESA’s Centre for Earth Observation Programmes, marked a pivotal moment in addressing the multifaceted challenges facing Europe in these critical fields. The discussions were rich in content, highlighting the crucial intersection of these domains and their significance for the future of the European Union […]

In an exciting week for space exploration, two pivotal cargo resupply missions are set to deliver vital supplies to the International Space Station (ISS). The first of these, Progress MS-32, is scheduled to launch atop a Soyuz 2.1a rocket on September 11, 2025, at 15:54 UTC from Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. This mission will be […]

An artist’s impression captures the essence of TRAPPIST-1e, an Earth-sized exoplanet situated approximately 40 light-years away. As the fourth planet in a remarkable system of seven orbiting the ultracool red dwarf star TRAPPIST-1, this world lies comfortably within its star’s habitable zone, a region where conditions may be just right for the presence of liquid […]

Estonia recently celebrated a significant milestone, marking ten years of membership in the European Space Agency (ESA). This momentous occasion coincided with the plenary session of the European Interparliamentary Space Conference, held on September 4. The conference serves as a vital platform for interparliamentary dialogue among nation-states engaged in space policy, addressing critical topics such […]