A Soyuz rocket lifted off on Thursday, carrying three astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS). The crew, including two Russian cosmonauts and one NASA astronaut, reached the ISS safely. But back on Earth, a big issue popped up. A huge 20-ton service platform wasn't secured properly before the launch. This platform is used by workers to access the rocket ...
A team of space explorers has just begun their journey to the International Space Station (ISS). This mission involves a mix of seasoned and new astronauts. The Soyuz MS-28 spacecraft, powered by a Soyuz 2. 1a rocket, took off from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. The launch happened at 12:28 pm Moscow time, which is 0928 GMT. The crew consists of two Russians...
For over a decade, the Fermi Gamma-ray Space Telescope has been more than just a tool for scientists. It has been a beacon for learning and sharing knowledge with students and the public. The mission's education and outreach efforts have aimed to make the mysteries of the high-energy universe accessible to everyone, from young kids to adults. The Fermi team has work...
A group of space explorers is preparing for a special Thanksgiving journey. They will head to the International Space Station (ISS) on Thursday morning. NASA astronaut Chris Williams and cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev are the crew members for this mission. They will take off from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan at 4:27 a. m. ET. The Roscosmo...
A mysterious traveler from deep space is about to swing by Earth. On December 19, 2025, an object called 3I/ATLAS will come closest to our planet. This is a big deal. It's not just any space rock. It's an interstellar object, meaning it comes from beyond our solar system. Scientists and stargazers are excited. They'll point their telescopes at 3I/ATLAS. This object ...
The sun, our home star, never fails to surprise. Recently, the European Space Agency's Solar Orbiter mission captured a stunning sight: a dark, arching structure of plasma, known as a solar prominence, rising from the sun's edge. This isn't just any old space photo; it's a rare glimpse into the sun's magnetic ballet. So, what's going on here? This dark plasma is coo...
Dark matter remains one of the universe's biggest mysteries. It's invisible, yet scientists believe it makes up a huge part of galaxies. The idea is that to make sense of what we see in space, there must be a lot of unseen matter out there. We know it's there because of its gravitational pull, but seeing it directly has been a challenge. Recently, a Japanese scienti...
Space enthusiasts have a new way to test their knowledge every week. A special crossword puzzle is crafted using the latest stories from the cosmos. This isn't just any puzzle; it's a brain teaser that covers everything from rocket launches to stunning images from the James Webb Space Telescope. The puzzle is designed to be fun and engaging. It's not just for expert...
A massive money-laundering operation in the UK has been using cryptocurrency to move huge sums of cash. This scheme, which involved 28 towns and cities, turned profits from illegal activities like drug trafficking and gun sales into digital currency. Some of this money even ended up supporting Russia's war efforts, helping the country avoid international sanctions. ...
In the vast expanse of the cosmos, a peculiar structure has caught the eyes of astronomers. This structure, initially thought to be a stunning cosmic ring, has now been revealed to be something entirely different. Located in the constellation Cygnus, this ring, nicknamed the "Diamond Ring, " spans an impressive 20 light-years in diameter. However, the bright cluster ...