As September's full harvest moon rises in the night sky, a rare celestial event will unfold - a partial lunar eclipse. For about an hour, the moon will appear as if it's missing a bite, thanks to Earth's shadow cast over its surface. But this is no ordinary eclipse; it's an opportunity to observe th
Chun Wang, a 42-year-old cryptocurrency magnate, has made headlines by purchasing a SpaceX multi-day flight for an undisclosed amount. The mission, dubbed "Fram2," will be the first crewed spaceflight in polar orbit, flying end-to-end over the Earth. But what makes Wang's journey so extraordinary? L
The aerospace industry is on the cusp of a new era in space exploration, and SpaceX is at the forefront of this revolution. The company plans to send its first manned mission over the Earth's poles, a groundbreaking journey that will push the boundaries of what is possible. Dubbed "Fram2," the missi
As investors eagerly await the Federal Reserve's policy meeting, stock futures are experiencing a lukewarm response. Will the central bankers' decision to cut interest rates for the first time since 2020 be the spark that sets the market ablaze? Or will it be a mere afterthought in the grand scheme
Earth is about to gain a new celestial neighbor, a small asteroid named 2024 PT5, which will enter the planet's orbit for a brief period of about two months. Starting from September 29, this "mini-moon" will make a single orbit around Earth before moving on to other regions of the solar system. Let'
The stars are aligning for a celestial spectacle that will captivate moon enthusiasts across North America, South America, Africa, and Europe. This Tuesday, a rare event will unfold as the full moon coincides with a partial lunar eclipse, offering a unique opportunity to witness the moon's surface p
The recent awarding of $116.9 million to Intuitive Machines for the delivery of six NASA payloads to the Moon's South Pole is a significant step towards unraveling the Moon's mysteries. This is the fourth round of funding for the Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) initiative, and it's clear th
As the Orion Max Launch Abort System (MLAS) test vehicle rolled into the University of North Dakota (UND), it marked the beginning of a new chapter in the school's space education program. The 15-year-old mock spacecraft, which demonstrated one possible way of escaping a failing rocket, has finally
As the 2024 Paris Olympics came to a close, Jordan Chiles, a UCLA gymnast, couldn't help but sing the praises of her Brazilian rival, Rebeca Andrade. Despite being from opposing teams, Chiles has developed a deep respect for Andrade's skills, calling her "that girl!" But what's behind Chiles' admira
This week at the Paris 2024 Olympics, athletes didn't just make history, but they also brought their A-game in terms of style. Simone Biles's second all-around gymnastics gold medal was a testament to her hard work and dedication. But aside from the monumental wins, what really caught our attention
