NASA

Sep 26 2024SCIENCE

NASA's Roadmap to the Future

The House of Representatives recently passed a NASA authorization bill, aimed at guiding the agency's human spaceflight and science programs. On a 366-21 vote, the NASA Reauthorization Act of 2024 cleared the House, exceeding the required threshold for approval. The bill is significant because it en

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Sep 23 2024BUSINESS

Troubled Skies: Boeing's Defense and Space Unit Gets a New Captain

Boeing's defense and space business has been struggling to stay afloat, and the company has decided to make a change at the top. The head of the division, Theodore "Ted" Colbert III, has been removed from his position and replaced temporarily by Steve Parker, the chief operating officer. This move c

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Sep 17 2024SCIENCE

A New Perspective from the Stars

For Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams, being astronauts is not just about exploring the unknown, it's about adapting to the unexpected. When their mission was extended, they didn't let it get them down. They took it as an opportunity to grow, to learn, and to make the most of their time in s

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Sep 17 2024SCIENCE

The Moon's Bite: A Harvest of Celestial Delights

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

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