SPACE EXPLORATION

Mar 07 2026SCIENCE

Moon Mission Revamp: NASA Sets a Faster, Safer Path Forward

NASA has announced big changes to its Artemis plan, aiming to get more rockets flying and reduce risks. The new strategy keeps the goal of landing astronauts on the Moon in 2028 but rearranges how that happens. Instead of waiting three years between launches, the agency now wants a flight every ten

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Feb 17 2026SCIENCE

Keeping Artemis II Astronauts Healthy: A Two-Week Lockdown

The Artemis II mission, set to be the first human moon voyage in half a century, is taking no chances with astronaut health. Before liftoff, the four crew members must spend 14 days in quarantine. This isn't just about avoiding major illnesses; even a simple cold can cause big problems in space. For

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Feb 10 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Star Trek Legend Shares Thoughts on Space Movies and a Heavy Umbrella

George Takei, famous for his role on Star Trek, spoke about the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures’ month‑long film series that celebrates space travel in movies. The event started on January 30 and ends February 28, showing titles such as Star Trek IV, The Right Stuff, Solar­is, and Interstellar. A

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Jan 29 2026HEALTH

Keeping Astronauts Healthy: A Fresh Look at Space and Lifestyle Medicine

Space travel is tough on the body. Astronauts face big health challenges, especially on long trips like going to Mars. Space medicine is all about keeping them healthy in places where doctors aren't around. It's like having a health plan for extreme conditions. Lifestyle medicine is a big deal on E

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Jan 27 2026SCIENCE

Walking on the Moon: A New Challenge for Astronauts

Walking on the Moon is not like floating in space. On the Moon, astronauts use their legs to move around. This puts more pressure on their knees, hips, and other leg muscles. It might be better for the body to use legs instead of arms for movement. Humans are built to walk and run long distances. So

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Jan 24 2026SCIENCE

Witnessing Earth and Moon from Space: A Polish Astronaut's Journey

A Polish astronaut, Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski, has shared stunning timelapse videos of Earth and the Moon. He took these videos while on the International Space Station (ISS) for the Ignis mission. The videos show Earth's changing weather and the Moon moving across the sky. They were taken from th

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Jan 22 2026SCIENCE

Astronaut Snaps Space Shot of Moon Rocket

Up in the sky, a lone astronaut spotted something cool from the International Space Station. It was NASA's new moon rocket, the Space Launch System, all ready on its launch pad. This rocket is special because it's the first one built for sending humans to the moon in over 50 years. The astronaut, Ch

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Jan 18 2026SCIENCE

A New Era of Moon Exploration: Why Artemis II is a Big Deal

NASA's Artemis program is making waves, and for good reason. This isn't just another space mission; it's a stepping stone to Mars and a chance to learn how to live on another world. The recent rollout of Artemis II marks a significant moment in space exploration. Artemis II is set to carry four ast

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Jan 17 2026SCIENCE

Why Artemis II is a Big Step Without Touching the Moon

Artemis II is set to make history, but it won't land on the moon. This mission is more about testing and safety than landing. The crew will travel far beyond the moon, possibly breaking records. They will test new systems, like keeping the spacecraft comfortable for humans. This includes managing te

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Jan 17 2026SCIENCE

Unravel the Cosmos: Test Your Space Smarts with This Week's Puzzle

Space enthusiasts, get ready to put your knowledge to the test! Every seven days, a treasure trove of cosmic wonders unfolds, from mind-blowing research on the International Space Station to breathtaking snapshots from the James Webb Space Telescope. But how much of this stellar information have you

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