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Jan 09 2026SCIENCE

Space Station Crew's Early Return: A Health Concern

NASA has decided to bring back a group of astronauts from the International Space Station (ISS) earlier than planned. This decision comes due to a medical issue affecting one of the crew members. This is the first time in the 25-year history of the ISS that astronauts are returning early because of

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Jan 08 2026SCIENCE

A Glitch in the Space Plan: NASA's Unexpected Pause

NASA recently decided to push back a planned spacewalk. The reason? A medical issue with one of the astronauts. The agency kept details vague, citing privacy rules. They did say the situation is under control and promised updates later. Two astronauts, Mike Fincke and Zena Cardman, were supposed to

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Dec 31 2025SCIENCE

Moon Mission: NASA's Bold Step Back to the Moon

NASA is gearing up for a big moment in space exploration. After many years of waiting, the Artemis II mission is set to take astronauts back to the moon. This mission is a huge deal because it's the first time since 1972 that humans will travel beyond Earth's orbit. The crew for Artemis II includes

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Dec 29 2025SCIENCE

Mars Mission on a Budget: The Highs and Lows of ESCAPADE

NASA's ESCAPADE mission is a prime example of how space exploration is evolving. Launched in late 2025, this mission aims to study Mars' magnetic field and the solar wind's impact on the planet's atmosphere. The twin probes are part of NASA's SIMPLEx program, which focuses on low-cost, high-risk mis

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Dec 27 2025SCIENCE

NASA's Artemis 2 Rocket Gets Patriotic Makeover for Historic Moon Mission

NASA is gearing up for its Artemis 2 mission, a big step in space exploration. This mission will send astronauts on a journey around the moon. It's a major deal because it's the first time since the Apollo days that humans will go that far into space. The rocket for this mission, called the Space L

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Dec 26 2025SCIENCE

Powering Up NASA's Lunar Gateway: The Future of Space Travel

NASA's Lunar Gateway project is getting a boost with the latest advancements in electric propulsion technology. These thrusters are not just more efficient; they are a game-changer for long-duration space missions. Unlike traditional chemical propulsion systems, electric thrusters use less fuel, mak

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Dec 20 2025TECHNOLOGY

Small Satellites Get a Big Upgrade: NASA's DiskSat Takes Flight

NASA has just sent a bunch of flat, disk-shaped satellites into space. These DiskSats could change how small satellites do their job in orbit. The launch happened on December 18 from Virginia. A Rocket Lab Electron rocket carried the four DiskSats into low Earth orbit. These satellites are differen

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Dec 18 2025SCIENCE

Mars Orbiter Mystery: What Really Happened to MAVEN?

NASA's Mars orbiter, MAVEN, has suddenly stopped working and is spinning uncontrollably. This strange event happened after the spacecraft passed behind Mars. Before this, MAVEN had been studying a mysterious object from another star system called 3I/ATLAS. MAVEN had taken pictures of 3I/ATLAS in Oc

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Nov 29 2025EDUCATION

Boosting Diversity in Space Science: A Fresh Look at NASA's Support Programs

NASA's Science Mission Directorate (SMD) has launched the Bridge Program to tackle a big issue: under-represented minorities in STEM fields. This initiative aims to offer financial aid and programmatic support to boost diversity and inclusion. But how well is it working? A workshop was held to gath

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Nov 23 2025SPORTS

Nasa Hataoka's Secret Weapon: The Man Behind Her Success

Nasa Hataoka is making waves in the world of golf, and her recent win at the Toto Japan Classic is just one example of her talent. But behind every great golfer, there's often an unsung hero—the caddie. For Hataoka, that hero is Greg Johnston, a seasoned pro with a fascinating background. Johnston

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