NASA is shaking things up! They're now inviting other companies to compete for the Artemis 3 moon mission contract. This comes after SpaceX, the original contender, has faced delays. The goal is to ensure the U. S. beats China to the moon, a race that's heating up fast. The Artemis missions are a b
Portia Elan is set to release her first novel, "Homebound, " next year. This book is a science fiction story that takes place in the 1980s. The main character, Becks, is a teenager who is trying to finish a game her uncle left behind. The game Becks is working on has a big impact. It connects the l
This week, sky gazers have a special treat. Two comets, Lemmon and SWAN, are making their way through our solar system. These icy space travelers are getting closer to Earth, and their brightness is peaking. Comet Lemmon is the star of the show. On Tuesday, it will be at its brightest and closest t
The space industry is set to shine under the spotlight with the first-ever Global Space Awards happening in London. This event, hosted by the famous physicist Brian Greene, will take place on December 5, 2025, at the Natural History Museum. It's a big deal because it's the first time there's a globa
The Starship Version 2 has completed its final test flight, wrapping up a nearly two-year journey with a successful 11th suborbital mission. This paves the way for the much-anticipated Version 3, which is set to debut in 2026. The new model will be taller, carry more fuel, and feature advanced docki
Up in space, Japanese astronaut Kimiya Yui had a busy week. He shared some amazing photos from the International Space Station (ISS). The photos show the Milky Way and colorful auroras. Yui said the ISS was in a different position, so he got a unique view. Yui is also getting ready for a big delive
The Sun has been quite active lately, sending out bursts of energy and particles known as coronal mass ejections (CMEs). These CMEs are expected to reach Earth tonight, potentially causing a geomagnetic storm. This storm could make the northern lights, or Aurora Borealis, visible in 15 states across
NASA is aiming to send astronauts back to the moon by 2027, but there are big questions about whether they can pull it off. The plan involves using SpaceX's massive Starship rocket, which is still in the early stages of development and has had several failed test flights. China is also working on a
October is set to be an exciting month for stargazers, with not one but two meteor showers gracing the night sky. The Draconids and Orionids will make their appearances, offering a celestial spectacle for those who love to look up. Plus, a super harvest moon will add to the show, making this a great
Sweden's leader, Ulf Kristersson, recently spoke up about drones and the EU. He thinks the EU should make it easier for countries to buy drones. But he also believes each country should handle its own drone defenses, not the EU as a whole. This comes after a big meeting in Copenhagen. Leaders from
