The Vera C. Rubin Observatory has made a splash in the world of astronomy. In just a few days, it spotted 2, 104 asteroids that were previously unknown. This is a big deal because it shows how powerful this new tool is. Seven of these asteroids are near-Earth objects, but don't worry, none of them a
Jared Isaacman, a prominent figure in the space industry, recently shared his thoughts on the future of space exploration. He received the National Space Society’s Wernher von Braun Award for his leadership in the Polaris Dawn mission. This mission, set for September 2024, is a private astronaut mis
In Seattle, a special event brought together two well-known figures: William Shatner, the actor famous for playing Captain Kirk in Star Trek, and Neil deGrasse Tyson, a well-known astrophysicist. They shared a stage to discuss the universe, their lives, and more. The event, called "The Universe Is A
Qatar made a big move. It shut down its airspace. This happened right after the US and UK told their people in Qatar to stay put. The US said to do this just to be safe. The UK followed the US lead. Why? Because the US had just bombed some places in Iran. Iran is not happy. It said it might hit back
Ariane 6, the newest rocket from Arianespace, has a big goal: to launch 10 times a year. But reaching that speed won't happen overnight. The company is aiming high, but it's a tough challenge. Right now, Ariane 6 has only launched twice. The first launch was last July, and the second was in March,
Venus, our neighboring planet, might be hiding a secret. It could be harboring a group of asteroids that could potentially hit Earth. These asteroids are hard to spot because they are near the sun. They are called "city-killer" asteroids because they are big enough to cause serious damage if they hi
Space enthusiasts and families with loved ones who have passed away have a new option for memorializing their dearly departed. A European company is teaming up with a space burial service. The Exploration Company (TEC) is collaborating with Celestis, a firm that has been sending human remains and
The Psyche spacecraft is back in action, fully powered and on track to its destination. After a brief interruption in its propulsion system, engineers have successfully restored its capabilities. This spacecraft is on a mission to explore a unique, metal-rich asteroid in the main asteroid belt. In
A spacecraft orbiting the moon has snapped pictures of a recent lunar crash. The images show the aftermath of a Japanese company's failed landing attempt. A dark mark now blemishes the moon's surface. This is where the Resilience lander and its tiny rover met their end. The crash happened in a regio
Pixar has always been known for its heartwarming stories, and their latest film, "Elio, " is no exception. This time, they've taken us on a journey beyond our planet to explore themes of loneliness and the desire for connection. The story revolves around Elio Solís, an 11-year-old boy who feels so i
