Hubble Solves Merger Mystery From Milky Way’s Early Years
New Hubble data shows definitive evidence of a dwarf galaxy merging with the young Milky Way in the earliest phases of its evolution.
NASA3w ago1 min read
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Astronomy
Hubble & Gaia solve our galaxy's merger mystery
Our home galaxy, the Milky Way, grew to its current size in part by consuming smaller galaxies. Now, new data from the NASA/ESA Hubble Space…
ESA3w ago1 min read
Astronomy
Total solar eclipse 2026 (Official ESA broadcast)
We broadcast live from the Observatorio Astrofísico de Javalambre in Spain as a total solar eclipse crossed Europe on 12 August 2026.
ESA3w ago1 min read
L3Harris names space sector leader Sam Mehta CEO after Kubasik steps down
Christopher Kubasik exits after board investigation into unspecified conduct The post L3Harris names space sector leader Sam Mehta CEO after Kubasik…
SpaceNews3w ago1 min read
Space Policy
The 77th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2026) is the One Space Event You Cannot Miss
For more than 75 years, the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) has been the annual moment when the global space community comes together –…
SpaceNews3w ago1 min read
Rocket Launches
SEOPS adds second Waymaker rideshare mission
Launch services provider SEOPS has added a second dedicated rideshare mission after seeing high demand for one announced less than three months…
SpaceNews3w ago1 min read
Rocket Launches
There's a huge launch crunch right now, and it will probably get worse
What happens if the Falcon rockets stop flying?
Arstechnica3w ago1 min read
SpaceX
A rocket crashed into the moon. It was harmless, but the next one might not be.
Earlier this month, a discarded SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage crashed into the lunar surface at 8,700 kilometers per hour. This was not a controlled…
SpaceNews3w ago1 min read
China in Space
Long March 12 launches despite recent 7A failure, Long March 2C launches satellite for UAE
HELSINKI — China launched a new batch of Guowang megaconstellation satellites over the weekend, following up with a separate launch of a…
SpaceNews3w ago1 min read
How digital twins can strengthen the resilience of position, navigation and timing capabilities
Earlier this year, the UK National PNT Digital Twin Environment (UPDATE) project, funded under the European Space Agency’s NAVISP programme, reached…
ESA3w ago1 min read
Space Station
Watch Sophie Adenot’s spacewalk live
This extravehicular activity will be a critical test of equipment and procedures for upcoming missions.
ESA3w ago1 min read
Satellites
Lynk and Omnispace form Elveo Mobile to advance D2D services
The merger expands capabilities for satellite-based communications beyond basic messaging services.
SpaceNews3w ago1 min read
Astronomy
APOD: 2026 August 17 – A Golden Corona Eclipse
The featured image provides a unique perspective on a rare astronomical event.
NASA3w ago1 min read
NASA
Chasing Fire Clouds in Utah
NASA aircraft are sampling smoke lofted high into the atmosphere by one of the most formidable cloud types in the sky—towering, smoke-infused…
NASA3w ago1 min read
Rocket Launches
Satellite operators emphasize launch deals in a constrained market
This strategy aims to reassure stakeholders about their ability to meet deployment schedules despite ongoing launch vehicle shortages.
SpaceNews3w ago1 min read
Space Policy
What’s Happening in Space Policy August 16-30, 2026
Several key meetings and deadlines are scheduled during the congressional recess period.
SpacePolicyOnline.com3w ago1 min read
Space Station
Firefly promote next block of Alpha amid Eclipse progress
This parallel development approach could accelerate the company's expansion into the commercial launch market.
NASASpaceflight4w ago1 min read
Commercial Space
U.S. defense agencies tap three companies for satellite disposal study
This effort aims to mitigate the growing risk of orbital debris in increasingly congested environments.
SpaceNews4w ago1 min read
APOD: 2026 August 16 – Milky Way over Yellowstone
This astronomical image showcases the night sky in a unique terrestrial context.
NASA4w ago1 min read
SpaceX
Live coverage: SpaceX to launch satellite replenishment mission for Globalstar from Cape Canaveral
This launch will help Globalstar maintain its mobile satellite services across North America and beyond.
Spaceflight Now4w ago1 min read
NASA
Lunar orbiter among upcoming NASA CLPS task orders
The new missions will expand NASA's presence on the lunar surface and in orbit around the Moon.
SpaceNews4w ago1 min read
Rocket Launches
Blue Origin overviews plan for dual pad ops at Cape Canaveral
The expansion will increase the company's launch capacity and flexibility at the Eastern Range.
NASASpaceflight4w ago1 min read
Rocket Launches
Ukrainian Missiles Strike Russian Soyuz Rocket Factory
The attack targets a key site for Russia's space and missile programs, potentially disrupting production and supply chains.
SpacePolicyOnline.com4w ago1 min read
Rocket Launches
Ukraine strikes major Russian rocket factory with cruise missiles
This attack marks an escalation of Ukraine's efforts to disrupt Russia's military industrial complex.
Arstechnica4w ago1 min read