Astronomy
2026 Total Solar Eclipse in Spain
This rare event is visible from a narrow path across the globe, offering scientists a brief opportunity for research.
NASA12 Aug 20261 min read
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Rocket Launches
Amid failure, Wenchang celebrates milestone as China launches AI satellites and prepares for lunar south pole mission
The launch site's milestone comes as China expands its space program with new satellite deployments and upcoming lunar missions.
NASASpaceflight12 Aug 20261 min read
NASA
NASA Upgrades Vertical Motion Simulator for Modern Mission Needs
The upgrades will support training and simulation for a new generation of spacecraft and aircraft programs.
NASA12 Aug 20261 min read
Space Station
NASA Astronaut Mike Fincke Leaves NASA, Career Includes 4 Spaceflights
His departure marks the end of an era for a generation of astronauts who helped establish the International Space Station.
NASA12 Aug 20261 min read
Rocket Launches
Pursuing a Dream of Working for NASA
Her new role supports the agency's ambitious plans to return humans to the lunar surface by the mid-2020s.
NASA12 Aug 20261 min read
APOD: 2026 August 12 – Perseids over a Little Planet
The annual Perseid meteor shower is one of the most widely observed celestial events.
NASA12 Aug 20261 min read
Quality Assessment Report Evaluates Polar Geospatial Center EarthDEM Elevation Products
Findings will impact applications relying on precise elevation data for environmental monitoring and mapping.
NASA12 Aug 20261 min read
Golden Dome creates digital hub to expand commercial participation
The platform aims to streamline interactions between industry partners and the space industry's growing commercial sector.
SpaceNews12 Aug 20261 min read
Rocket Launches
China’s iSpace raises first batch of series E funding for reusable rocketry
The investment boost supports iSpace's ambitions to develop a commercially viable reusable launch system.
SpaceNews12 Aug 20261 min read
Mars
One species, one planet: The moon is our ethical dress rehearsal for Mars
The experience gained from lunar missions will inform strategies for future human settlements on the red planet.
SpaceNews12 Aug 20261 min read
Astronomy
Musification of the 2026 total solar eclipse
This musical representation aims to enhance public engagement with the rare astronomical event.
ESA12 Aug 20261 min read
Rocket Launches
Rocket Lab Establishes German Subsidiary
This expansion increases Rocket Lab's global presence and capabilities in the European market.
European Spaceflight12 Aug 20261 min read
Astronomy
Stops Along the Path of Totality
This rare celestial event will be visible to a relatively small portion of the global population due to its narrow path.
NASA12 Aug 20261 min read
Rocket Launches
Firefly increases vehicle production even as launches lag
Increased production may help the company meet future demand and address current launch delays.
SpaceNews12 Aug 20261 min read
U.S. expands missile production as Army seeks more depth in its arsenal
The expansion efforts aim to reduce supply chain bottlenecks and enhance the military's missile capabilities.
SpaceNews12 Aug 20261 min read
Rocket Launches
Firefly Aerospace pushes debut of Alpha Block 2 rocket to the fourth quarter of 2026
The revised timeline affects the company's plans for commercial launch services and technology demonstrations.
Spaceflight Now11 Aug 20261 min read
Space Policy
Golden Dome faces 2027 funding cliff
Failure to secure new funding could halt development of the critical space surveillance program
SpaceNews11 Aug 20261 min read
Cosmology
What Is the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope? (Grades 5-8)
Its findings will significantly expand current understanding of the universe's composition and evolution.
NASA11 Aug 20261 min read
Rocket Launches
National lab visit boosts NASA’s confidence in space nuclear propulsion mission
Successful development would enable faster and more efficient travel to distant planets and celestial bodies.
SpaceNews11 Aug 20261 min read
SpaceX
Live coverage: SpaceX to launch 24 Starlink satellites on Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg SFB
This launch will bring the total number of Starlink satellites in orbit to over 4,400.
Spaceflight Now11 Aug 20261 min read
Astronauts
NASA Completes Astronaut-Deployed Science Instrument for Lunar Surface
The instrument will provide crucial data on the lunar surface environment for future human missions.
NASA11 Aug 20261 min read
Golden Dome money starting to reach contractors, but long-term funding still unclear
The initial funding influx may help stabilize industry partnerships amid ongoing budget negotiations.
SpaceNews11 Aug 20261 min read
Astronomy
Lion Nebula Roars in Webb’s Sights
The telescope's advanced optics capture intricate details of the nebula's structure and composition.
NASA11 Aug 20261 min read
NASA
NASA Telescopes Create Colorful ‘Craft’ From Nearby Nebula
The combined observations provide a detailed view of the nebula's structure and evolution.
NASA11 Aug 20261 min read