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Madison's tribute to producer William Orbit calls him 'genius' and 'otherworldly,' according to BBC and Herts Advertiser.
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Perseid Meteor Shower and Partial Solar Eclipse to Light Up Skies
The peak of the Perseid meteor shower is expected on Aug. 12 to 13, with a partial solar eclipse also set to occur, according to the Canadian Space Agency.
Starcloud-1 Satellite with Nvidia GPU Reaches Orbit via SpaceX
Space data center startup Starcloud has launched its first satellite into orbit, featuring the first Nvidia H100 GPU in space. The satellite successfully separated from a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket on Sunday.
South Korea space agency shares Moon images after SpaceX rocket debris crash
A 4,000kg piece of SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket hit the Moon’s surface on Wednesday, with South Korea’s space agency capturing the event from orbit. According to BBC and other reports, the uncontrolled impact occurred after the rocket stage drifted for 18 months under the influence of gravitational forces.
NASA Astronauts Conduct 6.5-Hour Spacewalk Outside ISS
NASA astronauts Anil Menon and Jessica Meir conducted a 6.5-hour spacewalk outside the International Space Station on Thursday to install mounting hardware. According to the BBC, the task was part of preparations for future solar array installations.
Spacex Rocket Thought to Have Crashed Into Moon, Creating 60ft Crater
A four-tonne piece of a discarded SpaceX rocket is believed to have unintentionally crashed into the moon at high speed, creating a new lunar crater and sparking scientific interest, according to The Guardian.
Stray SpaceX Rocket Hits Moon, Leaving Scientific Opportunity
An uncontrolled SpaceX rocket stage is believed to have crashed into the Moon, offering scientists a rare chance to study the impact effects—according to NASA's Centre for Near-Earth Object Studies.
Elon Musk’s SpaceX reports losses but less than expected
Elon Musk’s SpaceX reported a narrower-than-expected loss in its latest quarter, according to the company’s first public earnings update since its record-setting IPO.
What will happen when a SpaceX rocket collides with the Moon?
A discarded SpaceX Falcon 9 upper stage is set to collide with the Moon on 5 August at approximately 5,400 mph, according to NASA's Center for Near-Earth Object Studies and multiple independent astronomers. The impact is expected to create a crater around 90 feet wide and is being observed for scientific purposes.
Drifting SpaceX Rocket Headed for Moon Collision
A drifting SpaceX rocket is on a collision course with the moon, set to impact at 5,400mph, according to The Guardian.
Horoscope du 31 juillet 2026: Planète en mouvement
The Moon enters Pisces at 8:13 am EDT on July 31, 2026, softening the mood and encouraging attention to subtle signals, according to chicagotribune.com.
Stunning photos capture July’s Buck Moon over the UK
The July full Moon, known as the Buck Moon, illuminated the UK sky on Wednesday night, with skygazers capturing stunning images of the celestial event. The moon reached its peak at 15:36 BST, according to BBC.
July’s Buck Moon to Light Up UK Skies on 29 July
The July full Moon, known as the Buck Moon, will light up the UK night sky on Wednesday, according to the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. It will peak at 15:36 BST on 29 July.
Jodrell Bank Observatory Facing Closure After UK Funding Cuts
Jodrell Bank Observatory, a hub of world-leading radio telescopes, is facing potential closure after its major funder announced cuts to support, according to The Guardian.
July’s Full Buck Moon: When to See It and What to Know
July’s full Buck Moon will reach its peak on Wednesday, July 29, at 9:35 a.m. CDT, with the best viewing opportunities at moonrise shortly after sunset. Named for the time of year when male deer begin growing new antlers, the Buck Moon will appear low on the southeastern horizon and may take on a golden or reddish hue due to atmospheric effects.
Nasa launches mission to save falling space telescope
NASA has launched a $30 million rescue mission to prevent the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory from re-entering Earth's atmosphere, according to IFLScience.
58,000 Buildings Estimated Destroyed in Venezuela Earthquakes
A preliminary analysis of satellite data suggests that more than 58,000 buildings may have been damaged or destroyed by the twin earthquakes that hit Venezuela last week, according to The Guardian.
NASA rover detects potential ancient microbial life signs on Mars
NASA's Perseverance rover has detected complex carbon in Martian mudstones that could be a sign of ancient microbial life. The discovery does not confirm life, as the same material can form through geological processes.
Helium-3: The Moon’s Rare Resource and Fusion Fuel
Helium-3, a rare isotope, could be mined from the moon and used for nuclear fusion, according to BBC and Space.com.
Mississippi residents sue Musk’s xAI and SpaceX over data center ‘nuisance’
Mississippi residents have sued Elon Musk’s xAI and SpaceX, alleging a power plant fueling nearby data centers is causing harmful noise pollution. The lawsuit, filed in federal court on Tuesday, claims the companies created a public nuisance.
NASA Names Next Astronauts for Artemis Moon Programme 2028
NASA has announced the crew for Artemis III, the next step in its Moon programme. The mission, initially planned as a lunar landing, will now focus on testing rendezvous and docking procedures in Earth orbit due to technical delays.
ISS Astronauts Resume Work After Evacuation Alert
Astronauts onboard the International Space Station have been told to return to normal duties after previously being on evacuation alert due to a worsening air leak, according to The Guardian.
Forget the Galaxy S27 Ultra: Leaked Upgrades and New Models
Samsung may skip the Galaxy S27 Ultra in favor of a new Galaxy S27 Pro, according to leaks. The company is also rumored to bring a larger battery and improved cooling to future models.
Astronauts Return to ISS After Sheltering During Air Leak Repair
Astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) were ordered to shelter in a spacecraft after a worsening air leak, according to the BBC.