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.
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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.
Interstellar Comet 3I/Atlas May Be 12 Billion Years Old
An interstellar comet that passed the sun in 2025 could be nearly three times older than our solar system, according to new research.
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.
Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Explodes in Massive Fireball
Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket exploded in a massive fireball during a prelaunch test on May 29, 2026, in Florida, raising concerns about its role in NASA’s moon missions. According to Blue Origin, all personnel were safe, but the explosion damaged Launch Complex 36, the rocket’s only launch site.
Exploding Rocket Casts Doubts Over Nasa’s Moon Plans
An exploding rocket at Florida's Kennedy Space Centre has cast doubts over whether Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin can deliver on its commitments to Nasa for lunar missions, according to the BBC.
Blue Origin Rocket Explodes During Florida Test
A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded during a test at Cape Canaveral in Florida on Thursday night, according to the company.
Nasa unveils next steps to build permanent Moon base
NASA has unveiled an ambitious roadmap called 'Moon Base,' aiming to establish a working outpost at the lunar South Pole under the Artemis Program by 2028. The plan includes new rovers, landers, and international collaboration.
Stephen Hawking’s Father Worried He ‘Does Not Study Much’
Stephen Hawking's father expressed concern over his son's lack of academic focus during his student years, according to newly revealed diaries. The diaries, partly written in code, offer a raw insight into Hawking's early life.