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This Day in History: NASA Sent Lunar Orbiter 4 Into Space

This Day in History: NASA Sent Lunar Orbiter 4 Into Space

Lunar Orbiter 4 was a pivotal mission in the United States' efforts to explore the Moon. Launched on May 4, 1967, this spacecraft was tasked with p...
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Interior de la Luna: qué hay dentro de nuestro satélite natural

Interior de la Luna: qué hay dentro de nuestro satélite natural

The Moon, our natural satellite, is a fascinating celestial body with a complex internal structure. Over the years, scientists have...
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Artemis II: la tecnología que lleva a los humanos de vuelta a la Luna

Artemis II: la tecnología que lleva a los humanos de vuelta a la Luna

The NASA Artemis II mission represents a significant advancement in space technology. Scheduled for launch on April 1, 2026, this...
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Magellan Found a Planet Shaped by Lava, Not Oceans

Magellan Found a Planet Shaped by Lava, Not Oceans

The Magellan spacecraft, launched by NASA in 1989, was a groundbreaking mission that provided unprecedented insights into the surface of Venus. Thi...
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NASA Reveals New Infrared Images of Saturn's Moon Titan

NASA Reveals New Infrared Images of Saturn's Moon Titan

NASA has released new infrared images of Titan, Saturn's largest moon, showcasing some of the clearest views of its surface to date. Titan's thick atmosphere, filled with small particles, creates a haze that scatters visible light, making it difficult to observe the surface. However, infrared imaging, which reduces scattering and atmospheric absorption, has provided clearer insights. The images, processed from 13 years of data collected by the Visual and Infrared Mapping Spectrometer (VIMS) on the Cassini spacecraft, offer a detailed comparison with visible light views. These images are part of ongoing efforts to understand Titan's surface and atmospheric conditions.
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Artemis II Astronauts Share Lighthearted Post-Splashdown Moment

Artemis II Astronauts Share Lighthearted Post-Splashdown Moment

Following their historic mission, the Artemis II crew shared a lighthearted moment when they revealed that the first thing they ate after splashdown was peanut M&Ms. This anecdote was shared during a CBS Mornings town hall event, where astronauts Reid Wiseman, Christina Koch, Victor Glover, and Jeremy Hansen discussed their experiences. The mission set a record for the farthest distance traveled by humans from Earth, surpassing the Apollo 13 record. The crew's return to Earth and their casual snack highlight the human side of space exploration, capturing public interest and engagement.
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SpaceX's Falcon Heavy Resumes Flights Amidst Growing Space Industry Competition

SpaceX's Falcon Heavy Resumes Flights Amidst Growing Space Industry Competition

SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket has resumed its flight schedule, marking a significant development in the competitive space launch industry. The Falcon Heavy, known for its heavy-lift capabilities, is set to launch several high-profile missions, including NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope and a commercial lunar lander for Astrobotic. Meanwhile, Russia's Soyuz-5 rocket has made its debut, adding to the global competition in space launches. The U.S. Space Force has also announced a list of companies developing Space-Based Interceptors as part of the Golden Dome initiative, aimed at enhancing national defense capabilities against various missile threats.
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La misión que busca agua en el polo sur de la Luna

La misión que busca agua en el polo sur de la Luna

The Lunar Polar Hydrogen Mapper, known as LunaH-Map, is an innovative project that aims to map the amount of hydrogen at the South Pole...
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NASA and Partners Revise International Space Station 2026 Flight Plan to Optimize Mission Logistics

NASA and Partners Revise International Space Station 2026 Flight Plan to Optimize Mission Logistics

NASA, in collaboration with its international partners, has updated the flight schedule for the International Space Station (ISS) to better align with mission planning and logistics. This revision includes several key missions, such as the SpaceX Commercial Resupply Services-34 mission, which is set to launch over 6,400 pounds of cargo from Cape Canaveral on May 12. Additionally, the Soyuz MS-29 mission will send NASA astronaut Anil Menon and Roscosmos cosmonauts on a long-duration mission in July. The SpaceX Crew-13 mission has been moved forward to mid-September to increase the frequency of U.S. crew rotations. Other missions, including the SpaceX Commercial Resupply Services-35 and Northrop Grumman Commercial Resupply Services-25, are scheduled for later in the year. The Boeing Starliner-1 cargo mission remains under review due to technical issues.
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NASA's New Lithium-Plasma Engine Achieves Milestone in Mars Propulsion Test

NASA's New Lithium-Plasma Engine Achieves Milestone in Mars Propulsion Test

NASA has successfully tested a new lithium-plasma engine, setting a record of 120 kilowatts of power, which is 25 times greater than the current electric thrusters used in space missions. This engine, designed for future human missions to Mars, uses lithium metal vapor as fuel and promises significant advancements in propulsion technology. The engine's continuous operation allows for gradual speed increases, potentially reaching speeds of over 400,000 kilometers per hour. This development is part of NASA's efforts to create more efficient propulsion systems for long-duration space missions, reducing fuel consumption by up to 90% compared to chemical rockets.
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NASA Adjusts 2026 International Space Station Flight Plan to Optimize Operations

NASA Adjusts 2026 International Space Station Flight Plan to Optimize Operations

NASA, in collaboration with its international partners, has revised the flight schedule for the International Space Station (ISS) for 2026. This update aims to better align mission planning, logistics, and timing for upcoming flights to support ISS operations. Key missions include the SpaceX Commercial Resupply Services-34 mission, set to launch over 6,400 pounds of cargo from Cape Canaveral in May, and the Soyuz MS-29 mission in July, which will carry NASA astronaut Anil Menon and Roscosmos cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina for a long-duration stay aboard the ISS. Additionally, the SpaceX Crew-13 mission has been moved forward to mid-September to increase the frequency of U.S. crew rotations. Other planned missions include the SpaceX Commercial Resupply Services-35 and Northrop Grumman Commercial Resupply Services-25, targeting the launch of significant cargo payloads in the fall and winter.
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US-Indian Space Mission Reveals Significant Subsidence in Mexico City

US-Indian Space Mission Reveals Significant Subsidence in Mexico City

The US-Indian NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) satellite has mapped significant subsidence in Mexico City, revealing ground movement beneath one of the world's fastest-sinking capitals. The satellite's powerful radar system, capable of penetrating clouds and vegetation, has detected subsidence of up to a few centimeters per month between October 2025 and January 2026. This subsidence is primarily due to extensive groundwater pumping and urban development, which have compacted the ancient lakebed beneath the city. The issue, first documented in 1925, has led to infrastructure damage, including to the city's Metro system. NISAR's L-band radar is designed to track subtle land motions, providing real-time data on changes across Earth's surface.