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Why the Night Sky Won’t Look the Same in 20 Years

Why the Night Sky Won’t Look the Same in 20 Years

A familiar celestial view is changing. Learn about the two biggest threats to the night sky: light pollution and a new swarm of satellites.
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SpaceX Achieves Milestone with Sixth Cargo Dragon Mission to ISS, Redefining Resupply Economics

SpaceX Achieves Milestone with Sixth Cargo Dragon Mission to ISS, Redefining Resupply Economics

SpaceX Achieves Milestone with Sixth Cargo Dragon Mission to ISS, Redefining Resupply Economics
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SpaceX to Launch Starship V3 with Redesigned Booster for Key Test Flight

SpaceX to Launch Starship V3 with Redesigned Booster for Key Test Flight

SpaceX to Launch Starship V3 with Redesigned Booster for Key Test Flight
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SpaceX's Starship V3 Launch to Test Revolutionary Raptor 3 Engines

SpaceX's Starship V3 Launch to Test Revolutionary Raptor 3 Engines

SpaceX is on the verge of launching its Starship V3 from South Texas on May 19, 2026. This launch will feature the new Raptor 3 engines, which are touted as the most advanced rocket engines ever built. The Starship V3 stands at 408 feet, making it the tallest rocket in history. The primary objective of this test flight is to demonstrate in-orbit refueling, a critical capability for future missions to the Moon and Mars. The launch will take place from a newly constructed facility at SpaceX's Starbase, marking a significant step forward in the company's space exploration efforts.
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SpaceX Prepares to Launch Record-Breaking Starship for NASA's Artemis Program

SpaceX Prepares to Launch Record-Breaking Starship for NASA's Artemis Program

SpaceX is set to launch an upgraded version of its Starship rocket, which will be the tallest and most powerful rocket in history. This launch is crucial for NASA's Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the moon by 2028. The Starship, consisting of an upper stage and a Super Heavy lower stage, has undergone significant revisions, including new Raptor engines and enhanced heat-resistant tiles. The upcoming test flight will be a critical step in verifying the design for the Human Lander System, which SpaceX plans to use for lunar missions.
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SpaceX Starship V3 Set for Flight 12 Debut with Enhanced Features

SpaceX Starship V3 Set for Flight 12 Debut with Enhanced Features

SpaceX Starship V3 Set for Flight 12 Debut with Enhanced Features
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SpaceX Confirms Launch Window for Starship V3, Aiming for Moon and Mars Missions

SpaceX Confirms Launch Window for Starship V3, Aiming for Moon and Mars Missions

SpaceX Confirms Launch Window for Starship V3, Aiming for Moon and Mars Missions
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SpaceX to Launch Record-Breaking Starship for NASA's Artemis Program

SpaceX to Launch Record-Breaking Starship for NASA's Artemis Program

SpaceX to Launch Record-Breaking Starship for NASA's Artemis Program
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NASA Alters Artemis III Mission to Focus on Docking Tests in Earth Orbit

NASA Alters Artemis III Mission to Focus on Docking Tests in Earth Orbit

NASA has announced a significant change in the objectives of its Artemis III mission, originally scheduled for a lunar landing in 2027. The mission will now focus on practicing docking maneuvers in Earth orbit as a preparatory step for future lunar expeditions. This decision was made in February 2026, shifting the lunar landing to Artemis IV. The Artemis III mission will involve four astronauts traveling aboard the Orion spacecraft, launched by the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket. They will dock with lunar landers being developed by private companies, SpaceX and Blue Origin. The mission will also test life support systems more thoroughly than previous missions and will use a cost-saving mock-up of the Interim Cryogenic Propulsion Stage (ICPS) instead of a full-scale version.
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SpaceX Plans Public IPO Filing, Aiming for Record Valuation

SpaceX Plans Public IPO Filing, Aiming for Record Valuation

SpaceX Plans Public IPO Filing, Aiming for Record Valuation
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SpaceX Confirms Launch Window for Starship V3, Aiming for Late 2026

SpaceX Confirms Launch Window for Starship V3, Aiming for Late 2026

SpaceX Confirms Launch Window for Starship V3, Aiming for Late 2026
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NASA's Artemis III Mission to Focus on Docking Tests Before Lunar Landing

NASA's Artemis III Mission to Focus on Docking Tests Before Lunar Landing

NASA has announced changes to its Artemis III mission, originally planned for a lunar landing, which will now focus on practicing docking maneuvers in Earth orbit. Scheduled for 2027, the mission will involve four astronauts traveling aboard the Orion spacecraft, launched by the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket. The astronauts will dock with one or both of the lunar landers being developed by SpaceX and Blue Origin. This mission is a preparatory step for the actual lunar expedition, with Artemis IV now set to be the landing mission. The mission will also test life support systems more thoroughly than previous missions and will use a mock-up of the Interim Cryogenic Propulsion Stage (ICPS) to save costs. NASA is also considering launching small CubeSats into Earth orbit as part of the mission.