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February 15, 2026

NASA targets new Artemis II moon mission launch dates for March

In the high-stakes world of space exploration, where every valve and seal could mean the difference between triumph and delay, NASA has locked in new launch windows for Artemis II. …

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February 3, 2026

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**Artemis II Mission Advances as NASA Prepares Key Rocket Test Amid Space Industry Milestones** WASHINGTON (AP) — NASA plans to conduct a final major test of its Space Launch System …

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February 3, 2026

Astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg named 2026 Australian of the Year - ABC News

### Astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg Named 2026 Australian of the Year CANBERRA, Australia (AP) — Astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg was named the 2026 Australian of the Year on Jan. 25, 2026, in …

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February 3, 2026

Artemis 2 mission timeline: An itinerary for the historic 10-day flight

## Artemis II's 10-Day Lunar Odyssey: Reconstructed Timeline Amid Launch Delays CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA plans to launch the Artemis II mission as early as Feb. 8, 2026, …

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February 3, 2026

NASA's new moon rocket moves to the pad ahead of astronaut launch as early as February

### NASA's New Moon Rocket Moves to Pad Ahead of Astronaut Launch as Early as February KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. (AP) — NASA's Space Launch System rocket, stacked with the …

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February 3, 2026

Space News - Latest Space and Astronomy News

### Jan. 31, 2026: NASA's Pivotal SLS Test Kicks Off Artemis Era Amid Astrobiology Breakthroughs and Orbital Warnings CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. — NASA conducted the final major test of its …

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February 3, 2026

NASA delays Artemis II launch, meaning mission to moon will start Feb. 8 or later

**NASA Delays Artemis II Moon Mission Launch to Feb. 8 or Later Due to Florida Cold Snap** CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA has postponed the Artemis II launch to …

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February 3, 2026

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### From Shuttle's Shadow to Commercial Cosmos Imagine a world where space travel isn't just for elite government astronauts, but for entrepreneurs, scientists, and even tourists—propelled by sleek rockets that …

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February 3, 2026

NASA's 1st human moon mission in 50 years could be month out. What to know

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. (AP) — NASA is targeting February 2026 for the launch of Artemis II, the first crewed mission to the moon in more than 50 years. The …

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February 3, 2026

Video: Perseverance Rover’s View of Crater Rim Drive

### NASA's Perseverance Rover Conquers the Rim: A Virtual Ride Along Jezero Crater Imagine hurtling across the rusty dunes of Mars, your wheels churning through slippery regolith as ancient crater …

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February 3, 2026

Former astronaut joins Vast as Haven-1 moves into integration

In the bustling aerospace hubs of Long Beach, California, the future of private space exploration is taking shape—one module at a time. Vast, a bold upstart in the commercial space …

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February 3, 2026

Mars Perseverance rover found a rock that could be a giant meteorite

### NASA's Perseverance Rover Spots Potential Iron-Nickel Meteorite on Mars PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — NASA's Perseverance rover has discovered a desk-sized rock that scientists believe is a potential iron-nickel meteorite, …

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February 3, 2026

Launching Soon: Artemis II

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Fla. (AP) — NASA's Artemis II mission edged closer to launch on Jan. 17, 2026, when workers rolled the Space Launch System rocket and Orion spacecraft to …

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February 3, 2026

The race to replace the International Space Station

### Beyond ISS: Vast’s Haven-1 Leads the Charge in the Commercial LEO Race Amid China Shadow LONG BEACH, Calif. (AP) — Vast plans to launch Haven-1, billed as the world’s …

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February 3, 2026

Lunar Leap: Artemis 2's Historic Mission and the Future of Moon Exploration

## Lunar Leap: Artemis II's Historic Mission and the Future of Moon Exploration NASA plans to launch its Artemis II mission in early February 2026, sending four astronauts on a …

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February 3, 2026

A CU project to study moon dust approved for Artemis IV lunar mission

In the shadowy craters of the lunar south pole, where eternal darkness hides potential troves of water ice, a silent hazard lurks: dust. Not the harmless specks that gather on …

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February 3, 2026

Countdown begins for NASA’s historic Artemis II mission | news.com.au — Australia’s leading news site for latest headlines

In the predawn hush of Florida's Kennedy Space Center, a colossal beast stirred. On January 18, 2026, NASA's Space Launch System (SLS) rocket—towering 98 meters tall—embarked on a slow, deliberate …

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February 3, 2026

International Space Station Update

### NASA's High-Stakes Space Rescue: Crew-11's Unexpected Early Return In the vast silence of orbit, 250 miles above Earth, a routine day aboard the International Space Station turned into a …

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February 3, 2026

2026 Mars mission will set out to solve the mystery of its moons

### 2026 Mars Mission: Unlocking the Secrets of Phobos and Deimos In the shadowed craters of Mars' enigmatic moons, a cosmic puzzle has lingered for nearly 150 years: Are Phobos …

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February 3, 2026

Meet the 4 Artemis II astronauts who are getting ready for a flight to the far side of the moon

### Meet the Artemis II Astronauts: Pioneers Poised for a Lunar Odyssey KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, Florida — Imagine the thunderous roar of a colossal rocket piercing the Florida sky, carrying …

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February 3, 2026

NASA astronaut who was stuck at the space station for months retires within a year of returning

### NASA Astronaut Suni Williams Retires After Extended Stay on Space Station WASHINGTON (AP) — NASA astronaut Sunita "Suni" Williams retired from the agency effective Dec. 31, after a career …

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February 3, 2026

Mars 2020: Perseverance Rover News & Features

PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — NASA’s Perseverance rover completed its first fully AI-planned drives on Mars in December 2025, marking a milestone in autonomous navigation, officials announced Jan. 30, 2026. The …

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February 3, 2026

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### NASA Evaluates Early End to Crew-11 Mission After Medical Issue on Space Station CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — NASA officials confirmed a medical situation aboard the International Space Station …

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February 3, 2026

James Webb telescope reveals sharpest-ever look at the edge of a black hole — and it could solve a major galactic mystery

### James Webb Telescope Reveals Sharpest-Ever Look at Edge of Black Hole — and It Could Solve Major Galactic Mystery BALTIMORE (AP) — The James Webb Space Telescope has captured …

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February 3, 2026

NASA considers rare early ISS crew return due to astronaut's medical issue

### NASA's High-Stakes Dilemma: A Medical Mystery Aboard the ISS In the vast, unforgiving expanse of low Earth orbit, where every heartbeat echoes in isolation, a single medical issue can …

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February 3, 2026

Final Steps Underway for NASA’s First Crewed Artemis Moon Mission

In the shadow of Florida's Space Coast, a colossal rocket stands poised for its journey—not to the stars just yet, but to the launch pad. NASA's Artemis II mission, the …

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February 3, 2026

NASA's Crew-11 astronauts to discuss medical evacuation from International Space Station today: Watch it live

In the vast silence of space, a single health scare can shatter the rhythm of a mission. That's exactly what happened to NASA's Crew-11, forcing an unprecedented early return from …

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February 3, 2026

NASA sends 4 astronauts back to Earth in first medical evacuation

### NASA's First Medical Evacuation from the ISS: A Dramatic Early Return In the predawn hush of the Pacific Ocean, a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule pierced the atmosphere like a …

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February 3, 2026

Ailing astronaut returns to Earth early in NASA’s first medical evacuation

### Ailing Astronaut Returns to Earth Early in NASA’s First Medical Evacuation SAN DIEGO (AP) — Four astronauts returned to Earth early from the International Space Station on Thursday because …

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February 3, 2026

ISS astronaut medical evacuation latest news: Crew-11 astronauts prepare for SpaceX Dragon departure

In the predawn hush of the Pacific Ocean, a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule pierced the atmosphere like a falling star, marking the end of an unprecedented chapter in space exploration. …

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February 3, 2026

NASA’s Perseverance Rover Completes First AI-Planned Drive on Mars

**NASA’s Perseverance Rover Completes First AI-Planned Drives on Mars** PASADENA, Calif. (AP) — NASA’s Perseverance rover completed the first drives on Mars planned entirely by artificial intelligence, officials said. The …

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January 5, 2026

NASA Prepares for Crucial US Spacewalks 94 and 95: Maintaining the International Space Station's Future

Introduction The International Space Station (ISS) continues to serve as humanity's outpost in low Earth orbit, requiring regular maintenance to ensure its operational longevity. In an exciting development for space …

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December 14, 2025

NASA's Curiosity Rover Uncovers Largest Organic Molecules on Mars: A Breakthrough for Astrobiology

NASA's Curiosity Rover Uncovers Largest Organic Molecules on Mars: A Breakthrough for Astrobiology In a groundbreaking discovery, NASA's Curiosity Rover has detected the largest organic molecules ever found on the …

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December 14, 2025

The New Frontier: How Commercial Space Stations Are Shaping the Future of Space Exploration

The New Frontier: How Commercial Space Stations Are Shaping the Future of Space Exploration In the rapidly evolving landscape of space exploration, commercial space stations are emerging as game-changers, promising …

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December 13, 2025

Perseverance Rover Updates

Perseverance Rover: A Masterclass in Martian Exploration and Engineering Innovation As the Mars 2020 Perseverance Rover continues to traverse the rugged terrain of Jezero Crater, its mission stands as a …

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December 13, 2025

NASA Science

Unveiling the Universe: A Technical and Strategic Analysis of the James Webb Space Telescope Mission As the pinnacle of modern space-based observatories, the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST), managed by …

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December 13, 2025

Rocket Launch Schedule

Long March 12A: A New Era for CASC and Reusable Rocket Technology As the global space industry races toward sustainable and cost-effective launch systems, China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation …

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December 13, 2025

SpaceX news - Today’s latest updates

SpaceX’s Strategic Ascendancy in the New Space Era: A Technical and Competitive Analysis As the space industry undergoes a seismic shift from government-led endeavors to a dynamic, commercial-driven frontier, SpaceX, …

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December 13, 2025

NASA's Artemis Program Updates and Discussion Thread 6

Artemis Program and the Lunar Gateway: A Strategic and Technical Analysis As the Artemis Program advances NASA's ambitious goal of returning humans to the lunar surface by the mid-2020s, the …

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December 13, 2025

UCF to Play Key Role in NASA’s Artemis IV Mission

UCF’s Pivotal Contribution to NASA’s Artemis IV: A Technical and Strategic Analysis As NASA forges ahead with its ambitious Artemis program, aiming to return humanity to the lunar surface and …

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December 13, 2025

Rocket Lab Corporation: RKLB Stock Price Quote & News

Rocket Lab Corporation (RKLB): A Strategic Analysis of Market Position and Technical Innovation in the Evolving Space Launch Sector As the space industry accelerates into a new era of accessibility …

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December 13, 2025

West Texas native hitching a ride to space on Blue Origin’s next launch

Blue Origin’s NS-37 Mission: A West Texas Connection and the Evolution of Suborbital Spaceflight As the space industry accelerates toward a new era of accessibility, Blue Origin’s upcoming New Shepard …

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December 13, 2025

Lawmakers call for environmental review of Blue Origin wastewater permit in Indian River Lagoon

Blue Origin’s Wastewater Discharge in Indian River Lagoon: Environmental and Aerospace Implications As the space industry accelerates toward a new era of frequent launches, the intersection of aerospace operations and …

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November 30, 2025

University Centre for Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development

IGNIS Mission: A Strategic Leap for Polish Space Ambitions and European Collaboration As the global space race intensifies, Poland is carving out a significant niche through its participation in the …

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