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NASA Fires Up Futuristic Plasma Thruster Designed to Take Us to Mars

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The Person Most in Favor of Slashing NASA's Budget? That Would Be NASA's Leader

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NASA's awe-inducing iPhone moon video is a free ad for Apple, but there's a catch

Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope ready for launch

NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is set to launch early, overcoming funding cuts and challenges from previous administrations.

NASA reckons Artemis II heat shield performed like a champ

The Orion heat shield successfully protected the Artemis II crew during re-entry, confirming NASA's revised reentry trajectory was effective.

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Nasa brought crashing down to earth as budget threat follows lunar success

Trump's budget cuts threaten NASA's science programs despite the success of the Artemis II mission.

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NASA Fires Up Futuristic Plasma Thruster Designed to Take Us to Mars

NASA is developing an electric thruster using lithium plasma to reduce reliance on chemical rockets for Mars missions.

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The Person Most in Favor of Slashing NASA's Budget? That Would Be NASA's Leader

NASA's administrator supports significant budget cuts, contradicting expectations for agency growth and innovation.

fromFast Company

NASA's awe-inducing iPhone moon video is a free ad for Apple, but there's a catch

NASA released a video of Earthset filmed by the Artemis II crew, showcasing the beauty of Earth from the lunar surface using an iPhone 17 Pro Max.

Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope ready for launch

NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is set to launch early, overcoming funding cuts and challenges from previous administrations.

NASA reckons Artemis II heat shield performed like a champ

The Orion heat shield successfully protected the Artemis II crew during re-entry, confirming NASA's revised reentry trajectory was effective.

Here's What Kojima Emailed Gabe Newell And Elon Musk About

Wealthy individuals like Gabe Newell and Hideo Kojima share ambitious dreams, including space exploration and advanced technology.

What is the Kardashev scale, and why does Elon Musk talk about it so much?

Humanity's future in space is uncertain despite advancements in technology and plans for moon bases by countries and private companies.

#for-all-mankind

Television

Apple's Next Big Sci-Fi Franchise Teases Its Biggest Leap Yet

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62 Years Later, Apple's Boldest Sci-Fi Epic Just Revealed A Pivotal Moment In Spaceflight History

Television

Apple's Next Big Sci-Fi Franchise Teases Its Biggest Leap Yet

OMG science

62 Years Later, Apple's Boldest Sci-Fi Epic Just Revealed A Pivotal Moment In Spaceflight History

There's a Hidden Shortcut to Mars, Scientific Paper Finds

A new study suggests a route to Mars could reduce travel time to 153 days using asteroid trajectories.

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US Elections

Trump hosts crew of historic Artemis mission: I would have had no trouble making it'

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NASA's Artemis II was a major successso why couldn't the crew flush the toilet?

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Artemis II commander shares a remarkable video of Earth vanishing behind the Moon

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Canadian astronaut's bon mots help heal wounds from French language row

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NASA Artemis II astronauts say thank you to the world

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How far from humanity were the astronauts of Artemis II? The answer will surprise you

US Elections

3 days ago

Trump hosts crew of historic Artemis mission: I would have had no trouble making it'

Donald Trump hosted the Artemis II crew at the White House, celebrating their lunar mission while also discussing unrelated political topics.

NASA's Artemis II was a major successso why couldn't the crew flush the toilet?

The Artemis II mission successfully demonstrated advanced technology but faced a toilet malfunction due to a clogged urine vent line.

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Roam Research

Artemis II commander shares a remarkable video of Earth vanishing behind the Moon

France news

Canadian astronaut's bon mots help heal wounds from French language row

NASA Artemis II astronauts say thank you to the world

Artemis II marks the first human mission to the moon in over 50 years, showcasing significant achievements and challenges faced by the crew.

How far from humanity were the astronauts of Artemis II? The answer will surprise you

Artemis II crew set a record by traveling 406,771 kilometers from Earth, the farthest any humans have gone in space.

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fromThe Washington Post

4 days ago

Trump to host Artemis astronauts, as he eyes more trips to the moon - and Mars

"We will ensure a future of American dominance in space," Trump stated, emphasizing the importance of U.S. leadership in lunar and Martian exploration during a speech at NASA's Kennedy Space Center.

Washington DC

Roam Research

4 days ago

Check your gravity with NASA's Artemis II zero-g indicator

The official Rise plushie is expected to be in high demand despite differences from the flown version.

fromBig Think

5 days ago

The challenge of celebrating Artemis II as NASA cuts loom

Humanity returned to the Moon in 2026 after 54 years, achieving unprecedented exploration and inspiring future endeavors despite severe funding cuts to scientific organizations.

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5 days ago

Starfield PS5 Review: Bethesda's Flawed Interstellar RPG Rewards Patience

Starfield aimed for the stars but fell short of reaching escape velocity, struggling with frequent loading screens and an empty game world that hindered its expansive ambitions.

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Writing

I was super horny when I made my early work': Loie Hollowell's abstract paintings of breasts and vaginas

Loie Hollowell's painting series Overview Effect reflects her experiences of childbirth and the awe of space, coinciding with the Artemis II moon mission.

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Little Debbie Once Sent This Snack Cake 18 Miles Into Space - Tasting Table

Little Debbie launched a Cosmic Cupcake into space as a publicity stunt, reaching an altitude of 18 miles.

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NASA finds new molecules on Mars, suicide hotline shows promise, AI voice clones beat humans

NASA's Curiosity rover found diverse organic molecules on Mars, suggesting potential clues for past life.

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Is it life? We can't tell': Nasa's Curiosity rover finds organic molecules on Mars

Curiosity rover detected organic molecules on Mars, suggesting potential ancient life or geological processes, but cannot confirm life existence.

NASA finds new molecules on Mars, suicide hotline shows promise, AI voice clones beat humans

NASA's Curiosity rover found diverse organic molecules on Mars, suggesting potential clues for past life.

Is it life? We can't tell': Nasa's Curiosity rover finds organic molecules on Mars

Curiosity rover detected organic molecules on Mars, suggesting potential ancient life or geological processes, but cannot confirm life existence.

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The tortoise and the hare: will China beat the US in the race back to the moon?

The US and China are in a space race to establish lunar bases and claim resources, with China potentially having the upper hand.

fromNature

From bats at dusk to asteroid quests: Books in brief

We do not cast our eyes upwards as often as our great-grandparents did, instead looking down at our smartphones' glow. Living on a narrowboat pushes me to learn from looking up.

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fromPsychology Today

Earth Day Came Early This Year

The Overview Effect transforms humanity's perspective on Earth, fostering unity and inspiring environmental action through space exploration.

fromBig Think

Only antimatter provides the energy we need for interstellar travel

Interstellar travel requires overcoming challenges related to distance, time, speed, and fuel efficiency, with antimatter being the most efficient fuel source.

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Video: Opinion | In 1968, They Saw Earth From the Moon for the First Time

Astronauts in 1968 captured the first Earthrise image, profoundly changing our perspective of Earth in the vast universe.

NASA just dropped a stunning new Hubble image of a Cosmic Sea Lemon' 5,000 light-years away

Hubble Space Telescope celebrates 36 years with a new image of the Trifid Nebula, showcasing changes in a formation known as the Cosmic Sea Lemon.

Jeff Bezos' Botched Space Launch Was So Bad It Could Threaten NASA's Entire Moon Program

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket failure jeopardizes NASA's Artemis program and could delay Moon landing plans.

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Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin grounds New Glenn rocket after a bad engine put a satellite in the wrong orbit | Fortune

Blue Origin launches New Glenn, suffers issue deploying craft | Fortune

New Glenn's third flight reused a booster but failed to place its satellite in the correct orbit.

Jeff Bezos' Botched Space Launch Was So Bad It Could Threaten NASA's Entire Moon Program

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket failure jeopardizes NASA's Artemis program and could delay Moon landing plans.

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Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin grounds New Glenn rocket after a bad engine put a satellite in the wrong orbit | Fortune

Blue Origin launches New Glenn, suffers issue deploying craft | Fortune

New Glenn's third flight reused a booster but failed to place its satellite in the correct orbit.

The SpaceX IPO is a trillion-dollar gamble on the future of space

SpaceX's IPO presents a controversial investment opportunity amid debates on the profitability of space ventures and the high costs associated with space exploration.

Astronauts' brains don't fully adapt to life in microgravity, new study finds

Microgravity affects astronauts' motor skills, balance, vision, heart shape, and brain position, highlighting the need for understanding these changes for future space exploration.

NASA Shuts Down Voyager 1 Instrument as Its Life Force Fades

NASA's Voyager 1 is shutting down its Low-energy Charge Particles experiment to conserve power and extend its operational life.

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The Little Probe That Could: Why Voyager 1 Matters, and Why NASA Just Switched Part of It Off

NASA Shuts Down Voyager 1 Instrument as Its Life Force Fades

NASA's Voyager 1 is shutting down its Low-energy Charge Particles experiment to conserve power and extend its operational life.

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US news

The Little Probe That Could: Why Voyager 1 Matters, and Why NASA Just Switched Part of It Off

The Human Drive to Explore

Curiosity drives exploration of both the universe and our inner selves, linking science, art, and well-being.

Artemis II astronauts say landing on the Moon is "absolutely doable" soon

Astronauts learned that teamwork and preparation are crucial for handling challenges in space missions, making lunar landing achievable.

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6 years ago

British invention gives astronauts on the ISS faster internet

Astronauts on the ISS will receive broadband speeds up to 50Mbps from the British device COLKa, enhancing communication with Earth.

fromBreaking Defense

White House wants Pentagon to demo nuclear space power by 2031 - Breaking Defense

The Trump administration's new strategy aims to develop nuclear power for space, enabling sustained human presence on the moon and Mars.

fromPsychology Today

Why Are People So Passionate About a Return to the Moon?

Artemis 2 is a historic mission that carries astronauts beyond low Earth orbit, marking a significant milestone in space exploration.

fromWIRED

NASA Wants to Put Nuclear Reactors on the Moon

The United States aims to deploy nuclear reactors in orbit and on the moon by 2030 to enhance space capabilities.

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Astroport and Vermeer collaborate on autonomous lunar construction machinery

The term 'Lunar Iron' refers to the class of heavy construction machinery required for lunar base development, including excavators, trenchers, and surface miners.

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fromWIRED

The Caves That Could Help Us Find, or Become, Aliens

"The worst place to live on Earth is actually the safest place to live on another planet," he adds.

Roam Research

Fission impossible: Uncle Sam wants nuclear power in space

NASA has 30 days to kick off a program for a mid-power space reactor ready for launch by 2030. A lunar variant is required, as is an option for nuclear electric propulsion.

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Podcast

fromSlate Magazine

Honey, I Shrunk My Wife!

The show discusses various cultural topics including films, a comedy series, and the resurgence of cigarettes in Hollywood.

fromBig Think

This viral image of Saturn isn't real; it's AI slop

The Cassini-Huygens mission studied Saturn from 2004 to 2017, revealing unique phenomena like a hurricane at its south pole.

fromThe Walrus

The Endless Wonder and Beautiful Uncertainty of Interstellar Comets | The Walrus

3I/ATLAS, an interstellar comet, passed Earth on December 19, 2025, sparking public fascination and speculation about its origins and nature.

Japanese rocket came unglued, causing mission fail

JAXA's analysis indicated that the manufacturing process for a component holding the satellite payload was flawed, primarily due to unexpected high temperatures that weakened the adhesive used.

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Mindfulness

fromPsychology Today

The Collective Effervescence of Artemis II

Collective effervescence is a shared emotional state that enhances life satisfaction and can be experienced during significant social events.

Will the Dream Chaser space plane ever fly in space?

Dream Chaser, a commercial space plane, is not part of NASA's moon plans but may still dock with the ISS in the future.

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Science

Congratulations to the Artemis II crew but the case for sending astronauts into space is rapidly shrinking | Martin Rees and Donald Goldsmith

The US and China are racing to send humans to the moon and possibly Mars, with significant investments in lunar exploration.

Science

The Artemis II mission has ended. Where does NASA go from here?

The Artemis II mission marks humanity's return to deep space, but greater challenges lie ahead for future missions.

Congratulations to the Artemis II crew but the case for sending astronauts into space is rapidly shrinking | Martin Rees and Donald Goldsmith

The US and China are racing to send humans to the moon and possibly Mars, with significant investments in lunar exploration.

The Artemis II mission has ended. Where does NASA go from here?

The Artemis II mission marks humanity's return to deep space, but greater challenges lie ahead for future missions.

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Artemis II splashdown: Orion capsule scheduled to land off California coast at just after 5pm local time live updates

The Orion capsule's splashdown is scheduled for 5:07 PM PT, following a detailed timeline of events leading to reentry.