US Senate confirms tech billionaire Jared Isaacman as NASA's 15th administrator. A commercial space pioneer takes charge weeks before the landmark Artemis II Moon mission. Full story inside.
Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS makes its closest approach to Earth on Dec 19. Learn how to track it, see NASA images, and discover why scientists reject alien theories. Grab your binoculars!
NASA launches an unprecedented solar system-wide observation campaign to study comet 3I/ATLAS. Find out how and when to spot this rare interstellar visitor from Earth.
NASA's Sentinel-6B satellite, launched Nov 17, will track 90% of Earth's oceans. Its data is vital for India's storm forecasts, coastal planning, and national security. Discover its 6 major benefits.
Elon Musk refutes reports of SpaceX's $800 billion secondary share sale. He clarifies NASA contracts are won on merit, not subsidy. Read the full details here.
Former NASA astronaut Mike Massimino firmly counters Kim Kardashian's Apollo 11 conspiracy theory, calling it disrespectful and impossible to fake. Read his full response.
Former NASA astronaut Mike Massimino discusses the challenges of alien contact, suggesting extraterrestrial life would need superior intelligence to communicate across cosmic distances. Read his insights.
Scientists discover unusually high methanol levels in interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, a key molecule for life. NASA-led study reveals its unique alien chemistry. Read the full findings.
Veteran cosmonaut Oleg Artemyev pulled from Crew-12 mission. Roscosmos confirms replacement by Andrei Fedyayev amid security speculation. Launch set for February 2026. Read the full story.
NASA's Hubble Telescope confirms interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS remains active post-sun flyby. Learn its path, key dates, and how to spot it in December skies. Grab your telescope!
The 'Cold Moon', the last supermoon of 2025, shone 30% brighter on Dec 4. NASA confirms the next supermoon in January 2026. See netizens' stunning photos!
Tersicoccus phoenicis, a bacterium found in NASA clean rooms, survives in a dormant state, undetectable by standard tests. This discovery forces a rethink of planetary protection and sterilization protocols worldwide. Read more.
Billionaire Jared Isaacman, Trump's NASA nominee, promises to return Americans to the Moon before China and ensure no gap in space capabilities. Read his key commitments.
NASA astronaut Don Pettit's orbital photo reveals Mecca's radiant glow from 400 km above Earth. See the stunning image of Islam's holiest city that has captivated the internet.
NASA's Perseverance rover has recorded 55 electric spark events on Mars, confirming a long-held scientific theory. This discovery could reshape our understanding of the Red Planet's atmosphere and climate. Read the full details here.
NASA astronaut Don Pettit captures a unique nighttime image of Mecca and the Kaaba from the International Space Station. A rare celestial perspective on Islam's holiest site.
A breathtaking NASA image from the ISS reveals Jabal Arkanū's concentric rings in Libya, solving the ancient mystery of their terrestrial origin. Discover how magma and erosion sculpted this wonder.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope reveals never-before-seen details of the Red Spider Nebula, showing its dramatic structure and central star with remarkable clarity. Discover the cosmic secrets unveiled.
NASA's Perseverance rover records first evidence of electrical discharges during Martian dust storms. Scientists confirm tiny sparks that could impact future missions.
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NASA-ISRO NISAR mission completes antenna deployment and enters science phase. First S-band radar images reveal Godavari River Delta with unprecedented precision. Read more about this breakthrough in Earth observation.
Discover Mercury's incredible extremes - from scorching heat to freezing nights, rapid orbits to long days. Explore 7 fascinating NASA facts about our solar system's innermost planet!
Scientists using NASA's Fermi telescope may have detected dark matter for the first time. This breakthrough discovery could revolutionize our understanding of the universe. Read more about this cosmic revelation!
NASA astronaut Chris Williams and Russian cosmonauts Sergei Mikaev and Sergei Kud-Sverchkov successfully launched to the International Space Station. Watch their journey and mission details.
NASA astronaut Tracy Dyson and Russian cosmonauts launch to International Space Station aboard Soyuz rocket. Historic US-Russia space cooperation continues amid tensions.
ISS astronauts enjoy special Thanksgiving meal 250 miles above Earth. Discover the gourmet space food bringing comfort to crew members in isolation. Read more!
NASA's Perseverance rover discovers electrical discharges creating mini lightning on Mars. This groundbreaking finding could reshape our understanding of the Red Planet's atmosphere. Read more!
NASA astronauts aboard International Space Station celebrate Thanksgiving with gourmet meal while three new crew members prepare for launch. Read about space traditions!
NASA's Mars orbiter debunks the theory of a south pole lake. New radar data suggests volcanic rock, reshaping the search for water and future human exploration.
NASA and NOAA report Antarctic ozone hole ranked 5th smallest since 1992, breaking up 3 weeks early due to Montreal Protocol success. Learn how global efforts are healing our planet.