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James Webb reveals unexpected atmosphere on scorching exoplanet 55 Cancri e

The James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) has provided new insights into the atmosphere of 55 Cancri e, an ultra-hot rocky exoplanet located approximately 41 light-years from Earth. The findings challenge previous scientific models and offer astronomers a rare opportunity to better understand the internal......

Roscosmos and Nasa agree to extend International Space Station operations through 2030

Russia's space agency, Roscosmos, and the United States' National Aeronautics and Space Administration (Nasa) have agreed to continue joint operations aboard the International Space Station (ISS) until 2030, reaffirming one of the longest-standing international partnerships in space exploration. Roscosmos......

NASA seeks four volunteers for year-long Mars mission simulation

NASA is recruiting four volunteers to participate in a year-long isolation study designed to simulate the conditions astronauts could experience during future missions to Mars and the Moon. The participants will live and work in a controlled environment at NASA's Johnson Space Center in Houston,......

NASA launches pioneering orbital rescue mission to save aging Swift telescope

NASA has successfully launched an unprecedented robotic mission aimed at extending the life of one of its retired space observatories by relocating it to a safer orbit, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of orbital servicing technologies. After several postponements caused by poor weather......

Katalyst launches robotic mission to extend life of NASA’s swift space observatory

NASA and Arizona-based startup Katalyst Space Technologies have launched an ambitious orbital servicing mission aimed at extending the operational life of the Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory, marking a significant step forward in satellite rescue and in-orbit servicing technology. The mission, launched......

NASA launches initiative to boost space economy and support Moon and Mars exploration

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) has launched a new initiative in partnership with the US Small Business Administration (SBA) aimed at expanding private investment in the American space industry and accelerating the development of technologies needed for future missions to the Moon......

Scientists monitor asteroid 2024 YR4 as its next Earth approach draws attention

Asteroid 2024 YR4 has become one of the most closely monitored near-Earth objects as astronomers continue to study its future trajectory, although experts emphasize that the current risk of an impact with Earth remains extremely low. The renewed attention comes as the world marks World Asteroid Day......

James Webb Telescope Detects Unusual Atmosphere on Extreme Lava World 55 Cancri e

The James Webb Space Telescope has revealed new and unexpected details about the atmosphere of the distant exoplanet 55 Cancri e, a rocky world classified as an ultra-hot super-Earth located approximately 41 light-years from Earth. The planet, first discovered in 2004, is roughly twice the size of Earth......

NASA names Artemis III crew for critical lunar mission test

NASA has unveiled the four astronauts selected for Artemis III, a mission that marks a major milestone in the agency’s effort to return humans to the Moon. Scheduled to launch no earlier than late 2027, the two-week mission will focus on testing key technologies and operational procedures required......