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Space Agency Picks New Lunar Rover Contractor for Moon Mission

March 24, 2026

Intuitive Machines secured a hefty $180. 4 million deal to send a lunar rover and additional tech to the Moon under NASA’s Commercial Lunar Payload Services plan. The contract also brings in a rover from Australia’s Space Agency and gadgets from Honeybee Robotics, which belongs to Jeff Bezos’ Blue O

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Jupiter’s Lightning and NASA’s Tight Budget: A Tale of Big Storms and Small Funds

March 24, 2026

Jupiter’s storms are huge, and the lightning they produce is far stronger than anything on Earth. Scientists who studied data from NASA’s Juno spacecraft found flashes that can be a hundred times more powerful. Juno has been circling Jupiter since 2016, and its instruments can pick up the radi

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Rocket Journeys: From Tiny Beginnings to Giant Dreams

March 16, 2026

The first liquid‑fuel rocket, named “Nell, ” lifted only 41 feet on its debut a century ago. Though modest, it sparked the era of spaceflight that would see humans walk on the Moon decades later. Celebrating this milestone, several staff members share their most memorable launch experiences. One

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Research Trends on Kawasaki Disease in Southeast Asia

March 16, 2026

Studies show that the rate of Kawasaki disease is rising in Southeast Asian countries, and scientists are trying to understand why. One reason may be a link with the COVID‑19 pandemic, which has drawn more attention to the illness. Researchers wanted to see how many papers and citations about Kawasa

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New Rocket Roadblocks Push NASA’s Moon Mission Back

February 24, 2026

NASA’s biggest space plan is facing a fresh snag. After a recent test, engineers discovered that helium – the gas used to keep fuel tanks full and clean – was not flowing properly in the upper section of the Space Launch System (SLS). Because the problem cannot be fixed on the launchpad, the rocket

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Keeping Artemis II Astronauts Healthy: A Two-Week Lockdown

February 17, 2026

The Artemis II mission, set to be the first human moon voyage in half a century, is taking no chances with astronaut health. Before liftoff, the four crew members must spend 14 days in quarantine. This isn't just about avoiding major illnesses; even a simple cold can cause big problems in space. For

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A Hidden Gem in Mount Pleasant: Discovering Bulls Bay Boulevard

February 17, 2026

In the heart of Mount Pleasant, a unique opportunity has surfaced. A home at 769 Bulls Bay Boulevard is up for grabs. This isn't just any house. It's a gateway to a private golf community that's been keeping a low profile for years. Bulls Bay Golf Club is no ordinary club. It's known for its exclus

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NASA Fixes Fuel Leak Issues Ahead of Moon Mission

February 15, 2026

NASA is working hard to stop fuel leaks on its big rocket before the next test. The Space Launch System (SLS) used for Artemis missions has had a problem with hydrogen leaking during fueling. The leak caused a practice countdown to stop early in February. Scientists traced the problem to the

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NASA's Science Missions Face Unexpected Funding Freeze

February 14, 2026

NASA has been asked to hit the brakes on spending for over 15 science projects. This pause comes from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB), even though Congress recently approved a budget that restored NASA's funding. The projects on hold include some big names, like the Chandra X-Ray Observato

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Moon Mission Delayed: Why Artemis II Is Pushing Back

February 11, 2026

NASA’s plan to send a crew to the moon after half a century has hit a snag. During a practice launch on January 31, 2026, the rocket that will carry four astronauts began leaking liquid hydrogen. The leak forced engineers to stop the fuel flow, fix it, and then restart—only for the problem to recur