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New Zealand Launch Site Sends Japanese Satellite into Space

December 15, 2025

A Japanese satellite is now circling Earth after a successful launch from New Zealand. The satellite, called RAISE 4, is on a mission to test new space tech. It carries eight different experiments, including a special sail to help it come back down to Earth safely. This launch was a big deal for Ja

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A Space Station's Ground Problem

November 28, 2025

A Soyuz rocket lifted off on Thursday, carrying three astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS). The crew, including two Russian cosmonauts and one NASA astronaut, reached the ISS safely. But back on Earth, a big issue popped up. A huge 20-ton service platform wasn't secured properly befo

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Mars Mission Takes Off Amid Solar Storm Chaos

November 14, 2025

Blue Origin is all set to give it another shot, launching its massive New Glenn rocket from Florida. This time, it's carrying NASA's ESCAPADE mission to Mars. The plan was delayed twice before, first because of bad weather and a random ship, and then due to a massive solar storm. Even though the sto

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Japan's Final H-2A Rocket Launch: A New Era in Space Exploration

June 29, 2025

Japan's space program reached a milestone on June 28 with the final launch of its H-2A rocket. This event marked the end of an era for a rocket that had been a reliable workhorse for the country's space missions. The H-2A rocket lifted off from the Tanegashima Space Center, successfully deploying t

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Europe's Navigation Tech Takes Off with Rocket Lab

June 26, 2025

Europe is teaming up with Rocket Lab to send two small satellites into space. These satellites are part of a bigger plan to test new navigation technology. The goal is to create a system that can help with positioning, navigation, and timing from low Earth orbit. The satellites, called Pathfinder A

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Reusing Rockets: SpaceX's GPS Mission

May 31, 2025

SpaceX has done it again, launching another rocket into space. This time, it was a Falcon 9 rocket. It took off from Florida. The mission was to send a GPS satellite into orbit around Earth. The launch happened around 1:30 p. m. from a place called Space Launch Complex 40. This is at Cape Canaveral

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Next Giant Leap: Artemis 2 Moon Mission Takes Shape

May 10, 2025

NASA is making big strides with its Artemis 2 moon mission. The massive Space Launch System (SLS) rocket is taking shape inside the Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB) at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Technicians recently added the rocket's second stage, known as the Interim Cryogenic Propulsion Stag

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The Future of Space Exploration: Major Shifts in NASA's Budget

May 2, 2025

The White House has unveiled a budget proposal for 2026 that could significantly alter NASA's trajectory. This proposal aims to reduce the agency's funding by nearly 25% from the previous year. This cut is a big deal because it could change how NASA operates and what it focuses on. The budget p

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SpaceX's Elon Musk Pushes for Early ISS Retirement

February 21, 2025

Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX, has sparked a debate by suggesting that the International Space Station (ISS) should be retired much sooner than planned. He proposed that the ISS should be deorbited in just two years, rather than waiting until 2030. This idea has raised eyebrows and questions about th

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Andøya Aims to Be a Hotspot for Satellite Launches

January 23, 2025

In a significant move, the United States and Norway have inked a deal that allows American space hardware to be exported to Norway for launches. This agreement, called the Technology Safeguards Agreement (TSA), is designed to ensure the security of U. S. launch vehicles and satellites sent to Norway