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AI is making spacecraft propulsion more efficient – and could even lead to nuclear-powered rockets
From bicycles to rockets, learning through experience – whether human or machine – is shaping the future of space exploration.
How to watch 'The War Between the Land and the Sea': stream the 'Doctor Who' spin-off online and from anywhere
The Sea Devils are back in a brand new 'Doctor Who' spin-off. Here's how to watch 'The War Between the Land and the Sea' online on BBC iPlayer in the UK
On this day in space! Dec. 7, 1972: NASA launches Apollo 17, last crewed moon mission
On Dec. 7, 1972, NASA launched the last crew to land on the moon with the Apollo 17 mission.
Scientists sent a menstrual cup to space. This is how it went
Most astronauts who menstruate pause their cycle with hormones before hitting the stars, but in the future, we'll need more options.
Geminid meteor shower 2025 peaks next week. Here's what you need to know about this year's best meteor shower
The Geminids return with near-perfect viewing conditions, offering skywatchers up to 150 meteors an hour under dark December skies.
This Week In Space podcast: Episode 188 — A New NASA Leader Rises?
On Episode 188 of This Week In Space, Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik discuss Jared Isaacman, the billionaire entrepreneur and private astronaut, who took had his second confirmation as NASA's next leader.
Don't miss Jupiter shining close to the waning gibbous moon on Dec. 7
The waning moon shines close to the king of the planets on Dec. 7.
Watch Rocket Lab launch Japanese technology-demonstrating satellite to orbit on Dec. 8
Rocket Lab will launch a Japanese technology-demonstrating satellite on Monday night (Dec. 8), and you can watch the action live.
3 astronauts settle into their new life in orbit | On the International Space Station this week Dec. 1-5, 2025
Newly arrived and soon-to-depart members of Expedition 73 prepared for what is to come next during this, their final week all together aboard the International Space Station.
