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Steven Spielberg's alien conspiracy movie 'Disclosure Day' finally hits a streaming service in October
By Jeff Spry Published
This summer's sci-fi mystery about alien conspiracies finally lands on the streamer next month.

Where will the US Space Academy be based? NASA wants class to start by 2028
By Julian Dossett Published
The hunt is on for a state to host the newly announced U.S. Space Academy. Groundbreaking for the new institution, wherever it ends up being, is targeted for 2027.

Russia launching 3 tons of cargo to the space station today: Watch it live
By Mike Wall Published
Russia plans to launch the Progress 96 cargo mission to the International Space Station today (Sept. 16), and you can watch the action live.

22 years of science! NASA's Roman Space Telescope doubles its lifetime with super-precise engine burn
By Keith Cooper Published
Originally planned to have a primary five-year mission followed by a five-year extended mission, the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope will now operate for over two decades.

New 'StarCraft' game announced, but it's a grim open-world shooter and it's not coming until 2030
By Fran Ruiz Published
Blizzard Entertainment is returning to StarCraft with an all-new game that's leaving the series' real-time strategy roots behind.

US Space Force says it operates weapons in orbit: 'Our aim is deterrence'
By Josh Dinner Published
The U.S. Space Force is opening up about its operation of orbital weapons, "that can defend the joint force against space-enabled attacks."

SpaceX's next Starship launch will lift off on Sept. 22 and aim to reach orbit for 1st time
By Mike Wall Published
SpaceX is targeting Sept. 22 for Starship's first-ever orbital launch, a landmark flight that will deploy 26 Starlink satellites and last about 10 hours.

Microscopic alien technology may be hidden in moon dust, scientists say
By Elizabeth Howell Published
Could we find alien technology embedded in moon dust?

Making rocket fuel out of Mars' thin air: New breakthrough could make it happen
By Keith Cooper Published
By making fuel on the Red Planet rather than bringing it from Earth, a Mars mission could save vital mass.

'The violence leaves a mark': How satellites are helping the world monitor war and atrocities
By Tereza Pultarova Published
A satellite's view from above fills the gaps in our understanding of the grim realities of war and makes it harder for totalitarian regimes to hide their crimes. But challenges exist.
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