Human Spaceflight

'We almost did have a really terrible day.' NASA now says Boeing's 1st Starliner astronaut flight was a 'Type A mishap'

By Mike Wall published 19 February 26

"This was a really challenging event in our recent history."

Do you suffer from IBS? This doctor says 'gravity intolerance' may be to blame

By Jessica Rendall published 19 February 26

By bringing gravity into the equation, we can focus on effective strategies for managing IBS in space and on Earth.

'Fully unlocking the orbital economy': This California company will fly astronauts to the space station in 2027

By Mike Wall published 16 February 26

NASA has selected the California startup Vast to operate the sixth private astronaut mission to the International Space Station. Liftoff is targeted for summer 2027.

Will astronauts aboard the ISS get to watch Super Bowl LX?

By Jeff Spry published 7 February 26

There are only three astronauts currently aboard the ISS, and two are Russian. Even so, NASA has plans to make sure the big game will be beamed up to orbit.

It's time to think about human reproduction in space, scientists urge

By Sharmila Kuthunur published 4 February 26

"If reproduction is ever to occur beyond Earth, it must do so with a clear commitment to safety, transparency and ethical integrity."

'I hope they forget all about Artemis 2': Moon astronauts are taking the long view

By Mike Wall published 2 February 26

NASA's upcoming Artemis 2 moon mission is historic, but it's designed to pave the way for even bigger things.

Watch NASA fuel up its Artemis 2 moon rocket today in critical prelaunch test

By Mike Wall published 2 February 26

NASA will conduct a crucial fueling test with its Artemis 2 moon rocket today (Feb. 2), and you can watch the action live.

Chinese space tourism startup eyes 2028 for 1st crewed mission, signs celebrity for future flight

By Andrew Jones published 31 January 26

InterstellOr is already taking bookings for its planned suborbital flights and says it has attracted its first celebrity passenger, highlighting China's growing commercial space ambitions.

NASA's Artemis 2 mission to the moon puts Crew-12 SpaceX launch in delicate dance

By Josh Dinner published 30 January 26

SpaceX launch date of Crew-12 astronauts to the International Space Station will depend on the outcome of the Artemis 2 wet dress rehearsal and launch attempts.

NASA and SpaceX move up launch of Crew-12 astronauts to Feb. 11 as relief crew after ISS medical evacuation

By Josh Dinner published 28 January 26

NASA and SpaceX are proceeding ahead of schedule with their next astronaut launch to the International Space Station, which is currently operating with a skeleton crew.