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SpaceX rocket launches NASA SPHEREx space telescope and PUNCH solar probes
By Monisha Ravisetti published
The duo launched on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket on March 11 at 11:10 p.m. EST (0209 March 12 GMT).

Rocket Lab unveils plan to land Neutron rockets at sea, 1st launch in 2025
By Tariq Malik published
The new Neutron rocket includes a "hippo" mouth fairing that deploys upper stages by spitting them out from inside.

Moon mascot wanted! Your idea could fly as NASA's Artemis II zero-g indicator
By Robert Z. Pearlman published
The first astronauts preparing to fly to the moon in more than 50 years want your help identifying their "moon mascot." NASA's Artemis II crew is seeking an original idea for their zero-g indicator.

For NASA astronauts on a 10-day space mission that lasted 9 months, a landing date at last
By Josh Dinner published
Crew members launching on SpaceX's next mission to the International Space Station are ready to take the reins of the orbital lab so NASA's Starliner astronauts can finally return to Earth.

NASA delays launch of SPHEREx and PUNCH missions to March 8
By Josh Dinner last updated
NASA is now launching its SPHEREx and PUNCH space missions on March 6 at 10:09 p.m. ET.

Low on power and spinning out of control, NASA's Lunar Trailblazer moon probe's future looks grim
By Leonard David published
It's been a week since NASA lost contact with its new water-hunting moon satellite.

Earth shines over the moon in amazing 1st photos from private Blue Ghost lander. 'We're all in that picture.'
By Daisy Dobrijevic published
Blue Ghost aced its lunar landing and is already sharing its first stunning views from the moon.

Russian cargo ship docks at space station with science, spacesuit and supplies
By Robert Z. Pearlman published
A new delivery of food, fuel and supplies has arrived at the International Space Station by way of a Russian supply ship.
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