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The moon, Mars, asteroids and Jupiter: China reveals ambitious space exploration plans
By Andrew Jones published
From lunar water hunts to Mars sample returns, China's space program is embarking on groundbreaking missions across the solar system, aiming for the moon, Mars and beyond.
Artemis Accords: What are they & which countries are involved?
By Robert Lea last updated
Reference As the Artemis program aims to return humanity to the moon and beyond, the Artemis Accords lay out a framework for nations collaborating in this effort.
Relive SpaceX's epic Starship launch (and rocket catch) in these jawdropping photos and video
By Elizabeth Howell published
The fifth flight test of SpaceX's Starship megarocket on Oct. 13 demonstrated not only great engineering but also some amazing photography. Here are some of the best shots.
A 21st-century moon suit: Axiom Space's lunar spacesuit sports 4G comms, Prada looks and Oakley visors for Artemis astronauts
By Andrew Jones published
Axiom Space's new AxEMU spacesuit for Artemis moon missions features a variety of advanced tech, including 4G comms and an HD camera system.
When will Boeing’s Starliner fly astronauts again? NASA still doesn’t know
By Elizabeth Howell published
NASA is still unsure when it will next put astronauts on Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, which experienced issues during its first crewed test flight this summer.
Europa Clipper: A complete guide to NASA's astrobiology mission
By Keith Cooper last updated
Reference The Europa Clipper is NASA's mission to explore Jupiter's icy moon Europa. Explore the mission in more detail with our ultimate guide.
Blue Origin donates New Shepard rocket and crew capsule to Smithsonian
By Robert Z. Pearlman published
Blue Origin founder Jeff Bezos once pledged that if his company's first rocket to reach space and land vertically back on Earth survived, he would put it in a museum. He has made good on his word.
Artemis moon suit designed by Axiom Space and Prada revealed in Milan (photos)
By Robert Z. Pearlman published
The next U.S. astronauts to walk on the moon will do so in style. Axiom Space and Prada have revealed the outer cover layer for the AxEMU spacesuit.
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