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NASA continues stacking its giant Artemis 2 SLS moon rocket (photos)
By Josh Dinner published
NASA's next moon rocket is stacking higher and higher at the Kennedy Space Center, as the SLS stage adapter and interim cryogenic propulsion stage arrive in the VAB.

Glitch forces Japan's asteroid-sampling Hayabusa2 probe into protective 'safe mode' in deep space
By Andrew Jones published
An anomaly has forced the Japanese asteroid-sampling spacecraft Hayabusa2 into protective "safe mode" while journeying through deep space on its extended mission.

A gateway to the Gateway around the moon | Space picture of the day for April 16, 2025
By Robert Z. Pearlman published
One of the first two modules that will form NASA's Gateway platform in orbit around the moon has arrived at its last stop before the launch site.

NASA's Perseverance rover hits the Mars rock gold mine: 'It has been all we had hoped for and more'
By Sharmila Kuthunur published
NASA's Perseverance rover is reveling in a scientific bonanza on Mars after finding a diverse array of rocks that are providing eager scientists a glimpse into the planet's ancient history.

Germany's military wants its own Starlink-like satellite constellation
By Andrew Jones published
Germany's armed forces are planning to build their own constellation of satellites, to avoid becoming reliant on SpaceX's Starlink or other orbiting communications networks.

The best value VR headset, the Meta Quest 3, is now at its lowest-ever price, perfect if you want a bargain or to explore the world of virtual reality for less
By Alexander Cox published
Deals The Meta Quest 3 is one of the best VR headsets on the market, and now it's on offer for its lowest-ever price when you grab it from Amazon, Walmart or Best Buy.

Aisha Bowe becomes 1st Bahamian woman to reach space, remembers Alan Shepard’s landmark flight: 'He landed in Grand Bahama' (video)
By Josh Dinner published
On Monday (April 14), Aisha Bowe became the first Bahamian woman to launch to space — and she already wants to go back.

Katy Perry just became the 1st pop star to sing in space — but Lance Bass, Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Sarah Brightman and Justin Bieber had their chance
By Tariq Malik published
Katy Perry isn't the first performer with space ambitions; Lance Bass, Beyonce, Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber all hoped to be first at one time or another.
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