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Space isn’t all about the 'race' – rival superpowers must work together for a better future
By Art Cotterell published
What is this latest “space race” about, and are there pathways to common ground? History suggests these do exist. As a space governance specialist, I argue our future depends on it.

NASA announces 9 possible moon landing sites for Artemis 3 lunar mission
By Sharmila Kuthunur published
NASA has refined its list of potential landing sites near the moon's south pole for its Artemis 3 mission, which aims to return astronauts to the lunar surface no earlier than 2026.

NASA faces tough decisions on Orion capsule's heat shield for Artemis moon missions
By Leonard David published
NASA remains in an ongoing test mode to determine what’s behind the ablative thermal protective material that chipped away unexpectedly from the Artemis 1 Orion heat shield during its reentry.

Both Harris and Trump have records on space policy − an international affairs expert examines where they differ when it comes to the final frontier
By Thomas G. Roberts published
The next president of the United States could be the first in that office to accept a phone call from the Moon and hear a woman’s voice on the line.

Europe's bold 'Explore 2040' campaign aims to get astronauts to the moon and Mars
By Andrew Jones published
ESA's 'Explore 2040' strategy sets its sights on low Earth orbit, the moon and Mars, demanding greater innovation and increased European presence in space.

Chile and Cyprus join Artemis Accords for responsible moon exploration
By Mike Wall published
Chile and Cyprus have signed the Artemis Accords, bringing the number of nations in the moon-exploration coalition to 47.

To land safely on Mars and the moon, we may need to measure dust
By Sharmila Kuthunur published
A new radar instrument designed to measure nearby dust and debris could make spacecraft landings on the moon and Mars safer.

Europe launches ambitious 'Moonlight' program to support lunar exploration
By Andrew Jones published
Europe has officially launched the Moonlight program, which aims to provide services for the more than 400 moon missions planned by space agencies and private companies over the next two decades.
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