Chris Arridge Latest articles by Chris Arridge Why Space Exploration Must Continue (Op-Ed) By Chris Arridge published 13 October 14 Launched by the Soviet Union in 1957, Sputnik 1 became the world’s first artificial satellite. This legacy continues today with our exploration of the solar system. Space Exploration Get the Space.com NewsletterBreaking space news, the latest updates on rocket launches, skywatching events and more!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors MORE FROM SPACE...1SpaceX launches Sirius XM radio satellite to orbit, lands rocket on ship at sea (photos)2Saving Gateway, SLS and Orion? Sen. Ted Cruz proposes $10 billion more for NASA's moon and Mars efforts3Best beginner binoculars 2025: Convenient, general use and affordable4Powerful solar telescope unveils ultra-fine magnetic 'curtains' on the sun's surface5Catch Jupiter and Mercury side by side in the evening sky this week
Why Space Exploration Must Continue (Op-Ed) By Chris Arridge published 13 October 14 Launched by the Soviet Union in 1957, Sputnik 1 became the world’s first artificial satellite. This legacy continues today with our exploration of the solar system.