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NASA's Parker Solar Probe is solving long-standing mysteries about the sun. Here's what we've learned so far.
By Paul Sutter published
The goal of the Parker Solar Probe mission is to investigate the mysteries of the sun's corona, its outer atmosphere. What has it learned so far?
Documentary director redefines astronaut Eileen Collins as the 'Spacewoman' (interview)
By Robert Z. Pearlman published
The dictionary defines "spacewoman" as simply "a woman astronaut." In the case of its latest usage, though, the term carries more meaning. "Spacewoman" is a new film about Eileen Collins.
The ISS has been leaking for 5 years. NASA and Russia disagree on how to fix it
By Elizabeth Howell published
Crew-8 commander Matthew Dominick says NASA is carefully making decisions for astronaut safety while the ISS deals with a leak, and spacesuit issues, related to aging hardware.
A guide to the Canadian Space Agency: Key missions, achievements, and future plans
By Elizabeth Howell last updated
Reference Discover everything you need to know about the Canadian Space Agency, including its missions, achievements, and role in space exploration.
Donald Trump's approach to US space policy could throw up some surprises, especially with Elon Musk on board
By Bleddyn Bowen, P.J. Blount published
What can be expected of a second Trump administration on space policy? In short, a mixture of continuity and change.
Did NASA's Viking landers accidentally kill life on Mars? Why one scientist thinks so
By Victoria Corless published
Dirk Schulze-Makuch is a scientist who thinks NASA's Viking landers could have inadvertently destroyed the life they were searching for. In this Q&A, we ask why.
Artemis 2's Orion capsule goes into altitude chamber to prep for 2025 moon mission (photo)
By Elizabeth Howell published
Today, an altitude chamber. Next year, the moon.
Former Virgin Galactic CEO George Whitesides wins seat in US Congress
By Mike Wall published
Former Virgin Galactic CEO and NASA Chief of Staff George Whitesides won his race to represent California's 27th district in the U.S. Congress.
NASA dealing with aging ISS and spacewalk hardware: 'None of our spacesuits are spring chickens'
By Elizabeth Howell published
Crew-8 commander Matthew Dominick says NASA is carefully making decisions for astronaut safety while the ISS deals with a leak, and spacesuit issues, related to aging hardware.
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