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China’s Galactic Energy: First launch failure

China's Galactic Energy faced its inaugural launch failure during its 10th attempt, resulting in the loss of a Ceres-1 rocket and its payload.
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New study unlocks galaxies of the early universe

Rochester Institute of Technology scientists are redefining our understanding of the cosmos and the brilliant galaxies of the early universe using data from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST).
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UK Space Agency: New liability framework for orbital operations

The UK Space Agency is revolutionising how satellite operators handle liability for space incidents by breaking away from the one-size-fits-all approach to liability limits for satellite operators.

North England’s northern lights spectacle

The northern region of England had its skies lit up in pink, green, and yellow hues lights following a captivating northern lights spectacle.
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Are polar ring galaxies more common than we thought?

On September 13th, a team of international astronomers, including scientists from Queen's University, discovered two potential polar ring galaxies using CSIRO'S ASKAP radio telescope's WALLABY survey.
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UK Space sector’s need for AI and machine learning experts

The UK space sector urgently seeks AI and machine learning experts to capitalise on emerging technologies, according to a recent survey.
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Nearest black holes to Earth found in Hyades star cluster

A study recently published in the Monthly Notices of the Royal Astronomical Society hints at a significant discovery—black holes may be lurking in the Hyades star cluster, our closest open cluster to the solar system.

The magnetic field of a distant galaxy that has travelled over 11 billion years

Astronomers have used the Atacama Large Millimeter / Submillimeter Array (ALMA) to detect the magnetic field of a distant galaxy, whose light has travelled over 11 billion years to reach us.
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NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope sheds new light on supernova

James Webb's Space Telescope (JWST) is now studying one of the most renowned supernovae, SN 1987A (Supernova 1987A), located 168,000 light-years away in the Large Magellanic Cloud.

A planet denser than steel? Planetary collisions could be the cause

Astronomers worldwide have found a planet the size of Neptune, denser than steel, whose composition could be the result of a giant planetary clash.
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Strain on NASA deep space network amidst growing demand

NASA Deep Space Network (DSN) faces a critical juncture as mounting demand from Artemis missions and other space endeavors taxes its capabilities while budget constraints exacerbate the strain.

Neptune’s vanishing clouds linked to solar cycle

Astronomers have discovered a connection between the changing cloud levels on Neptune and the 11-year solar cycle, during which the Sun's fluctuating magnetic fields influence solar events.
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Rare Luna sighting of super blue moon set to unfold this week

A rare super blue moon will be visible on Wednesday 30th of August for the first time since 2009, but how to see it?
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Concerns over space travel’s effect on red blood cells and bone health

Space travel's impact on red blood cells and bone health is a growing concern. A study of 14 astronauts reveals that bone marrow fat might be vital to restoring these crucial elements.
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Pioneering the future of lunar infrastructure: LunA-10

DARPA launches LunA-10, a decade-long initiative reshaping lunar infrastructure by 2035, catalysing transformative advancements in the domain.
NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has captured a tightly bound pair of actively forming stars, known as Herbig-Haro 46/47, in high-resolution near-infrared light. (Image credit: NASA, ESA, CSA. Image Processing: Joseph DePasquale (STScI)/post-processing inset image Daisy Dobrijevic)

Cosmic question mark captured by NASA’s JWST

In a fascinating celestial spectacle, the cutting-edge NASA James Webb Space Telescope has recently unveiled an enigmatic occurrence.
Hawthorne CA USA: August 24 2018: SpaceX designs, manufactures and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft. The company was founded in 2002 to revolutionize space technology, with the ultimate goal of enabling people to live on other planets. Falcon 9 is a two-stage rocket designed and manufactured by SpaceX for the reliable and safe transport of satellites and the Dragon spacecraft into orbit. Falcon 9 is the first orbital class rocket capable of reflight. SpaceX believes rocket reusability is the key breakthrough needed to reduce the cost of access to space and enable people to live on other planets. Falcon 9 was designed from the ground up for maximum reliability. Falcon 9’s simple two-stage configuration minimizes the number of separation events -- and with nine first-stage engines, it can safely complete its mission even in the event of an engine shutdown.

SpaceX introduces bandwagon rideshares for potential commercial space travel

SpaceX introduces bandwagon rideshares, addressing the growing demand for mid-inclination orbits, marking a pioneering step in accessible space exploration.
A still image taken from a video from Virgin Galactic shows the launch of Virgin Galactic’s private astronaut mission Galactic 02 on 10 August. Photograph: Virgin Galactic/AFP/Getty Images

First tourism space mission takes flight thanks to Virgin Galactic

After years of anticipation, Virgin Galactic, the brainchild of Richard Branson, has finally launched its first tourism space mission, fulfilling a long-standing commitment.
The M-1000 bus from Momentus is based on its Vigoride orbital transfer vehicle. Credit: Momentus

Space Transportation: Momentus unveils M-1000 satellite bus

In-space transportation provider Momentus introduces the M-1000, a satellite bus variant of its Vigoride tug, catering to diverse customer needs.
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Accurate forecasting of space weather is needed now

Space weather experts agree that without accurate forecasting, the Earth is at risk of serious infrastructure damage from the next geomagnetic storm

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