(NewsNation) — In searching for signs of intelligent life in outer space, a new study suggests humans may not be alone. What are Dyson spheres? Researchers have identified at least seven stars that might be surrounded by advanced megastructures known as “Dyson spheres.” Radiation could pose challenge to putting people on Mars The theory is … Read more
NASA has accidentally broadcast a simulation of astronauts being treated for decompression sickness on the International Space Station, prompting social media speculation of an emergency. The National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s live YouTube channel on Wednesday broadcast audio indicating a crew member was experiencing the effects of decompression sickness, NASA said on its official ISS … Read more
(NewsNation) — A massive solar storm that impacted Earth also affected Mars, and data suggests radiation levels on the red planet could pose a challenge to human exploration there. A record-setting solar storm made the aurora borealis visible as far south as North Carolina, stunning people with a view of the dancing lights not usually … Read more
(NewsNation) — After China landed a probe on the far side of the moon, NASA warned there is a new space race between America and China. One question is the use of the moon as various countries seek to find resources upon it. Dr. Neil deGrasse Tyson with the Hayden Planetarium in New York said … Read more
Video shows Starliner docking at ISS on June 6 TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – NASA confirmed Wednesday night that there is “no emergency situation” at the International Space Station after simulation audio was accidentally played on a livestream. The audio, which was a simulation meant for training, played at about 6:30 p.m. and stated that a … Read more
(NewsNation) — A fifth helium leak has been found on Boeing’s Starliner, currently docked at the International Space Station. The vessel made its first crewed test flight launch after multiple delays and scrubbed launches, leaving Boeing years behind SpaceX, its competitor in the field. Both companies are part of NASA’s Commercial Cargo Spacecraft program, which … Read more
The former Apollo 8 astronaut who took the iconic “Earthrise” photo in 1968, showing the planet as a shadowed blue marble from space, has died in a plane crash. Retired Major General William Anders was killed on Friday when the plane he was piloting alone plummeted into the waters off the San Juan Islands in … Read more
Retired Maj. Gen. William Anders, the former Apollo 8 astronaut who took the iconic Earthrise photo has been killed when the plane he was piloting alone plummeted into the waters off the San Juan Islands in Washington state. Anders was 90. His son, Greg Anders, confirmed his death to The Associated Press. “The family is … Read more
SpaceX has completed a mostly successful fourth test of its revolutionary new Starship rocket, a key step toward returning humans to the Moon and, maybe one day, landing on Mars. The flight, integrated flight test 4 (IFT-4), lifted off today from SpaceX’s Boca Chica test site in Texas at 7:50 am Central time. Standing 233 … Read more
If or when SLAC’s planned project, the Light Dark Matter Experiment (LDMX), receives funding—a decision from the Department of Energy is expected in the next year or so—it will scan for light dark matter. The experiment is designed to accelerate electrons toward a target made of tungsten in End Station A. In the vast majority … Read more
