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UK invests £75.6 million in a mission to clean up space debris

The UK Space Agency has announced a new initiative aimed at addressing the growing issue of space debris, launching a £75.6 million procurement process.

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.

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.

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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Can a new algorithm protect us from near-Earth asteroids?

The asteroid discovery algorithm, HelioLinc3D, has revealed its ability to detect “potentially hazardous” near-Earth asteroids and potentially prove invaluable in times of need.

Groundbreaking image exposes secrets of planet formation

European Southern Observatory's groundbreaking image shows dusty clumps around a young star that may pave the way for Jupiter-sized planet formation.

Magnetic and acoustic levitation to protect bioprint heart models against radiation

The new PULSE project utilising both magnetic and acoustic levitation claims to hold the key to bioprinting technology with potential applications in space and on Earth.

Galactic Enigma: The mystery of a dark matter-free galaxy

A team of scientists, led by researcher Sebastién Comerón, discovers the galaxy NGC 1277 lacks dark matter, challenging cosmological models,

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