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Galactic Energy Rockets to New Heights with Ambitious Satellite Launch

Ceres-1 rocket launch marks Galactic Energy’s 17th successful orbit achievement, signaling growth in commercial spaceflight. The launch carried eight satellites into a 535 km sun-synchronous orbit, including six Yunyao-1 satellites for atmospheric data crucial for weather forecasting. Two AIRSAT satellites, with multispectral

17 March 2025

Astrobiology·Interstellar Objects·News·Stars

A Celestial Exchange: How Stars Share Their Secrets Across Light-Years

Our solar system actively exchanges material with nearby stars, particularly the Alpha Centauri system. Interstellar visitors like asteroids and comets from Alpha Centauri could number in the millions but are challenging to detect. Alpha Centauri is approaching our solar system and will

16 February 2025

News·Stars

Arizona Propels into the Future as Space Commission Blasts Off

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has revitalized the Arizona Space Commission to advance aerospace innovation. The commission aims to transform Arizona into a key player in global space exploration and aerospace industries. Arizona already leads in guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing jobs,

16 February 2025

News·Stars

Elon Musk Meets “Groundhog Day” in Bong Joon Ho’s Latest Sci-Fi Adventure

“Mickey 17” is Bong Joon Ho’s daring new film set on an icy planet featuring a cycle of existential dilemmas. Robert Pattinson stars as Mickey, a space explorer who repeatedly confronts death but is revived by a human 3D printer. The film’s

16 February 2025

New Glenn Rocket·News·Space Tourism·Stars

Blue Origin’s Bold Workforce Shift: How It Could Ignite the Future of Space Exploration

Blue Origin has reduced its workforce by over a thousand jobs, marking a 10% cut to foster agility and efficiency. The layoffs affect key areas, including engineering, research, and management, with a focus on streamlining operations. The company aims to accelerate rocket

16 February 2025

Exoplanets·News·Planets·Stars·Telescopes

Armies of Stars Revealed: Peering into the Milky Way’s Hidden Heart

The Very Large Telescope (VLT) in Chile’s Atacama Desert has revealed a cluster of young stars in the Sagittarius C region near the Milky Way’s core. This discovery resolves a longstanding mystery about the apparent lack of young stars at the galaxy’s

16 February 2025

Galaxies·Meteor Showers·Meteors·News·Planets·Stars

Discover the Enchanting Night Skies of Badlands National Park

Badlands National Park in South Dakota provides exceptional stargazing opportunities under some of the darkest skies in the U.S. The park’s landscape, carved by natural forces, amplifies the awe of observing the Milky Way, planets, and constellations. The park remains free from

16 February 2025

News·Stars

Lunar Trailblazer: A Tiny Spacecraft with Big Ambitions for Moon Exploration

Lunar Trailblazer is set to launch in early 2025, aiming to map the Moon’s water, particularly in the perpetually shadowed craters at the South Pole. The spacecraft is compact, weighing 440 pounds, yet equipped with advanced instruments like an infrared spectrometer and

16 February 2025

News·Stars

San Diego Awestruck as SpaceX Rocket Ignites the Night Sky

The community of 4S Ranch in San Diego experienced a memorable SpaceX rocket launch in February 2025. The event showcased human ingenuity and the ambition to explore beyond Earth’s boundaries. Families gathered, bonding over the awe-inspiring spectacle while sharing the moment via

16 February 2025

News·Stars

India’s Cosmic Leap: Gaganyaan’s Expanded Horizons and Lunar Ambitions

The Gaganyaan programme has expanded from three to eight missions, planned through 2028, reflecting India’s growing space ambitions. Financial allocation for the programme has increased to ₹20,193 crore, supporting missions and technology advancements despite past COVID-19 delays. Technological innovations focus on avionics,

16 February 2025

News·Planets·Stars

Bold Visions and Chilling Realities: Bong Joon Ho’s “Mickey 17” Takes a Scathing Look at the Future

“Mickey 17,” directed by Bong Joon Ho, is a satirical film that blends futuristic fantasy with reflections on modern ambition and technology. Robert Pattinson stars as Mickey, an astronaut perpetually resurrected by technology, exploring themes of existence and identity. Mark Ruffalo plays

16 February 2025