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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

News·Starlink Satellites·Stars

Witness History as SpaceX Prepares for Thrilling Starlink Launch

SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch at Cape Canaveral is scheduled for Saturday at 1:23 PM from Space Launch Complex 40. The event showcases the deployment of Starlink satellites, contributing to global internet connectivity advancements. The Banana Creek Launch Viewing Area at Kennedy

15 February 2025

News·Starlink Satellites·Stars

Countdown to Wonder: SpaceX Rocket to Dazzle the Florida Skies

SpaceX is set to launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral on February 18, carrying 23 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit. The launch is scheduled for 6 p.m. ET, with a window extending until 10 p.m. ET, and a backup opportunity

15 February 2025

News·Stars

Earth’s One-Way Ticket: Bong Joon-ho’s Daring Space Adventure

Mickey 17 is Bong Joon-ho’s latest satirical sci-fi film, set to debut at the Berlin Film Festival. The story follows Mickey, played by Robert Pattinson, a space wanderer navigating ambitions onboard a spaceship in a distant future. The film is inspired by

15 February 2025

News·Planets·Stars·Telescopes

The Cosmic Relegation: How Pluto Lost Its Planetary Crown

In 1930, astronomer Clyde Tombaugh discovered Pluto, initially celebrated as the ninth planet. The discovery of similar celestial objects in the Kuiper Belt challenged the definition of a planet. The growing number of icy bodies led to a debate on planetary classification.

15 February 2025

News·Space Tourism·Stars

Astronauts Redefine Adventure: Extended Space Stay Sparks Innovation

Barry Wilmore and Suni Williams extended their ISS mission from eight days to eight months due to technical issues. Initial problems with the Boeing Starliner included faltering thrusters and helium leaks. The astronauts’ return was rescheduled, with SpaceX slated to bring them

15 February 2025

News·Planets·Stars

SpaceX’s Next Giant Leap: The Future Awaits

SpaceX’s Starship is preparing for its highly anticipated eighth launch at Starbase, Texas. The Starship, with its Super Heavy booster, is a massive structure, taller than the Statue of Liberty. The 33 Raptor engines have undergone rigorous testing, emphasizing SpaceX’s engineering prowess.

15 February 2025

News·Starlink Satellites·Stars

SpaceX Achieves Another Milestone in the Starlink Odyssey

SpaceX launched 21 new Starlink satellites, marking the 27th use of a Falcon 9 first-stage booster. The booster successfully landed on the droneship “A Shortfall of Gravitas,” its 98th such landing, contributing to SpaceX’s 409 total booster touchdowns. Among the satellites launched,

15 February 2025

News·Space Tourism·Stars

SpaceX Crew-10 Countdown: NASA’s Next Cosmic Leap Hurdles Unexpected Delays

The Crew-10 mission, carried out by NASA and SpaceX, is pivotal for the International Space Station, featuring a diverse crew and promising scientific advancements. A shift to using a previously flown Dragon spacecraft has postponed the launch to March 2025, highlighting NASA’s

15 February 2025

Asteroid 2024 YR4·News·Stars

China’s Bold Move to Recruit a “Planetary Defense Force” in Asteroid Combat Quest

China launches a “planetary defense force” to address cosmic threats, drawing inspiration from ancient celestial warriors. Asteroid 2024 YR4 poses a potential collision threat by 2032, prompting urgent scientific and strategic action. The initiative is spearheaded by SASTIND, seeking young talent with

15 February 2025

Cosmic Mysteries·News·Stars·Telescopes

Unlocking the Secrets of the Universe: How Neutron Stars Could Transform Our Understanding of Nuclear Physics

Neutron stars are cosmic remnants that defy earthly scientific laws, potentially revealing significant insights into nuclear physics. These stars experience “starquakes,” vibrations that could serve as tools to understand nuclear interactions under extreme conditions. Starquakes offer the chance to test complex theories

15 February 2025