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Investors Panic Over Planet Labs’ Good News – Here’s Why They’re Wrong

29 January 2025

Planet Labs’ stock initially surged over 14% after announcing its largest contract, valued at $230 million, but later fell by 3.7%. The contract involves a fleet of 32 Pelican satellites, providing $33 million in annual revenue for the next seven years. This

Exoplanets·News·Planets

Asteroid Bennu May Hold the Secret Ingredients for Life

29 January 2025

The OSIRIS-REx mission has returned samples from the asteroid Bennu that contain crucial organic molecules. Detection of 14 amino acids and five nucleobases suggests the fundamental elements for life are widespread. The samples include ammonia and formaldehyde, indicating rich prebiotic chemistry on

Mars Exploration·New Glenn Rocket·News·Space Tourism

New Glenn: The Next Giant Leap? Blue Origin’s Bold Vision for Space Exploration

29 January 2025

Blue Origin’s New Glenn aims to revolutionize space travel with its reusable design, reducing costs and opening new opportunities. The rocket’s 7-meter payload fairing supports diverse missions, enhancing both governmental and private space undertakings. Positioned as a competitor against established spacefaring organizations,

Astrobiology·News·Planets

Asteroid Bennu Holds Secrets of Life: Are We Alone in the Universe?

29 January 2025

Bennu’s asteroid samples contain a rich diversity of organic molecules, challenging Earth’s uniqueness as a life cradle. The findings fuel speculation about the possibility of extraterrestrial life on celestial bodies in our solar system, particularly icy moons. This mission marks a significant

News·Planets·Stars·Telescopes

Unlock the Secrets of the Stars: Join the Free Stargazing Tour in Tallahassee

29 January 2025

Join the Tallahassee Astronomical Society for a free stargazing event at the Challenger Learning Center. The event starts at 10 a.m. and is suitable for all levels of experience. Expert astronomers will be present to guide attendees in exploring the night sky.

New Glenn Rocket·News·Space Tourism·Stars

New Glenn: Revolutionizing Space Travel with Blue Origin’s Bold Leap

29 January 2025

New Glenn is set to redefine private space exploration with its groundbreaking design and capabilities. Features a massive 7-meter fairing for larger payloads and a reusable first stage, capable of up to 25 missions. Focuses on sustainability with reusable architecture to minimize

Asteroid 2024 YR4·News

What NASA’s Asteroid Tracker Tells Us About Our Cosmic Fate—and Why You Shouldn’t Panic

29 January 2025

Sentry tracks near-Earth asteroids and evaluates their potential impact threats. Asteroid 2024 YR4 has a 1.2 percent chance of hitting Earth on December 22, 2032, but is currently 27 million miles away. Its size is 196 feet wide, categorized as one of

Meteor Showers·Meteors·News

Mind-Blowing Light Show: West Michigan Witnesses Falling Space Debris

29 January 2025

West Michiganders experienced a stunning display of burning space debris lighting up the night sky. This event showcased multiple luminous trails, unlike the typical single meteor showers. Earth is surrounded by approximately 6,000 tons of space debris traveling at speeds of up

News·Planets·Stars·Telescopes

Unlocking the Cosmos! New Tech Transforms Night Sky Gazing

29 January 2025

AR and AI innovations are transforming backyard planet-watching experiences. AR-enabled stargazing apps provide real-time celestial mapping and interactive guides. Smart telescopes, enhanced by IoT, allow remote control and live updates via apps. Future VR experiences promise immersive cosmic journeys, making astronomy accessible

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Investors Panic Over Planet Labs’ Good News – Here’s Why They’re Wrong

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New Glenn: The Next Giant Leap? Blue Origin’s Bold Vision for Space Exploration

Asteroid Bennu Holds Secrets of Life: Are We Alone in the Universe?

Unlock the Secrets of the Stars: Join the Free Stargazing Tour in Tallahassee

New Glenn: Revolutionizing Space Travel with Blue Origin’s Bold Leap

What NASA’s Asteroid Tracker Tells Us About Our Cosmic Fate—and Why You Shouldn’t Panic

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