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First images from Artemis II astronauts

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The latest on the Artemis II mission to the moon, and more science stories

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Trump Fans Furious That NASA Is Allowing a Canadian on the Moon Mission

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NASA Artemis II astronauts in great spirits,' space agency officials say, as mission nears moon

NASA's Artemis II mission is successfully on a 10-day journey around the moon with four astronauts onboard.

Trump proposes steep cut to NASA budget as astronauts head for the Moon

NASA plans to transition from the SLS rocket to commercial alternatives for future lunar missions, with significant budget cuts affecting space technology initiatives.

China is planning to land people on the Moon - and might beat the United States to it

NASA launched Artemis II to the Moon, while China plans its first crewed lunar landing by 2030.

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First images from Artemis II astronauts

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The latest on the Artemis II mission to the moon, and more science stories

NASA's Artemis II mission is a crucial step toward returning humans to the moon, with astronauts currently on a 10-day journey.

Trump Fans Furious That NASA Is Allowing a Canadian on the Moon Mission

NASA's Artemis 2 mission marks the first crewed lunar journey in over 50 years, featuring a diverse crew including the first Black person and first woman to visit the Moon.

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NASA Artemis II astronauts in great spirits,' space agency officials say, as mission nears moon

NASA's Artemis II mission is successfully on a 10-day journey around the moon with four astronauts onboard.

Trump proposes steep cut to NASA budget as astronauts head for the Moon

NASA plans to transition from the SLS rocket to commercial alternatives for future lunar missions, with significant budget cuts affecting space technology initiatives.

Luke O'Neill: The moon landings made me a scientist - now Artemis II can do the same for a new generation

Lunar missions will provide valuable data on human health in space and inspire future generations.

#artemis-ii

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Opinion: Humanity's hopes ascended with Artemis II

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The Artemis II Mission Has Five Separate Hot Sauces for Some Reason

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Artemis Boldly Goes Where No Toilet Has Gone Before | Defector

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Nasa spacecraft halfway to the Moon as crew send back first images of earth

What Artemis II's astronauts will look for on the Moon's far side

Artemis II mission will mark the first human visit to the Moon since 1972, focusing on the far side's unique geological features.

Microsoft's spending billions on AI-but even NASA astronauts can't escape Outlook headaches | Fortune

Astronauts on Artemis II experienced Microsoft Outlook issues, highlighting relatable tech problems even in space.

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US news

Opinion: Humanity's hopes ascended with Artemis II

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The Artemis II Mission Has Five Separate Hot Sauces for Some Reason

Artemis II mission features a diverse menu including five hot sauces and 189 unique items for its crewed lunar orbit.

OMG science

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Artemis Boldly Goes Where No Toilet Has Gone Before | Defector

Artemis II successfully launched with a crewed spacecraft featuring a toilet, but it malfunctioned shortly after reaching orbit.

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11 hours ago

Nasa spacecraft halfway to the Moon as crew send back first images of earth

The Artemis II mission is progressing well, with the crew traveling 150,000 miles for a lunar flyby and testing technologies for future space exploration.

What Artemis II's astronauts will look for on the Moon's far side

Artemis II mission will mark the first human visit to the Moon since 1972, focusing on the far side's unique geological features.

Microsoft's spending billions on AI-but even NASA astronauts can't escape Outlook headaches | Fortune

Astronauts on Artemis II experienced Microsoft Outlook issues, highlighting relatable tech problems even in space.

Industry bullish on DoC draft license process for novel space activities - Breaking Defense

US commercial space firms support a new licensing framework for unregulated operations to enhance investment and streamline mission authorization.

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SpaceX IPO Fever Hits -- Here's the One Space Stock You Should Buy Now

Rocket Lab is the only publicly traded company delivering significant progress across the entire space value chain, achieving record revenue and expanding margins.

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U.S. and China control 90% of AI data centres - the Global South is building a different kind of AI - Silicon Canals

Frugal AI movements in the Global South aim to reclaim sovereignty by developing independent, low-cost AI systems for critical services.

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1 week ago

AI Research Is Getting Harder to Separate From Geopolitics

NeurIPS faced backlash over restrictions on international participants, particularly affecting Chinese researchers, highlighting tensions between geopolitics and scientific collaboration.

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Anthropic is having a moment in the private markets; SpaceX could spoil the party | TechCrunch

Demand for Anthropic shares is surging, while OpenAI shares struggle to find buyers, highlighting a complex narrative in the private securities market.

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Is Intuitive Machines A Moonshot Stock for the New Space Economy?

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SpaceX has filed confidentially for IPO ahead of AI rivals | Fortune

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SpaceX Files for IPO

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Elon Musk reveals date of SpaceX Starship v3's maiden voyage

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Artemis II is NASA's last Moon mission without Silicon Valley | TechCrunch

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Is Intuitive Machines A Moonshot Stock for the New Space Economy?

SpaceX's IPO filing and NASA's Artemis II launch signal significant progress in the space economy, boosting investor interest in companies like Intuitive Machines.

SpaceX has filed confidentially for IPO ahead of AI rivals | Fortune

SpaceX has confidentially filed for an IPO, potentially valuing the company at over $1.75 trillion and aiming to raise up to $75 billion.

SpaceX Files for IPO

SpaceX has confidentially filed for an IPO, potentially valuing the company at over $1.75 trillion.

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Elon Musk reveals date of SpaceX Starship v3's maiden voyage

SpaceX plans to launch its upgraded v3 Starship in 4-6 weeks, marking a significant milestone in its testing program.

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Artemis II is NASA's last Moon mission without Silicon Valley | TechCrunch

SpaceX's IPO coincided with NASA's lunar mission, marking a shift towards private companies in deep space exploration.

The Next Scientific Superpower

China is rapidly advancing in scientific research, potentially surpassing the U.S. as a global leader in science.

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Does Artemis II Prove Space Tourism Might Soon Take Off?

Retrofuturism is resurging, driven by Artemis II's mission and commercial space ventures from SpaceX and Virgin Galactic.

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Will the first moon base be American or Chinese?

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21 hours ago

NASA's Artemis II Is the First Crewed Moon Mission Since 1972. Why Are We Going Back?

NASA and other space agencies are focusing on the moon's far side and polar regions for exploration and potential resource utilization.

3 weeks ago

World news

Will the first moon base be American or Chinese?

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21 hours ago

NASA's Artemis II Is the First Crewed Moon Mission Since 1972. Why Are We Going Back?

NASA and other space agencies are focusing on the moon's far side and polar regions for exploration and potential resource utilization.

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SpaceX, Amazon, and Google want data centers in orbit - four engineering barriers stand in the way - Silicon Canals

The race for orbital data centers is about controlling the future of computing on Earth, not just computing in space.

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This $349 NASA Mars Perseverance Rover Kit Lets You Build an AI-Powered Mars Robot at Home - Yanko Design

CircuitMess offers a buildable AI-capable replica of NASA's Perseverance rover for $309, emphasizing hands-on learning and modular expansion.

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SpaceX, Amazon, and Google want orbital data centers - four engineering barriers reveal who really benefits - Silicon Canals

Orbital data centers will concentrate AI infrastructure power among a few dominant companies, limiting access for smaller competitors and national regulators.

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Space data centres: SpaceX and Blue Origin race to orbit while scientists question the physics

AI data centers may move to orbit for unlimited solar power, but significant technical challenges remain.

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One small Trump decision, one giant headache for Nasa - why return to the moon has proven so difficult

The US plans to return to the lunar surface to secure rare minerals and establish a military outpost.

The Moon belongs to all of us - not just countries that can afford to reach it

Humanity's past interactions with celestial bodies raise concerns about environmental stewardship and decision-making in space exploration.

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Big tech's next move is to put data centers in space. Can it work?

Elon Musk plans to launch data centers into orbit to power AI, claiming it will be cheaper than terrestrial AI within a few years.

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Artemis II astronauts rocket towards the moon after breaking free of Earth's orbit

NASA's Artemis 2 mission marks the first crewed lunar flyby in over 50 years, with astronauts on a trajectory towards the moon.

Artemis 2 mission underway despite loss of communication and technical issues

NASA's Artemis 2 mission marks the first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years, featuring a diverse crew and addressing initial technical issues.

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The Orion spacecraft's daring mission: Traveling to the Moon on its first crewed flight

The Artemis 2 mission faces concerns due to untested heat shield and life support systems after issues arose in the unmanned Artemis 1 mission.

Artemis II astronauts rocket towards the moon after breaking free of Earth's orbit

NASA's Artemis 2 mission marks the first crewed lunar flyby in over 50 years, with astronauts on a trajectory towards the moon.

Artemis 2 mission underway despite loss of communication and technical issues

NASA's Artemis 2 mission marks the first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years, featuring a diverse crew and addressing initial technical issues.

4 days ago

The Orion spacecraft's daring mission: Traveling to the Moon on its first crewed flight

The Artemis 2 mission faces concerns due to untested heat shield and life support systems after issues arose in the unmanned Artemis 1 mission.

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Four astronauts are now inexorably bound for the Moon

Pilot Victor Glover flew the vehicle through a variety of maneuvers primarily using Orion's 24 reaction control thrusters, demonstrating the vehicle's handling capabilities.

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This Artemis moon mission is a truly unifying international project, one of the few we have left | Christopher Riley

The Apollo astronauts' view of Earth from the moon transformed perceptions of our planet and sparked environmental awareness.

Lunar prospectors: the businesses looking to mine the moon

In the silent vacuum of space, five autonomous robots churn through the lunar surface, digging up a loose layer of rock and dust and leaving rows of uniform tracks in their wake. Stopping only to recharge at a central solar power station, the car-sized machines process the lunar dirt internally to extract a type of helium so rare on Earth that a palm-sized container is estimated to be worth millions.

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58 Years After Earthrise,' NASA's New Moonshot May Rediscover Earth

Apollo 8's mission marked a pivotal moment in space exploration, showcasing humanity's fragility and beauty through the iconic Earthrise image.

1 week ago

New Chinese Spacecraft Tests Robotic Octopus Tentacle for Refueling in Orbit

China's Yuxing 3-06 satellite successfully demonstrated a robotic arm for in-orbit refueling, paving the way for future space refueling stations.

1 week ago

China Is Rapidly Overtaking the United States as the World's Scientific Superpower

The Trump administration's cuts to science funding threaten US leadership in research and development, allowing China to potentially surpass it.

1 month ago

After Nixing Its Planned Moon Landing, NASA Is Starting to Seriously Lose the Moon Race to China

NASA delays Artemis III crewed lunar landing to 2028, signaling U.S. space program lag behind China amid mounting technical and budgetary challenges.