A Stunning View of H II Region N79 in the Large Magellanic Cloud In a captivating new image captured by the NASA/ESA/CSA James Webb Space Telescope, we are presented with a mesmerizing view of H II region N79 in the Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC), a satellite galaxy of our Milky Way. This incredible nebula, known […]

SpaceX, Virgin Galactic, Rocket Lab, and Northrop Grumman are gearing up for several upcoming space missions, each with its own unique objectives and challenges. The recent weather concerns and flight schedule adjustments have impacted the launch dates of various missions, including the Starlink Group 7-11, which had to be scrubbed three times before its upcoming […]

ESA astronaut Marcus Wandt embarked on a groundbreaking journey on January 18, 2024, as he joined the Axiom-3 crew for a remarkable 14-day mission to the awe-inspiring International Space Station (ISS). After an intense 36-hour chase, the Dragon spacecraft magnificently docked with the ISS, marking the beginning of an extraordinary adventure for Marcus as he […]

Japan’s Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM) lunar lander has successfully landed on the Moon’s surface, achieving a soft touchdown. However, there is currently an issue with the lander’s ability to generate electricity from its solar cells. The spacecraft is relying on internal battery power, and controllers are working to optimize data recording and downloading […]

In a major milestone for Chinese private aerospace company Landspace, the ZhuQue-3 hopper prototype successfully completed its first hop. This hop is part of Landspace’s demonstration of reusable rocket technology, which is an important step towards the development of the ZhuQue-3 first stage reusable vehicle. The hop was confirmed on Friday, following rumors that surfaced […]

On January 18, 2024, astronaut Marcus Wandt embarked on a groundbreaking mission as part of the Axiom-3 crew. The launch took place at 22:49 CET from launch pad 39A, located in NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, USA. This ambitious endeavor marks the commencement of Wandt’s Muninn mission, which is set to begin when he […]

With the Axiom-3 mission just days away from launching, excitement is building as a multinational crew prepares to embark on a journey to the International Space Station (ISS). This private mission, organized by Axiom Space, will feature crew members representing five different countries, four of which are in Europe. Scheduled to launch from LC-39A at […]

In a recent interview from the International Space Station (ISS), ESA astronaut Andreas Mogensen shared his thoughts about his colleague and fellow Scandinavian, Marcus Wandt. With the Axiom-3 mission scheduled to launch in mid-January 2024, Marcus is set to join Andreas for a 14-day mission aboard the ISS. This historic occasion will mark the first […]

Using data from NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope, a team of international astronomers has made a groundbreaking discovery regarding atmospheric variability on an exoplanet called WASP-121 b. This Jupiter-sized exoplanet, located approximately 880 light-years from Earth, has a unique set of characteristics that make it an ideal candidate for studying weather patterns on exoplanets. One of […]

ESA, the European Space Agency, was recently awarded the prestigious Best Merchandise award at Space Creator Day 2023, a momentous occasion that has been hailed as a significant recognition by the community of space enthusiasts. This accolade highlights ESA’s relentless efforts to promote its activities through innovative and attractive designs that not only appeal to […]