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An artist’s rendition of the planet K2-18b, with its host star rising on the left
Real clues to life beyond Earth?
A study using the James Webb Space Telescope identifies molecules in the atmosphere of a planet beyond our solar system that, on Earth, are produced solely by biological activity; however, the findings are still a long way from confirming that life exists there
Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 05.03.25
Mapping of dark matter (marked as a blue cloud) against the background of galaxies, showing a large concentration to the right of the Perseus Cluster (on the left side of the image) and a bridge of dark matter connecting them
Dark matter bridge: This week in space
The Perseus galaxy cluster is one of the most massive objects known to astronomers and it may be more active than previously thought
Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 05.01.25
כוכב הלכת BD+05 4868 Ab, עם השובל שמשתרע לאורך של עד 9 מיליון ק"מ
Disintegrating planet 140 light-years away leaves massive comet-like trail
A rocky exoplanet named BD+05 4868 Ab, discovered by NASA’s TESS telescope, is losing mass equivalent to Mount Everest per orbit and leaving behind a massive debris trail
Yogev Israeli | 04.24.25
הבנות בחלל
Glam in orbit: What happened to Katy Perry and Lauren Sanchez's botox during space travel
Group of women, including pop star Katy Perry, embarked on brief space journey aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard; Amid the excitement, they raised intriguing questions about effects of space travel on their Botox, lip fillers and false eyelashes
Inbal Hananel | 04.16.25
שש הנשים במשימה ההיסטורית והקצרה
Blue Origin launches historic all-female spaceflight with Katy Perry, Gayle King
NS-31 mission makes history with an all-female crew including, reaching space and returning safely in a landmark moment for private spaceflight
Yaron Drukman | 04.14.25
מנסה להבין איך נוצרים חורים שחורים על-מסיביים ואיך הסביבה שלהם נראית. איתי ליניאל
Israeli astrophysicist cracks black hole secrets with elite NASA fellowship: This week in space
A major fellowship to a researcher studying high-energy astrophysical phenomena, an Israeli experiment launching aboard a private space mission, a farewell to a groundbreaking space telescope and a closer look at what happens to bones in space 
Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 04.11.25
Training complete, ready to fly over the poles | From right to left: Mikkelsen, Wang, Philips, and Rogge prepare for the private space mission
SpaceX launches first crewed polar orbit mission: This week in space
Private astronauts are once again pushing the boundaries of exploration, satellites are helping detect wildfires, and scientists have uncovered intriguing organic molecules on Mars
Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 04.07.25
רגע הפיצוץ בים
Watch: German spacecraft crashes into sea seconds after launch into space
Isar Aerospace’s Spectrum rocket  fails its maiden voyage and crashes into the Norwegian Sea seconds after liftoff, dealing a blow to Europe’s fledgling commercial space sector
Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 03.31.25
NASA layoffs, Saturn’s moons and a new telescope: This week in space
NASA is initiating layoffs as part of a cost-cutting plan; meanwhile, a powerful new space telescope is launched, 128 new moons have been discovered orbiting Saturn, and the Voyager spacecraft are getting a life-extending strategy
Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 03.25.25
סוני וויליאמס
This is why returning astronaut Sunita Williams' hair turned white
Astronaut Sunita Williams returns from 288-day ISS mission with stark physical changes — including white hair and bone loss — as NASA tackles long-term space health risks and rehabilitation challenges
Tzur Gueta | 03.24.25
מפעל כרייה על שטח הירח
From the Negev to the moon: Israeli company fuels deep-space innovation with $2.5 million grant
Israeli company Creation-Space raises $2.5 million for its accelerator program, which supports startups developing technologies for use in deep-space
Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 03.07.25
רובר פרסווירנס של נאס"א בוחן את מאדים
Why is Mars red? New study sheds light on the planet’s rusty hue
Mars’ signature red hue has long intrigued scientists, but new findings suggest its origin differs from previous theories; discovery sheds light on planet’s geological history and raises new questions about whether Mars once had conditions suitable for life
Yogev Israeli | 03.03.25
החללית על רקע הירח
US Blue Ghost makes history in moon landing
Firefly craft in unmanned flight completes successful soft landing kicking off research mission; 'We're on the moon,' company official declares in mission control 
Reuters | 03.02.25
השדות המגנטיים של החור השחור העל-מאסיבי קשת A*, שנמצא בלב גלקסיית שביל החלב
Scientists find unusual flare activity in supermassive black hole
James Webb Space Telescope reveals frequent daily flare activity in greater detail; experts hope extended study will deepen understanding
Yogev Israeli | 02.26.25
אסטרואיד חולף על פני כדור הארץ
Asteroid closing in on Earth: This Week in Space
Asteroid impact risk is rising but not yet alarming; SpaceX expedites the return of stranded astronauts, a new New Glenn rocket is in development and the debate over astronomical legacy
Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 02.25.25
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