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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

Asteroid could hit Earth in 2032, scientists warn

The risk of an asteroid impact has risen, the head of Russia's space was dismissed, an Israeli doctor making strides at NASA, and lunar gravity simulation is advancing: this week in space

Davidson Institute of Science | 02.21.25

The first spacewalk by private astronauts, breaking historical boundaries. Illustration of an astronaut floating outside the Dragon spacecraft

Investigations and politics: This week is space

The FAA is investigating recent SpaceX and Blue Origin accidents, UNASA is facing leadership changes under the new US administration, China has demonstrated oxygen production in space and discussions on preserving the Moon’s heritage

Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 02.05.25

Earth’s ‘mini moon’ may have been a chunk of our actual moon

The asteroid 2024 PT5, a temporary 'mini moon' of Earth, will depart on Monday, drawn away by the sun’s gravity; Although not fully captured by Earth, it will return in January for a close pass, offering NASA a chance to study it using radar technology

AP | 11.26.24

First Rolex on the moon sells for $2.2 million at auction

Watch worn by Apollo 14 commander astronaut Edgar Mitchell garners massive sum in space-themed auction held in the United States

Ynet | 10.27.24

Doritos in space and water on the moon: This week in space

A successful conclusion to the pioneering private mission, promising radiation data from Artemis 1, evidence of water on the Moon and plans for a lunar communication network

Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 09.27.24

Why is the moon sometimes visible during the day?

Daytime sightings of the moon create a unique spectacle, with its brightness surpassing the sky due to its proximity to Earth; often visible around full moons, visibility during the day depends on atmospheric conditions, seasons and occasional optical illusion

Yogev Israeli | 09.01.24

First supermoon of the year to be visible Monday night

The natural phenomenon will make the lunar body seem brighter and larger then usual; It attracts many spectators around the world

Yogev Israeli | 08.19.24

Scientists propose a lunar Noah's Ark to preserve Earth's biorepository

With over 8 million species on Earth and more than 1 million threatened, the lunar installation would enable long-term storage of samples from the most endangered animals in a passive and durable facility

Ynetnews | 08.07.24

To reach the diamonds, one would have to travel more than 400 kilometers deep.

Water is from the Moon, diamonds are from Mercury

A Chinese spacecraft discovered evidence of water-bearing crystals on the Moon, while researchers speculate on the existence of a vast diamond layer deep within Mercury, veteran Chandra X-ray Observatory faces the risk of closure; This Week in Space

Ettay Nevo, Davidson Institute of Science | 08.03.24

A potentially habitable moon cave

Researchers discover first indications of a horizontal cave at the base of a vertical shaft on the Moon, which could provide shelter for astronauts from the harsh conditions on the lunar surface

Ettay Nevo/Davidson Institute of Science | 07.27.24

Newly found moon caves suggest new possibilities for permanent bases

Lunar caves may protect future astronauts from cosmic radiation, extreme temperatures and meteorites, making them ideal for housing crewed bases

Ynetnews | 07.22.24

There's oxygen present, but in lesser amounts, The moon Europa, as captured during the pass of the spacecraft Juno in September 2022

NASA Findings indicate potential for life-sustaining conditions on icy moons Enceladus and Europa

While the surface and shallow subsurface are bombarded by ionizing radiation that could degrade chemical biosignatures, radiolysis experiments suggest that amino acids can survive just under the surface

Ynetnews | 07.22.24

Space dust Lego-like bricks can help us build on the Moon

Modular construction method aims to address the challenges of building on the lunar surface, offering flexible and scalable designs for habitats and research facilities

Ynetnews | 07.09.24

Waves likely shape Titan's shorelines, new study finds

Titan, Saturn's largest moon, has a unique geography with rivers, lakes, seas, and waves composed of liquid methane and ethane hydrocarbons due to extreme cold temperatures, making it unique in the solar system

Ynetnews | 06.26.24

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