Space News

WATCH AGAIN: SpaceX launches Starlink mission from Kennedy Space Center

SpaceX rockets cremated remains of 47 into space

SpaceX plans rocket launch for rideshare program

WATCH AGAIN: Boeing Starliner test flight successfully launches from Cape Canaveral

Boeing’s reusable Starliner capsule embarked on its second-ever orbital test flight Thursday evening, taking off without a crew from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station aboard a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket.

NASA may move International Space Station to avoid debris

It would not be the first time the orbiting laboratory has had to contend with debris it shares said orbit with.

NASA calls off most spacewalks after water found in another astronaut’s helmet

NASA officials said Tuesday that non-emergency spacewalks at the International Space Station using aging shuttle-era spacesuits are “no go” pending review of another close call where an astronaut found water entering their helmet during an excursion.

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Boeing Starliner on rocket ahead of May 19 test launch

NASA and Boeing rolled out the Starliner spacecraft, the competitor to SpaceX’s Crew Dragon, from the factory Wednesday morning ahead of its orbital test flight.

SpaceX building a Starship launch pad at Kennedy Space Center, Elon Musk says

Musk says the construction is taking place near Launch Pad 39-A.

TBD: Boeing, NASA determining next launch attempt for Starliner spacecraft

Teams at NASA and Boeing are still determining if they will try and launch the uncrewed Starliner spacecraft Wednesday.

Afternoon storms may hinder Starliner spacecraft liftoff Tuesday

The liftoff from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station is now scheduled for Tuesday at 1:20 p.m. during an instantaneous launch window.

The American space program is experiencing a new renaissance

NASA astronauts Raja Chair and Doug Wheelock explain how commercial missions are paving the way for the return to the moon.

What’s changed since Boeing’s last attempt to send Starliner to the space station

Boeing will once again attempt to test the capabilities of its Starliner spacecraft.

LAUNCH VIDEOS

ULA launches weather satellite from Cape Canaveral

First Florida rocket launch of 2022: SpaceX sends Starlink satellites into orbit

SpaceX launches another batch of Starlink satellites

WATCH AGAIN: SpaceX launches last rocket of 2020 from Kennedy Space Center

NASA'S ARTEMIS PROGRAM

Is NASA’s Administrator feeling pressure to get Artemis off the ground? ‘Not at all’

NASA Administrator Bill Nelson told a lunchroom full of students at Ventura Elementary School in Kissimmee that they could go to the moon on NASA's next rocket heading that way.

NASA now targeting June for next Artemis moon rocket dress rehearsal

NASA will not set a launch date for Artemis until the team gets through a wet dress rehearsal successfully.

Artemis wet dress rehearsal accomplished much, NASA says as it considers next test attempt

A hydrogen leak discovered while loading fuel into the Artemis SLS rocket forced NASA to stop the critical test countdown Thursday.

Fuel leak thwarts NASA’s dress rehearsal for Artemis moon rocket

NASA's latest attempt to fuel its huge moon rocket for a countdown test has been thwarted by a hazardous hydrogen leak.

NASA resumes final test before launch of SLS moon rocket

A series of major tests NASA still needs to complete before it can launch its new rocket built to go to the moon resumed at Launch Pad 39b.

NASA modifies critical testing of mega moon rocket after several delays

A modified wet dress rehearsal is planned this week to finish testing NASA’s mega moon rocket as part of its Artemis programs.

ASTRONOMY AND STAR GAZING

Here’s when you can see the first Blood Moon eclipse in more than 3 years

This year, Central Florida will be treated to not only two total lunar eclipses, but long-lasting eclipses at that.

All lined up! Planets putting on a show this month in the morning sky

Look up!

Spring kicks off jampacked year for sky watchers

April showers bring May flowers, but the spring months this year will also be treating us to a couple of celestial events.

Here are the top 5 events for backyard astronomers in 2022

There are always noteworthy things to look up for on any given night, but these are the top events worth marking in your calendar as we venture through the new year.

Here’s when to see the upcoming Geminid meteor shower

Arguably the best meteor shower of the year peaks Monday night.

TIMELINE: Here’s how to see, weather permitting, Friday’s near-total lunar eclipse

SPACE EXPLORATION AND TECHNOLOGY

One last look: NASA spacecraft to perform final flyby of asteroid before heading back to Earth

Before it begins the long trek home NASA will send OSIRIS-REx past the area where it stirred up the asteroid’s surface.

China’s Mars craft enters parking orbit before landing rover

China says its Tianwen-1 spacecraft has entered a temporary parking orbit around Mars in anticipation of landing a rover on the red planet in the coming months.

Photos show NASA’s Mars rover coming in for landing

With a help of a bunch of cameras and some spacecraft orbiting Mars the dramatic but flawless landing of a NASA rover on the red planet was recorded.

‘Touchdown confirmed’ NASA rover, helicopter duo land on Mars

Breaking down the dangers NASA’s rover must survive to land on Mars

NASA's Perseverance rover is hours away from its daring seven-minute landing on Mars.

Listen for these NASA engineers to call out Mars Perseverance rover landing events

While NASA’s Mars rover is coming in for landing Thursday, there are two engineers’ voices you’ll want to listen out for as the spacecraft carrying the rover completes a series of maneuvers to safely land on the red planet.

TECH STORIES

China FM visits Kiribati where fishing ground is at stake

China’s foreign minister is visiting the remote Pacific nation of Kiribati, where the future of a vast fishing ground is at stake.

Twitter shareholders sue Musk, say he 'deflated' stock price

Twitter shareholders have filed a lawsuit against billionaire Elon Musk, accusing him of unlawfully sowing doubt about his bid to buy Twitter.

Dominant coronavirus mutant contains ghost of pandemic past

The coronavirus mutant that is now dominant in the United States spreads faster than its omicron predecessors, is adept at escaping immunity and might possibly cause more serious disease.

Spain vows legal reforms in wake of spying allegations

The Spanish government will tighten judicial control over the country’s intelligence agency.

MORE SPACE NEWS

Boeing Starliner capsule undocks, heads back to Earth after successful test flight

Boeing’s Starliner capsule is returning to Earth after successfully reaching the International Space Station for the first time last week.

SpaceX rockets cremated remains of 47 into space

SpaceX targeted Wednesday afternoon to launch a Falcon 9 rocket carrying small satellites for customers and the cremated remains of 47 people into space.

Boeing Starliner capsule begins trip back to Earth with hatch closing

After a few days at the International Space Station, astronauts will close the hatch on the Starliner capsule as the spacecraft starts its return trip to Earth.

‘It was a dream of his:’ Cremated remains of 47 people to launch into space from Florida

The cremated remains of 47 people from five countries are set to launch from the Space Coast with satellites.

SpaceX plans rocket launch for rideshare program

SpaceX is planning a Falcon 9 rocket launch from the Space Coast.

Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex gives opening date for new Gateway attraction

When is the next rocket launch from Florida?

A list of rocket launches to look out for in the coming weeks and months.

Boeing to host career event in Titusville on Wednesday

The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Hyatt Place Hotel located on 6299 Riverfront Boulevard.

Boeing Starliner capsule docks with International Space Station

Boeing's Starliner capsule finally reached the International Space Station Friday in an uncrewed test flight after years of setbacks.

Boeing docks crew capsule to space station in test do-over

Boeing's astronaut capsule has arrived at the International Space Station in a critical repeat test flight.

Boeing Starliner Launches from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station

This is the second-ever uncrewed orbital test flight for the reusable Starliner capsule

NASA set for crucial Boeing Starliner launch

Thursday evening, Boeing’s reusable Starliner capsule is scheduled to embark on its second-ever orbital test flight, taking off without a crew from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station aboard a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket.

WATCH AGAIN: Boeing Starliner test flight successfully launches from Cape Canaveral

Boeing’s reusable Starliner capsule embarked on its second-ever orbital test flight Thursday evening, taking off without a crew from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station aboard a United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket.

NASA may move International Space Station to avoid debris

It would not be the first time the orbiting laboratory has had to contend with debris it shares said orbit with.

CHOOSE YOUR VIEW: Boeing launches Starliner on crucial NASA test flight

Check out these views of the Starliner launch.

NASA calls off most spacewalks after water found in another astronaut’s helmet

NASA officials said Tuesday that non-emergency spacewalks at the International Space Station using aging shuttle-era spacesuits are “no go” pending review of another close call where an astronaut found water entering their helmet during an excursion.

Dusty demise for NASA Mars lander in July; power dwindling

A NASA spacecraft on Mars is losing power and is headed for a dusty demise.

ULA officials make final preparations ahead of uncrewed Boeing Starliner launch

NASA and United Launch Alliance officials are preparing ahead of the launch of Boeing’s uncrewed Starliner capsule, scheduled to lift off Thursday night from Cape Canaveral.

US House panel holds public hearing on UFOs

A House panel is set to hold a public hearing on Tuesday on "unidentified aerial phenomena."

WATCH AGAIN: SpaceX launches Starlink mission from Kennedy Space Center

SpaceX is set to launch yet another batch of Starlink satellites into space.