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Ancient stars dazzle in a celestial chandelier | Space photo of the day for Aug. 21, 2026

Stars scattered across the cosmos sparkle in the appropriately named Chandelier Cluster.

Space · Aug 21

India's space ambitions face over 4x higher rocket launch costs than US, study shows

India faces a substantial cost gap with the United States for launching payloads. A recent study estimates India's cost at over $13,000 per kilogram by 2025. This contrasts with the United States' estimated cost of $3,225 per kilogram. The study highlights scale and experience as key factors for reducing launch…

The Economic Times · Aug 21

Apollo 11 set up the Moon's first seismometer in 1969; its recorded moonquakes gave scientists the first detailed map of the lunar interior

The Apollo 11 mission marked a historic milestone by deploying the first lunar seismometer, successfully detecting moonquakes and meteorite impacts. This pioneering experiment offered crucial insights into the Moon's internal structure and recorded seismic activity. Subsequent Apollo missions further expanded the network of seismometers, collecting extensive data that continues to…

The Times of India · Aug 21

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Walchandnagar Industries shares rise 2% on Rs 30.53 crore order from Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre

Walchandnagar Industries shares rose on Friday after the company secured a Rs 30.53 crore order from Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre for fabricating, testing and supplying HS200 motorcase segments for the Gaganyaan mission. The order, which includes all three segments, is scheduled for completion over four years, according to the company’s…

The Economic Times · Aug 21

Lunar eclipse August 2026: When will Blood Moon be visible, timings, how to watch

Skywatchers in parts of four continents will have an opportunity to observe a major partial lunar eclipse on August 27-28, when Earth’s umbra will cover most of the Moon. The event will reach its peak at 12:12 a.m. EDT on August 28, while the Moon may appear reddish as sunlight…

The Economic Times · Aug 21

What Jupiter Transit Through Your Chart Actually Changes About the Quality of Your Thinking

The planet that doesn't give you things, it changes how you see themJupiter moves slowly. One sign, roughly a year. By the time it crosses your ascendant or conjuncts your natal Moon, something in the quality of your daily thinking has already begun to shift, not dramatically, not all at…

Times Life · Aug 21

NASA's $30 Million Rescue Mission Fails, Leaving $500 Million Space Telescope Doomed To Burn Up

NASA's mission to extend the life of the Swift Observatory has failed, leading to its expected re-entry into Earth's atmosphere. The rescue craft experienced technical issues, preventing a successful orbit boost.

International Business Times UK · Aug 20

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China's Chang'e 7 moon probe will launch this weekend on the most ambitious lunar mission in history

China aims to launch its Chang'e 7 moon mission on Aug. 24 to send a lander, a rover, a hopper and a wide range of science experiments to the lunar south pole.

Space · Aug 20

SpaceX will try for 1st Starship tower catch 'in a few months,' Elon Musk says

SpaceX will likely try to make the first-ever catch of its Starship upper stage a few months from now, according to Elon Musk. He had earlier flagged late August as a potential date for the milestone.

Space · Aug 20

NASA abandons attempt to rescue aging space telescope from atmospheric re-entry

NASA and Katalyst Space Technologies have ended their mission to save the Swift Observatory. Persistent attitude-control failures on the Link servicing vehicle prevented a safe rendezvous. The observatory's trajectory was impacted by heightened solar activity and atmospheric drag. Swift is now on track for an uncontrolled atmospheric re-entry later this…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

3 zodiac signs could get a lucky break on August 21, 2026

Lucky opportunities await Aries, Libra, and Capricorn on August twenty-first, 2026. This date emphasizes the importance of patience and smart choices. Aries is encouraged to move on from limiting beliefs, whereas Libra is set to gain from their deliberative nature. Meanwhile, Capricorn will finally encounter a fortuitous moment built on…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Mars Express orbiter captures detailed new video of the crater where Mark Watney was stranded in 'The Martian'

Europe's Mars Express orbiter has captured stunning telemetry to create a new flyover visualization of the Red Planet's Southern Highlands and Schiaparelli Crater in magnificent detail.

Space · Aug 20

Why Constipation Follows Astronauts into Orbit: Blood from 52 Crew Members Points to Their Gut Bacteria

Blood from 52 astronauts shows gut microbes ferment protein instead of fiber in orbit, a biochemical clue to why digestion slows in space.

Medical Daily · Aug 20

Try not to be hypnotized by the 'Eye of Africa' | Space photo of the day for Aug. 20, 2026

This geologic feature has been mesmerizing astronauts since 1965.

Space · Aug 20

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The Economic Times · Aug 20

Earlier this year, a California startup received approval to launch a 59-foot mirror into orbit. Two years later, the demonstration could redirect sunlight onto chosen points on Earth, allowing crews to keep working after dark

A California startup just got FCC approval to test a 59-foot mirror satellite in orbit. The spacecraft, named Eärendil-1, will catch sunlight in space and beam it down to dark spots on Earth. It promises sunlight on demand to boost solar power long after sunset and illuminate nighttime work zones.…

Space · Aug 20

James Webb Space Telescope finds 'hidden stars' making the universe's 1st galaxies much bigger than we knew

James Webb Space Telescope is finding that between the brightest stars, the cosmic skyscrapers, there are much fainter stars, meaning early galaxies are more massive than we believed.

Space · Aug 20

A 96% partial lunar eclipse is just 1 week away: Here's what you need to know

Earth's curved inner shadow will darken the moon's disk during the Aug. 27-28 partial lunar eclipse.

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Scientists found a ‘Mega-Earth’ 2.5 times the size of Earth with a core 23 times its mass; but it didn’t develop the massive atmosphere expected of a planet this large, and researchers are trying to find out why

The discovery of GJ 523b, an exoplanet more than twice the size of Earth, has shaken scientists' understanding of rocky planet formation. This Mega-Earth, studied using TESS and Webb telescope data, showcases a significant core and a surprisingly light atmosphere. These intriguing findings highlight the need for further research to…

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Space · Aug 20

Rocket Lab launches private Japanese Earth-observing satellite to orbit (video)

Rocket Lab launched its ninth mission for the Japanese company iQPS this morning (Aug. 20), sending an Earth-observation satellite into low Earth orbit.

France 24 · Aug 20

Space telescope to burn in Earth's atmosphere after NASA rescue mission fails

NASA on Wednesday said a $30 million mission to save its Swift space telescope had failed after its rescue spacecraft could not be controlled. The unprecedented effort aimed to use a robot to move Swift into a higher orbit. The satellite is now expected to re-enter Earth’s atmosphere and disintegrate…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Rescue mission for aging NASA space telescope fails

Katalyst's LINK craft was launched in early July to approach the observatory, ‌also known ⁠as ⁠Swift, some 216 miles (347 km) in space, grapple onto it and then tug it to a higher orbit of roughly 373 miles (600 km), extending its life by years.

The Independent UK · Aug 20

Reporters and military members held at gunpoint at Space Force base in California

The reporters were held for more than 30 minutes

International Business Times UK · Aug 19

NASA's $30 Million Bid To Save Ageing Swift Observatory Called off After Rescue Craft Suffers Control Problems

NASA and Katalyst Space Technologies have abandoned their mission to salvage the Swift Observatory due to severe control anomalies, leaving the telescope facing destruction as it continues to lose altitude.

Space · Aug 19

Scientists just found the fastest known star in the Milky Way. It zooms around our black hole at 15,500 miles per second

Astronomers have found the fastest known star in the Milky Way, a faint object racing around Sagittarius A*, the supermassive black hole at the heart of our galaxy.

The Economic Times · Aug 19

3 Zodiac signs finally feel life moving forward after August 19, 2026-Here's how confidence, rest and patience could change the outlook for these zodiac signs

Starting August 19, 2026, Gemini, Scorpio, and Libra can expect transformative changes as Jupiter turns direct. For Gemini, this signals a burst of motivation to effect change in their lives. Scorpios will realize that taking time for rest will enhance their journey. Libras will benefit by cultivating patience, optimizing their…

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