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Quote of the day by Neil Armstrong: 'All in all, for someone who was immersed in, fascinated by, and dedicated to...' - thought-provoking quote by American astronaut teaches inspiring life lessons on dreams, timing, opportunity, success and why it's never too late to make history

Quote of the day by Neil Armstrong: Neil Armstrong felt he missed aviation's golden age. He believed timing should not stop anyone from dreaming big. Armstrong became the first person to walk on the Moon. His life proved history is never truly finished for anyone. This journey encourages making the…

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Rare double meteor shower peaks July 30–31: Here's the best time to watch

Skywatchers can see two meteor showers peaking overnight July 30 into July 31. The Southern Delta Aquariids and Alpha Capricornids will both be active. A nearly full Moon will make viewing fainter meteors challenging this year. However, bright fireballs from Alpha Capricornids may still be visible. The Perseid meteor shower…

The Economic Times

Why Europe will witness two eclipses in two weeks with stunning blood moon to follow in ‘eclipse season’

Lunar eclipse over Europe will be the best anywhere on Earth for more than two years

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Nvidia signs deal to deploy edge AI on future Moon missions — laying the groundwork for a permanent human home in space

Nvidia will provide the backbone to Lunar Outpost, a company dedicated to in-space infrastructure and extra-terrestrial economy.

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In 1969, Apollo 10 astronauts set the fastest human speed record in space — here's why it still hasn't been broken

Apollo 10 astronauts still hold the fastest human spaceflight speed record. Their return journey from lunar orbit reached nearly 40,000 kilometers per hour. No crewed mission has traveled far enough from Earth to challenge this speed. Modern human spaceflight has not produced conditions needed to exceed Apollo 10's velocity. NASA's…

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Meteor showers to light up the UK night sky as Delta Aquariid peaks this week after the Buck Moon. Here's when and how to watch both celestial events at their best.

Meteor showers: Skywatchers are in for a spectacular week as two major celestial events light up the night sky. The Buck Moon, July's full moon, will appear alongside the peak of the Delta Aquariid meteor shower. In this article, we explore when to watch, why the meteor showers are special,…

The Economic Times

Elon Musk Touts ‘Successful’ Starship Test, Says Rocket Was 'Intentionally' Launched Faster To Test Heat Shield Capability

Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (NASDAQ:SPCX) CEO Elon Musk hailed the commercial space flight company’s Starship rocket after its successful 13th flight test over the weekend.

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UK to see 2 celestial events this week with full moon and meteor shower peak

The UK will be treated to both the Buck Moon as well as the peak of the ongoing Delta Aquariid meteor shower.

The National (Scotland)

An abandoned SpaceX rocket is about to crash into the Moon. The real problem comes next

In the early hours of August 5 (UTC), an abandoned SpaceX rocket stage is expected to slam into the Moon at around 8,700 kilometres per hour.

The Conversation

SpaceX's latest Starship launch is different. Here's what changed in best re-entry

SpaceX's latest Starship test flight delivered more than another launch, introducing engine fixes, advanced Starlink satellite deployment and what SpaceX called its best re-entry yet. The mission also advanced heat shield testing, supporting NASA's Artemis Moon programme while moving SpaceX closer to building a fully reusable rocket for future Moon…

The Economic Times

SpaceX launches 13th Starship test flight, deploys 20 next-generation Starlink satellites

SpaceX on Friday launched its Starship rocket on its 13th test flight, sending the world's largest and most powerful launch vehicle into space carrying 20 next-generation Starlink satellites as the company advanced its plans for future Moon and Mars missions.

The Times of India

“Let The Evidence Speak For Itself”: NASA Whistleblowers Reveal How Photos Were Edited To Hide Alien Presence

“Ready to let the evidence speak for itself.”

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July 2026 Buck Moon: When to see the full moon, why it's called the Buck Moon and how to watch it

The July 2026 Buck Moon will be visible on July 29. This full moon gets its name from deer antlers growing during this time. It is also known as the Thunder Moon and Hay Moon. Observing the moon requires clear skies and minimal light pollution. This celestial event coincides with…

The Economic Times

Moon going far from Earth: Scientists explain how it could bring longer days and end total solar eclipses

Moon moving farther from Earth: The Moon is slowly moving away from Earth at a rate of 3.83 centimetres per year, a change confirmed through decades of laser measurements. While insignificant over human timescales, scientists say the gradual recession could eventually lengthen Earth's days, weaken ocean tides and bring an…

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NASA Airbrushed 'Alien Presence' From Apollo Moon Photos, Whistleblower Physicist Claims

A physicist has claimed NASA edited Apollo Moon photos to erase an 'alien presence' and buried negatives showing UFOs, just as the Artemis programme prepares to return astronauts to the lunar surface.

Euronews

Unplanned impact: NASA says SpaceX rocket debris may hit Moon

In August, parts of a SpaceX rocket are expected to slam into the Moon. The collision was not planned, but experts are monitoring it. Will the impact be visible from Earth?

The Economic Times

ISRO faces biggest manpower crunch in 25 years as nearly 3 in 10 posts remain vacant amid Gaganyaan, Moon and Mars ambitions

India's space program confronts a widening manpower shortage with nearly three in ten sanctioned posts vacant. Staffing levels have steadily declined, reaching a low point in recent years. This shortfall occurs as ISRO embarks on ambitious missions, including human spaceflight. The Department of Space cites Covid disruptions and recruitment reforms…

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India's space sector takes off as private rocket readies launch

India has sent spacecraft to Mars and the Moon, put hundreds of satellites into orbit and will in the coming days launch its first privately developed orbital-class rocket. - Mars, Moon, Sun, Sea - In 2014, India became the first Asian nation to put a spacecraft into orbit around Mars.

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Why the Number 108 Is Sacred in Hindu Tradition, From Mala Beads to the Upanishads

The number your grandmother never explainedYou have held a mala. You know it has 108 beads. You were probably told to count each one as you repeat your mantra, and you did, and you never asked why 108. Not 100, which would be round. Not 1000, which would feel grand.…

Bangkok Post

Realistic robots coming to a home near you

Robots, robots and more robots. On the one hand, we have Elon Musk developing robots with a focus to have them build the first off-world habitats on the Moon and then Mars in preparation for humans arriving and surviving. In my last article, the focus was on devices working in…

The Conversation

Building a long-term base on the Moon will require extensive planning – a planetary geologist describes the considerations that go into it

Lots of excitement for space bubbled up in spring 2026. The Artemis II mission took a crew of four on a flyby around the Moon, and NASA officials announced their goal of constructing a permanent lunar outpost by 2030.

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Vikram Sarabhai's Work Ethic: Five Habits for Building Something From Nothing, India's Greatest Lesson

He Started in a Church With a Bicycle PumpIn 1963, India's first rocket was transported to its launch site on a bicycle and a bullock cart. The nose cone was carried on a cyclist's head. The launch pad was a church in Thumba, a fishing village on Kerala's coast, because…

The Conversation

Why the US-China Moon race could turn into a lunar land grab

Sixty years ago, the United States and the Soviet Union were embroiled in a race to the Moon, which the USA won. The 21st-century lunar contest, with China stepping in for the Soviet Union, has many similarities, but key differences.

The Economic Times

NASA seeks volunteers for year-long Moon and Mars simulation mission: Check eligibility and other details

NASA is recruiting volunteers for a year-long simulated deep-space mission. Participants will live and work in a special habitat at Johnson Space Center. This research will study crew adaptation to long-duration spaceflight challenges. The mission supports NASA's Artemis program for lunar and Martian exploration. Findings will enhance future spacecraft design…

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ISRO Chairman Narayanan asks IISc graduates to give back to society, build developed India

ISRO Chairman V Narayanan urged IISc graduates to contribute to India's developed nation status. He emphasized lifelong learning and the opportunities available to today's graduates. India has made significant progress since independence, becoming a major global economy. The nation aims to establish its own space station by 2035 and land…

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