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NASA aiming to build nuclear reactor on the moon by 2030

NASA is accelerating its plans for a nuclear reactor on the moon, aiming to establish such a power outpost by 2030, according to Politico.

Space · Aug 5, 2025

Trump's NASA Chief Sean Duffy Set To Hold Talks With Russia Over Space Issues: Report

Acting NASA Administrator and U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy is set to hold talks with his Russian counterpart over "space issues" later this week.

Benzinga · Jul 30, 2025

Billionaire private astronaut Jared Isaacman donating $15 million for Space Camp programs

Jared Isaacman, the billionaire private astronaut who until recently was on track to lead NASA, is donating $15 million to the U.S. Space & Rocket Center for its Space Camp programs.

Space · Jul 11, 2025

Trump explains why he pulled Jared Isaacman's nomination for NASA chief

President Donald Trump says he withdrew the nomination of Jared Isaacman for NASA administrator after learning of his donations to Democratic political candidates.

Space · Jul 8, 2025

Maga influencer and de facto national security adviser Laura Loomer holds outsized sway on Trump

The 32-year-old was instrumental in high-profile national security firings, and has cheerled the attacks on Iran

The Guardian - US · Jul 6, 2025

Elon Musk And Tom Cruise Once Planned On Making A Movie In Space Using SpaceX Rockets

As the feud between SpaceX CEO Elon Musk and U.S. President Donald Trump heats up, the Trump administration announced it will provide funding for NASA's Artemis Program to the moon, as well as allocate $1.25 billion to the International Space Station.

Benzinga · Jul 5, 2025

Musk publicly rips White House aide who prompted his falling out with Trump

The tech billionaire responded to a new report claiming that Sergio Gor – director of presidential personnel and vetting members of Trump’s team – had not vetted himself for the role

The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2025

Elon Musk Publicly Posts Drug Test Results After Trump Reportedly Called Him a 'Big Time Drug Addict' Following Feud

Elon Musk posted his drug test results online after Donald Trump reportedly called him a "big-time drug addict" following their feud over the GOP spending bill.

Latin Times · Jun 17, 2025

Mars settlement and more: Global space leaders will tackle big ideas next week at ISDC 2025

Space visionaries, scientists, entrepreneurs and students from around the world are set to gather in Florida next week for this year's International Space Development Conference.

Space · Jun 13, 2025

NASA shuts down X accounts as fears swirl about massive cuts to science initiatives

The agency’s budget proposal slashes total funding by nearly 25 percent, impacting science programs

The Independent UK · Jun 10, 2025