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Exploding rocket casts doubts over Nasa's Moon plans
Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded during its debut flight, dealing a significant blow to both the company and NASA's lunar ambitions. The uncrew…
Astronauts return to ISS after sheltering during air leak repair attempt
Russian cosmonauts attempted repairs on a pressurized tunnel section of the International Space Station, prompting five other astronauts to shelter in…
Whale graveyard dating back five million years discovered
Paleontologists working in the Indian Ocean have uncovered a whale graveyard spanning five million years, revealing an unprecedented concentration of …
'World-first' vaccine designed by artificial intelligence
Researchers at Cambridge University have successfully tested the first vaccine ever designed entirely by artificial intelligence, marking a watershed …
Nasa names next astronauts for Artemis Moon programme
NASA announced its next crew for the Artemis program, selecting four astronauts for upcoming missions despite none of them landing on the lunar surfac…
Nasa has named the Artemis III crew - what is their mission?
NASA announced the Artemis III crew, marking a pivotal moment for the agency's lunar return program. The mission will serve as a critical testing grou…