Civil

From Tragedy to Triumph, the Story of the Soviet Soyuz Capsule

The tragic end of Soyuz 1 highlighted the risks of the early space race

Launch

Boeing Starliner launch delayed by valve issue on Centaur Upper Stage

The Centaur Upper Stage suffered an anomaly, but the mission is now expected to proceed in late May after repairs

Civil

Europe’s Galileo gains two more Satellites

Launch on SpaceX Falcon 9 bolsters European navigation system, with next-generation upgrade on the horizon.

Civil

Starliner poised for first crewed flight, set to launch in May

Boeing's capsule to join SpaceX's Dragon in ferrying astronauts to the ISS, potentially ending reliance on Russia's Soyuz

Commercial

Mars sample return mission might have a commercial aspect

NASA is looking for fresh ideas to bring Martian samples home, opening up opportunities for commercial space companies to join the challenge.

Defense

Final launch of Delta Heavy; the era of Vulcan fast approaches

As the Delta era concludes, ULA sets its sights on the future with the Vulcan launch vehicle.

Science & Tech

A lunar rover history and its future

NASA has selected three proposals for the new Lunar Terrain Vehicle (LTV).

Commercial

Red Sea internet cables severed; satellites picking up the slack

The severing of cables demonstrates both terrestrial and satellite have their drawbacks and their advantages.

Defense

Nuclear Weapons in Space: A Cold War Threat Heats Up

Russia's potential violation of Outer Space Treaty raises concerns about space debris and global impacts

Defense

US Space Force Budget Soars to $30 Billion

Funding targets reliable launch options, tracking systems, and secure data transport in low earth orbit

Civil

The flexibility of rockets: Cygnus ready for a new ride

Antares, the rocket previously used for Cygnus missions, is undergoing upgrades to replace its Russian-built engines.

Commercial

Space tourism then and now

Virgin Galactic, Blue Origin, and Axiom Space Offer Adventures for the Everyday Astronaut (with Deep Pockets)

Commercial

Vulcan soars on inaugural flight, peregrine’s moon mission in doubt

New launch vehicle replaces Atlas V and Delta IV, BE-4 engine makes debut

Defense

Mystery in the sky: the secret world of space planes

Classified missions and mysterious objects raise questions about China's Shenlong and the US's X-37B

Civil

Hubble seeing the end?

Orbit boost potential expands, extending the life of the iconic telescope

Civil

Europe needs launch capability

Ariane 6 poised for 2024 launch, panel highlights need for multiple launch sites, diverse subcontractors