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NASA's Swift Spacecraft Reorientation Extends Mission Timeline

In a strategic move, NASA has adjusted the operations of the Swift spacecraft, which is currently in a decaying orbit, to allow for a reboost mission planned for later this year.

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Exploring the Feasibility of Space-Based Data Centers

A look into the key considerations for establishing data centers in space, including technological challenges and environmental impacts.

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Paraguay Joins the Artemis Accords as Sixth Signatory

On May 7, 2026, Paraguay became the sixth nation to sign the Artemis Accords, marking a significant step in international cooperation for space exploration.

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Impact of Landslide-Triggered Tsunami on Tracy Arm's Ecosystem

In summer 2025, a tsunami caused by a landslide significantly altered the landscape of Tracy Arm, stripping vegetation from the fjord's shores.

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SatVu's HotSat-2 Satellite Targets Energy Infrastructure Monitoring

The British startup SatVu has unveiled imagery from its thermal satellite, HotSat-2, aimed at monitoring energy facilities in Cuba, India, and Australia.

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Lunar Outpost Secures $30 Million to Enhance Lunar Rover Designs

Lunar Outpost has successfully raised $30 million to improve its lunar rover designs, aligning with NASA's updated Artemis program requirements.

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NASA Armstrong Expands Its Experimental Flight Fleet

NASA Armstrong is enhancing its fleet of experimental aircraft, furthering its commitment to aeronautics and scientific research, following in the footsteps of aviation pioneers.

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Rocket Lab Partners with Raytheon for Space Interceptor Initiative

Rocket Lab has announced its collaboration with Raytheon on the Golden Dome space interceptor program, alongside a new contract for hypersonic test flights with Anduril.

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Astronomers Discover Non-Rotating Galaxy from Early Universe

A massive galaxy formed less than 2 billion years after the Big Bang has been discovered by astronomers using the James Webb Space Telescope, raising questions about galaxy formation.

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NASA's Next-Gen Mars Helicopter Rotor Blades Break Sound Barrier in Testing

NASA's latest tests confirm that the rotor blades designed for the next-generation Mars helicopters have surpassed Mach 1, marking a significant milestone for Martian exploration.

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Paraguay Joins the Artemis Accords as 67th Signatory

On May 7, 2026, Paraguay signed the Artemis Accords, marking its commitment to collaborative principles in civil space exploration.

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James Webb Space Telescope Reveals Insights into Nearby Super-Earth

A scorching, airless super-Earth located 48 light-years from Earth provides scientists with a unique opportunity to study the geology of distant planets.

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Redwire Eyes Lunar Lander Opportunities Amid NASA's Moon Base Aspirations

In response to NASA's call for support in developing a moon base, Redwire is renewing its focus on lunar landers and power systems, signaling a strategic pivot.

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New Crew Cabin for NASA's Artemis Program Now Operational

A full-scale mock-up of a crew cabin for a future lunar lander has been established at NASA, aimed at enhancing training and testing for the Artemis program.

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NASA Monitors Mexico City's Alarming Subsidence Rates

NASA's advanced radar technology is revealing that Mexico City is sinking at a rate of up to 2cm per month, raising concerns among experts about the implications for the metropolis.

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Marshall Islands Leaders Aim to Enhance Operations with Advanced Satellite Imagery

As satellite imagery technology progresses, leaders from the Republic of the Marshall Islands are exploring its potential to improve operations in remote areas.

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Atmospheric Phenomena Observed Near Peter I Island

Recent observations have highlighted a remarkable display of atmospheric activity off the coast of Peter I Island in West Antarctica.

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NASA Ames Science Directorate Honors May 2026 Stars

In May 2026, NASA Ames Science Directorate acknowledged the exceptional work of four scientists: Lora Jovanavić, Tammy Moore, Frances Donovan, and Jaden Ta.

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NASA's PC-12 Aircraft Relocates to Enhance Flight Research Capabilities

A NASA Pilatus PC-12 aircraft will now be stationed at the Armstrong Flight Research Center, aiming to bolster the agency's flight research initiatives.

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New Data Fusion Techniques Enhance Mars Temperature Mapping

Recent advancements in data fusion techniques are improving our understanding of temperature variations on Mars, which is vital for future in-situ resource utilization efforts.