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A mysterious Russian satellite performed a dangerously close maneuver toward a US commercial radar aiding Ukraine, raising Western concerns over space security and potential orbital sabotage.

Astronomers discovered a supermassive black hole 3,500 light-years from its galaxy's center after it tore apart a passing star. The rare tidal disruption event sheds light on hidden black holes.

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk announced plans to distribute one of his company shares, valued at roughly $10.5 billion, to every child in America next year.

An in-depth look at Voyager 1's historic journey, exploring the brutal physics of cosmic distances, the limits of space travel, and why interstellar alien visits remain statistically improbable.

SpaceX has agreed to acquire nationwide 800 MHz spectrum rights from Grain Management to expand Starlink Mobile in the US, intensifying competition with telecom giants.

The US, China, and Russia are competing to deploy the first nuclear reactor on the Moon by the 2030s, raising technical and safety concerns regarding space exploration.

Alphabet is launching custom AI chips into orbit via SpaceX to test space-based data centers under Project Suncatcher, aiming to leverage continuous solar energy.

Tel Aviv University engineering students developed Israel's first Mars rover to compete in a European Space Agency challenge, featuring autonomous navigation, soil sampling, and self-repair systems.

Satellite data from the NISAR mission reveals that Mexico City is sinking at an alarming rate of 50 centimeters per year, driven by over-pumping of underground aquifers.

Scientists successfully operated a delicate optical supercomputer in space for the first time, overcoming intense rocket vibrations, vacuum evaporation, and thermal challenges to pave the way for smart satellites.

British researcher Simon Holland claims Russia and China are locked in a secret race over an alleged extraterrestrial message, though Western defense officials deny any evidence of alien tech.

SpaceX prepares for its first orbital Starship launch to deploy Starlink satellites, overcoming previous test flight challenges and aiming for full reusability.

Astronomers have confirmed that powerful radio emissions detected by the MeerKAT telescope originate from the exoplanet Beta Pictoris b, marking a historic milestone.

Elon Musk predicts all digital computing will move to space, reacting to Google's Project Suncatcher initiative to deploy AI processors on low Earth orbit satellites.

Prof. Adi Zitrin and the international JWST UNCOVER team won the 2027 AAS Lancelot M. Berkeley Prize for groundbreaking research on the early universe using the James Webb Space Telescope.

Astronomers have detected a direct radio signal from exoplanet Beta Pictoris b for the first time, revealing a magnetic field thousands of times stronger than Earth's.

A looming global launch shortage is hitting the space industry as SpaceX phases out the Falcon 9 rocket in favor of Starship, driving up costs and causing widespread market anxiety.

Newly released U.S. government documents reveal that the Pentagon previously funded theoretical physics studies on wormholes, spacetime manipulation, and extreme futuristic concepts.

The United States has officially acknowledged operating orbital space-control weapons, marking a major strategic shift in military space capabilities and deterrence.

Asteroid 101955 Bennu poses a potential risk to Earth, with a notable close encounter calculated for September 24, 2182. Modern planetary defense techniques, proven by NASA's DART mission, offer reliable kinetic deflection methods.

NASA's LRO spacecraft discovered a massive 222-meter-wide crater on the Moon, formed in May 2024 by an asteroid or comet impact that eluded all Earth telescopes.

Turkey has signed the Artemis Accords at NASA headquarters, marking a major milestone in its national space program and preparing for the upcoming AYAP-1 lunar mission.

SpaceX is preparing for a critical Starship test flight to deploy V3 Starlink satellites, balancing immediate commercial revenues with deep space ambitions.

Dr. Adi Ninios Greenberg, a leading Israeli planetary scientist, senior adviser to the Israel Space Agency, and STEM education advocate, has passed away at 50.

Gil Doron, CEO of the Ramon Foundation, discusses how space education fosters STEM skills and resilience in Israeli youth, exploring the private space race and Israel's technological edge.

The European Union is reportedly seeking Israel's partnership for advanced air defense and space initiatives, facing reliance on Israeli defense technologies. The move follows recent multi-billion-euro European deals and growing strategic cooperation.

On April 13, 2029, the asteroid Apophis will pass just 32,000 kilometers from Earth. A new study reveals that human-made space debris, rather than the asteroid itself, poses a potential collision risk during the flyby.

A new telescope for dark energy research has been launched. While scientists anticipate a cosmic breakthrough, the growing integration between the government space agency and the private sector continues to raise questions about the boundaries of privatization in strategic projects.

NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, described by the agency as a "discovery machine," is set to launch from Florida. The $4.3 billion project aims to explore dark energy and dark matter.

SpaceX announced the construction of a giant launch base for Starship, China postpones the moon mission, reduction in Falcon 9 activity, research of exoplanet atmospheres, and a revolutionary space telescope is on its way. A summary of the week across the universe.

The launch of China's 'Chang'e-7' robotic space mission, designed to scan the moon's south pole in search of frozen water, will not take place in the planned launch window this year. This was stated in an official announcement by the China Manned Space Engineering Office.

Astronomers have discovered S301, a star orbiting the black hole at the center of the Milky Way at a speed reaching about 25,000 km/s. Researchers hope that with its help, they will be able to test Einstein's theory and measure the rotation of the black hole.

Footage circulated online shows the rocket launched from a test base deviating from its path and crashing in an unpopulated area. The country's authorities stated that the missile's self-destruct mechanism was activated according to the emergency plan after it deviated from its trajectory.

SpaceX (SPCX) shares fell 5% to $132 as Chinese startup LandSpace successfully landed an orbital-class rocket booster for the first time. The stock is also facing pressure from a staggered lock-up expiration for early investors and executives.

The James Webb Space Telescope has revealed a distant galaxy, JADES-GS-z13-1, posing a mystery for astronomers. The telescope detected strong radiation that, according to existing theories, should have been blocked by the neutral hydrogen prevalent in the early universe.

The massive offering of the space giant SpaceX has placed it at the center of attention for global financial markets, revealing for the first time in full the ownership structure of the company, which includes billionaire Peter Thiel, Google, and Elon Musk.

A Euronews investigation reveals that the European Union is secretly tracking Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). Pilots report "air battles" and objects near nuclear sites, but EU authorities continue to downplay the issue, citing a lack of systemic safety threats.

Scientists are nearing the operation of a new device called "Henrietta," installed on a telescope in Chile, designed to analyze the atmospheric composition of exoplanets. Researchers hope this will help them understand conditions in worlds outside our solar system and search for substances that might indicate potential habitability.

A solar eclipse is undoubtedly one of nature's most spectacular phenomena. Tonight, a rare and exciting event will take place for residents and travelers in Europe. Where can you watch the celestial show? Here are the details.