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ESA Council Meeting Yields Key Decisions on Human Spaceflight and International Cooperation

The European Space Agency (ESA) Council meeting, held on 18-19 March 2026 in Interlaken, Switzerland, concluded with significant decisions on human spaceflight, planetary defence capabilities, and international partnerships. The meeting saw the endorsement of the EPIC mission concept, cooperation agreements with multiple agencies, and the appointment of new leadership positions.

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NASAESAJapan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)

Policy & RegulationRegulation

ESA Council Convenes in Interlaken, Outlines Key Decisions for Future Space Exploration

The European Space Agency (ESA) held its Council meeting on March 18-19, 2026, in Interlaken, Switzerland, where Director General Josef Aschbacher and Council Chair Renato Krpoun presented key decisions shaping the agency"s future endeavors. The meeting marked an important milestone in the ESA"s strategic planning and cooperation among its member states.

6 months ago10/100

ESA

Policy & RegulationRegulation

NASA Prepares for Artemis 2 Mission with Successful Rocket Rollout

NASA has successfully rolled out the Artemis 2 moon rocket to the launch pad ahead of its planned April 1 liftoff, marking a significant milestone in the mission to send four astronauts on a 10-day flight around the moon. The rollout follows a series of tests and rehearsals, including a wet dress rehearsal that was initially cut short due to a leak of liquid hydrogen propellant.

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NASA

MissionsSpace Exploration

ESA and CAS Collaborate on Smile Mission to Study Earth's Magnetic Field

The European Space Agency (ESA) and the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) are preparing to launch the Smile mission, which aims to improve our understanding of solar storms and geomagnetic storms by studying Earth's magnetic field in X-rays and observing auroras globally in ultraviolet light. The mission is scheduled to launch on a Vega-C rocket from Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana between 8 April and 7 May 2026.

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ESAChinese Academy of Sciences (CAS)

LaunchesOrbital Operations

Chinese Astronaut Achieves Record-Tying Sixth Spacewalk Outside Tiangong Space Station

On March 16, 2025, Chinese astronaut Zhang Lu conducted his sixth spacewalk outside the Tiangong space station, tying the record for most spacewalks by a Chinese astronaut and marking a significant milestone in China's space program. The successful extravehicular activity (EVA) highlights China's growing capabilities in space exploration and its commitment to advancing its presence in space.

6 months ago40/100

CNSA

TechnologyEngineering

Lithuania Advances Laser Technology for Space Communications and Quantum Computing

Lithuanian tech firms have achieved a significant milestone in developing laser-based optical communications solutions, with the first Lithuanian-made laser launched into space on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. This breakthrough has major implications for the aerospace industry, enabling faster and more secure data transmission in space.

6 months ago60/100

NASASpaceXESA

TechnologyEngineering

Discovery of Extremely Rare Star Sheds Light on Universe's Chemical Evolution

Astronomers have discovered a rare, iron-deficient second-generation star in the dwarf galaxy Pictor II, providing valuable insights into the universe's chemical evolution. The star, named PicII-503, has an unusually low iron content and a high carbon-to-iron ratio, making it one of the most primordial stars ever found.

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NOIRLabNational Science Foundation

ScienceResearch

NASA Astronauts Conduct Spacewalk to Prepare ISS for New Solar Array

On March 18, 2026, two NASA astronauts performed the first US spacewalk in 10 months to prepare the International Space Station (ISS) for a new solar array, which will increase the station's electricity supply by 20-30%. This upgrade is part of ongoing efforts to enhance the ISS's power generation capabilities.

6 months ago40/100

NASA

MissionsSpace Exploration

SpaceX Conducts First Static Fire Test of Starship V3 at Starbase Site

SpaceX successfully conducted a static fire test of its Starship V3 vehicle, marking a significant milestone in the development of the company's next-generation spacecraft. The test, which involved briefly igniting 10 of the vehicle's 33 Raptor engines, paves the way for future tests and launches.

6 months ago60/100

SpaceX

TechnologyEngineering

NASA Delays Artemis 2 Moon Mission Due to Helium System Issue

The NASA Artemis 2 moon rocket has been rolled back to its hangar for repairs due to a helium system issue, delaying the launch until April 2026. The mission, which aims to send four astronauts on a 10-day trip around the moon, is a critical step towards establishing a sustainable human presence on the lunar surface.

6 months ago40/100

NASA

MissionsSpace Exploration

NASA Updates Moon Exploration Plans with Ambitious Artemis 2 Mission

NASA is revising its long-term plans for moon exploration, with the upcoming Artemis 2 mission set to send astronauts farther from Earth than ever before, carrying a crew of four to document the lunar surface in unprecedented detail. The mission marks a significant step towards re-establishing a human presence on the moon and paves the way for future lunar exploration.

6 months ago80/100

NASA

MissionsSpace Exploration

NASA and JAXA's XRISM Mission Detects Awakening of Supermassive Black Hole in Distant Galaxy

The joint NASA and Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) mission XRISM has observed a supermassive black hole awakening in a distant starburst galaxy, providing new insights into the behavior of these massive objects. The discovery was made possible by the XRISM spacecraft's advanced X-ray imaging and spectroscopy capabilities.

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NASAJapan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)

ScienceResearch

Dune: Part Three Teaser Trailer Released, Offering Glimpse into Final Installment

The first teaser trailer for Dune: Part Three has been released, providing a glimpse into the final installment of Denis Villeneuve's adaptation of Frank Herbert's classic novel. The movie takes place 17 years after the events of the previous film and follows an older Paul Atreides as he navigates his new role.

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News

The Elusive Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence: Understanding the Great Silence

The search for extraterrestrial intelligence (SETI) continues to intrigue scientists and theorists, with one prominent theory suggesting that advanced civilizations may deliberately choose not to communicate with others. This idea challenges traditional assumptions about the existence and behavior of intelligent life beyond Earth.

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ScienceResearch

SpaceX Reaches Milestone with Launch of 10,000th Active Starlink Satellite

On March 17, 2026, SpaceX successfully launched its 10,000th active Starlink satellite into low Earth orbit, marking a significant milestone in the company"s effort to provide global broadband internet coverage. This achievement underscores the rapid expansion of the Starlink constellation, which is designed to offer high-speed internet services worldwide.

6 months ago60/100

SpaceX

TechnologyEngineering

Daytime Fireball Illuminates Midwestern US Sky, Captured by Satellite

A rare daytime fireball was spotted over the midwestern US on March 17, 2026, producing a powerful sonic boom that was heard by residents and captured by a satellite in geostationary orbit. The event was recorded by the National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration's GOES-19 satellite, providing valuable data for scientists to study.

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National Oceanic & Atmospheric AdministrationAmerican Meteor SocietyCleveland National Weather Service

ScienceResearch

NASA Delays Artemis 2 Moon Rocket Rollout Due to Electrical Harness Replacement

NASA has delayed the rollout of the Artemis 2 moon rocket by one day due to an electrical harness replacement, pushing back the scheduled move to March 20. The mission aims to send astronauts on a 10-day trip around the moon, testing deep space life support systems and new lunar landers.

6 months ago10/100

NASACanadian Space Agency (CSA)

MissionsSpace Exploration

Disney+ Expands Star Wars Universe with New Series: Maul - Shadow Lord

The upcoming Disney+ series, Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord, has released its second trailer, revealing a darker tone and unique art style, with the first two episodes set to premiere on April 6. The series follows Darth Maul's story post-Siege of Mandalore, offering fans a deeper look into the character's backstory.

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News

Blue Origin and NASA Collaborate on Asteroid Defense Mission

Blue Origin has partnered with NASA to develop a mission aimed at defending Earth against potentially hazardous asteroids, leveraging the company's Blue Ring spacecraft platform. The collaboration will focus on integrating asteroid defense capabilities into the platform, utilizing techniques such as ion beam emitters to alter asteroid orbits.

6 months ago60/100

NASABlue Origin

MissionsSpace Exploration

Leonardo to Conduct Field Test of Michelangelo Security Dome Architecture in Ukraine

By the end of 2026, Leonardo will conduct the first field test of its Michelangelo security dome architecture in Ukraine, marking a significant milestone in the development of an integrated, multi-domain structure for enhanced security and surveillance. The test is a crucial step towards the full operational capability of the Space Guardian constellation, expected in 2029.

6 months ago60/100

NASAThales Alenia SpaceEuropean Commission

TechnologyEngineering

SpaceX Launches 25 Starlink Satellites on Falcon 9 Rocket from California

On March 16, 2026, SpaceX successfully launched 25 Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit using a Falcon 9 rocket, marking a significant milestone in the company"s satellite constellation program. This launch brings the total number of Starlink satellites in orbit to over 10,000.

6 months ago60/100

NASASpaceX

LaunchesOrbital Operations

SpaceX Set to Launch Falcon 9 Rocket Carrying Starlink Satellites on St. Patrick’s Day

On March 17, 2026, SpaceX will launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, carrying 29 Starlink V2 Mini Optimized satellites to low Earth orbit. The mission marks another step in the development of SpaceX’s low Earth orbit megaconstellation.

6 months ago30/100

SpaceX

LaunchesOrbital Operations

New Studies Reveal Potential Resolution to Hubble Constant Conundrum

Astronomers may have found a new way to measure the expansion of the universe, suggesting that it is expanding more slowly than previously thought in our local vicinity. This discovery has significant implications for our understanding of the cosmos and the role of dark matter.

6 months ago60/100

ScienceResearch

Marking a Century of Liquid-Fueled Rocketry: From Goddard's Pioneer Launch to NASA's Lunar Ambitions

One hundred years ago, Robert Goddard successfully launched the first liquid-fueled rocket, laying the groundwork for modern space exploration. Today, this technology is crucial for NASA's Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the moon.

6 months ago80/100

NASA

TechnologyEngineering

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