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Researchers have proposed that Albert Einstein's theory of general relativity may explain the scarcity of exoplanets orbiting binary star systems, with only 14 confirmed discoveries to date. This finding has significant implications for our understanding of planetary formation and the search for life beyond Earth.
A team of astronomers has detected methanimine, a complex organic molecule, in the core of a developing star, providing insights into the potential building blocks of life on future planets. This discovery suggests that the ingredients for life may be widespread in the universe, with significant implications for our understanding of astrobiology and the search for extraterrestrial life.
A new interpretation of Einstein-Rosen bridges suggests that these mathematical constructs may not be shortcuts through space-time, but rather connections between two microscopic arrows of time, offering a potential path to reconciling quantum mechanics and general relativity. This reinterpretation has significant implications for our understanding of the universe, even if wormholes may not exist as previously thought.
SpaceX successfully launched a total of 53 Starlink satellites from two separate coasts over the course of two days, significantly expanding its megaconstellation and bringing the total number of active units to over 9,600. This development marks a major milestone in the company's efforts to provide global broadband internet coverage.
NASA has awarded a contract to Vast, a California-based company, to conduct the sixth private astronaut mission to the International Space Station, scheduled to launch no earlier than summer 2027. This mission marks a significant milestone in the growing commercial space industry.
A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched the Crew-12 mission to the International Space Station on February 13, 2024, carrying a crew of four astronauts from NASA, ESA, and Roscosmos for an eight-month stay. The launch marks a significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between space agencies and private companies in low Earth orbit.
On February 18, 2026, SpaceX will launch a Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, adding 29 broadband internet satellites to the Starlink constellation. This launch marks the company’s 14th Starlink mission of the year and will utilize a flight-proven first stage booster.
NASA has selected Vast to conduct a private astronaut mission to the International Space Station (ISS) in 2027, marking the sixth such mission awarded by the agency. The mission will utilize a SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft and spend two weeks at the ISS.
The US government's interest in acquiring or leasing parts of Greenland from Denmark is driven by the island's unique location, which offers strategic advantages for military operations and access to the Arctic and outer space. This development highlights the growing importance of the region in the context of a new space race and shifting global priorities.
On February 9-10, NASA launched two suborbital sounding rockets from Alaska to study black auroras and the electrical circuitry within auroras, gathering crucial data for future research. The successful launches mark an important step in understanding the mysterious phenomena of black auroras.
The Crew 12 astronauts have successfully docked at the International Space Station (ISS), restoring the laboratory's crew to its full complement of seven after a brief period of reduced staffing. This development is expected to enable the resumption of normal research operations and facilitate the staging of spacewalks as needed.
The European Space Agency's (ESA) astronaut Sophie Adenot has officially started her epsilon mission, which is scheduled to last up to nine months, conducting experiments and serving as crew specialist for the Columbus and Kibo modules. The mission marks a significant milestone in international space cooperation, with ESA, NASA, SpaceX, Roscosmos, and CNES collaborating on the project.
SpaceX successfully launched its 600th Falcon 9 rocket, carrying 24 Starlink V2 Mini satellites into low Earth orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base on February 14, 2026. This milestone launch marks a significant achievement in the company"s mission to provide global satellite internet coverage.
This week, SpaceX successfully launched the Crew-12 mission to the International Space Station, while NASA selected a new partner for a private mission to the orbiting laboratory. Meanwhile, the United Nations Office of Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA) continues to play a vital role in establishing agreements on space policy and behavioral norms.
The SpaceX Crew-12 mission, carrying four astronauts, has successfully docked with the International Space Station (ISS) on February 14, 2026, marking another milestone in collaborative space exploration. The crew will conduct various activities, including cargo offload and scientific research, during their stay on the ISS.
Researchers at the North American Nanohertz Observatory for Gravitational Waves (NANOGrav) have identified two supermassive black hole binaries, named Gondor and Rohan, using a novel technique that combines gravitational wave detection with quasar observations. This breakthrough discovery provides new insights into the behavior of these massive cosmic objects and has significant implications for our understanding of the universe.
NASA"s Artemis 2 mission to the moon and SpaceX"s Crew-12 mission to the International Space Station are advancing towards launch, despite a hydrogen fuel leak delaying the Artemis 2 mission. The launches mark significant milestones in space exploration, with the Artemis 2 mission aiming to send astronauts to the far side of the moon and the Crew-12 mission transporting astronauts to the ISS.
On February 13, 2026, SpaceX launched the Crew-12 mission from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, sending four astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS) for an eight-month stay. The mission aims to support the skeleton crew of three left behind after a medical evacuation from the ISS.
On February 13, 2026, NASA and SpaceX launched the Crew-12 mission to the International Space Station (ISS), carrying four astronauts on an eight-month mission. The crew is set to dock at the ISS on February 14, 2026, marking another significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between NASA and SpaceX.
The European Space Agency"s Cheops satellite has discovered a unique planetary system around the star LHS 1903, featuring an unusual order of planets that challenges current understanding of planet formation. This finding suggests that the planets may have formed sequentially rather than simultaneously.
The Vulcan Centaur rocket successfully launched two spy satellites into geosynchronous orbit for the U.S. Space Force on Thursday, February 12, despite experiencing a significant performance anomaly in one of its solid rocket motors. The mission marked the fourth launch of the Vulcan Centaur rocket and demonstrated its ability to overcome technical challenges.
A team of astronomers has observed a star in the Andromeda galaxy vanish after brightening and fading, potentially indicating the formation of a new black hole. This discovery challenges current understanding of black hole formation and could have significant implications for our knowledge of the universe.
On February 13, 2026, SpaceX will launch the Crew-12 mission to the International Space Station (ISS), carrying four astronauts aboard a Falcon 9 rocket. The mission aims to bring the ISS back up to its normal complement of seven crewmembers after being staffed with a skeleton crew of three since mid-January.
The European Space Agency"s Ariane 6 rocket successfully launched with four P120C boosters for the first time, demonstrating its heavy-lift capabilities by carrying 32 Amazon Leo satellites to low-Earth orbit. This milestone marks a significant step forward in European spaceflight, showcasing the rocket"s ability to carry up to 21.6 tonnes to low Earth orbit.