Space
The Internet Is Leaving Earth
Beyond NASA, Starlink satellites are using optical inter-satellite links to transmit data via infrared laser beams
Space
NASA Already Has Next Artemis Flight in Its Sights
In 2027, Artemis III’s yet-to-be -named crew will practice docking their Orion capsule with a lunar lander in orbit around Earth. NASA plans on an astronaut moon landing in 2028.
Space
Artemis II’s Journey Around the Moon Ends With Dramatic Splashdown
Space
Artemis II Astronauts Describe Their Lunar Voyage as Surreal and Profound Ahead of Return
The Artemis II astronauts are tidying up their lunar cruiser for Friday's 'fireball' return to Earth. They're also reflecting on their historic journey around the moon,
Space
Broadband from the Moon: How Artemis II Pushes NASA Beyond Apollo’s Radio Frequencies
NASA and other international space agencies have deployed technologies that, in the future, are expected to eliminate communication blackouts.
Space
New Photos of Earth from Artemis II Astronauts
The Artemis II astronauts have captured Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they zoom ever closer to the moon.
Space
Artemis II Astronauts Bound for Moon on NASA's First Lunar Voyage in Decades
4 astronauts have embarked on a high-stakes flight around the moon, a leadoff to NASA’s push toward a lunar landing in two years.
Space
NASA Begins the Countdown for Humanity's First Launch to the Moon in 53 Years
The last time NASA sent astronauts to the moon was during Apollo 17 in 1972.
Satellite
SpaceX’s Starlink Loses Contact With Satellite
A rare Starlink satellite failure underscores the operational challenges of constellations as thousands of spacecraft crowding in low-Earth orbit.
China
Chinese Astronauts Return from Space Station, Blame Delay on Space Debris Damage
The delay was caused by tiny cracks in their return capsule, likely from being hit by space debris.
SpaceX
Chinese Researchers Suggest Lasers and Sabotage to Counter Musk’s Starlink Satellites
Starlink’s omnipresence and potential military applications have unnerved Beijing and spurred China's scientists to action.
Justice Department
Musk Could Lose Billions Depending on How Spat With Trump Unfolds
Musk's satellite internet company Starlink appears to also have benefited from Musk’s once-close relationship with the president.
Defense Department
Voters to Decide if the Texas Home of SpaceX Should Become an Official City: Starbase
Most of the 283 people eligible to vote Saturday are employees of SpaceX or connected to the company.
SpaceX
Broadband Breakfast Person of the Year: Elon Musk
In our view, without Musk’s support, Trump would not have won the presidency.
Briefs
Simington Wants Washington to Unleash the Space Economy
Trump administration should eliminate the red tape, Simington said
SpaceX
Elon Musk Tests the Role of Money in U.S. Politics
Musk's multimillion-dollar effort to back Trump will test the influence the world's richest man wields over American democracy.
