Space

ESA's Proba-3 mission creates first artificial solar eclipse in space

Twin satellites fly 150 meters apart with millimeter precision, allowing detailed observation of the Sun's corona during long-lasting artificial eclipses.

 ESA's Proba-3 mission creates first artificial solar eclipse in space.
Eight views of the sun's south pole obtained by the Solar Orbiter spacecraft are seen in this image released by the European Space Agency on June 11, 2025

Solar Orbiter spacecraft obtains first images of the sun's poles

 TOI-6894b Exoplanet - artist's impression.

Unexpected giant: Saturn-mass planet found orbiting tiny red dwarf

 Russian President Vladimir Putin delivers a speech at AI Journey, Sberbank's international conference on artificial intelligence technology, in Moscow, Russia, December 11, 2024

Russia to integrate Gigachat AI model into International Space Station


Possible new dwarf planet spotted near the edge of the solar system

The researchers said 2017 OF201 was identified in observations by telescopes in Chile and Hawaii spanning seven years.

 Astronomers discover potential dwarf planet 2017 OF201 beyond Neptune.

James Webb Space Telescope discovers most distant galaxy MoM-z14

Galaxy's redshift of 14.44 is highest ever confirmed, extending the observational horizon closer to the cosmic dawn.

 James Webb Space Telescope discovers most distant galaxy MoM-z14.

Asteroid the size of 12.5 gorillas to pass Earth Wednesday in close flyby - NASA

Asteroid 2025 KF is set fly very close to the Earth this Wednesday, according to NASA. Its size is comparable to 12 and a half fully grown gorillas.

 An asteroid is seen flying near the Earth, specifically near the Middle East, in this artistic illustration.

NASA's advanced telescope embarks on a two-year mission to map the universe

During the mission, the scientific team is expected to investigate the early stages of the universe’s expansion and search for frozen molecules that may indicate life in other planetary systems.

 SPHEREx

Aging with dignity: The telescope that changed space exploration celebrates 35 years

The Hubble Telescope, 35 years of groundbreaking discoveries, continues to surprise despite glitches, retirement risk, and replacements, remaining at the forefront of space research.

Hubble Telescope

NASA unveils new Hubble images capturing cosmic wonders

Hubble provides unparalleled images, capturing stunning visuals from Mars to the birth and death of stars.

 The Crab Nebula.

Cosmic malfunction? Russian satellite linked to nuclear space weapons out of control - report

The satellite is believed to serve as both a radar tool for intelligence gathering and a platform for radiation testing.

 Cargo space craft and Earth.

Revolution in space cuisine: Mini bioreactor tests lab-grown food production

If successful, astronauts may produce meals like steak and desserts directly in space labs.

 Releasing JAXA's HTV7 cargo vehicle from the ISS.

Egypt inaugurates African Space Agency headquarters in Cairo

Minister Badr Abdelatty emphasized that the launch of the agency marks a milestone in pan-African cooperation and a turning point in joint African work.

 Egypt inaugurates African Space Agency headquarters in Cairo.

Putin praises Elon Musk, compares him to father of Soviet space program

Putin has previously praised Musk, whose business interests include the SpaceX space technology company, as "an outstanding person."

 Vladamir Putin and Elon Musk (illustrative)

Astronomers anticipate Blaze Star's next eruption could light up the sky in 2025

The explosion could make T CrB as bright as Polaris, visible to the naked eye.

 Astronomers anticipate Blaze Star's next eruption could light up the sky in 2025.