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NASA Seeks Next Generation of Explorers to Join Astronaut Corps

NASA is looking for the explorers who will help write the next chapter of human spaceflight. Applications are now open for the agency’s next class of astronauts, who will join NASA as America returns to the Moon, builds the Moon Base, and lays the groundwork for the first crewed

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How does the digital ink in ereaders work?

Unlike regular LCD and OLED displays, ereaders rely on e-ink tech that lets them gently sip power and last for months. Here's the science behind how it works.

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Starlink capacity will increase 100 times in three years

Elon Musk said that Starlink capacity will increase approximately 100 times in two to three years. The total capacity of the network can increase from 800 Tbit/s to 80 Pbit/s.

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A dead star's mysterious rings reveal what could happen when our Sun dies

Astronomers have discovered a strange double ring of planetary wreckage around a dead star, revealing a possible preview of our Solar System's distant future. The two rings are separated by a mysterious gap that researchers believe is maintained by surviving planetary bodies, inc

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Rubin Observatory discovers two hidden companions of the Milky Way. Hundreds more may be waiting

The Vera C. Rubin Observatory has already uncovered two previously unknown companions of the Milky Way using preliminary observations covering just 7% of the night sky. The discoveries include an extremely faint galaxy 355,000 light-years away and a star cluster hidden behind cos

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China made the first successful launch with its CERES-2 rocket

Galactic Energy company in China made the first successful launch with its newly developed carrier rocket CERES-2.

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New Glenn launch postponed until January 2027

Blue Origin has postponed the relaunch of its New Glenn rocket until January 2027 after the explosion in May. The delay also affects the schedule of Amazon's Leo satellite internet project.

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APOD: 2026 November 7 – De Gerlache-Kocher Massif

APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 November 7 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss   APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our fascinating universe is featured, along with a br

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TUA will focus on innovative space projects in the next 3 years

A total budget of 20 billion 18 million 108 thousand lira is planned for the Turkish Space Agency (TUA) in the 2027-2029 period.

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Starlink Mobile: All the news on SpaceX’s major mobile carrier ambitions

SpaceX has declared that it’s going to make Starlink Mobile a “major” mobile carrier. The Elon Musk-owned company has already deployed thousands of direct-to-cell satellites, but its next big challenge is building out its 5G network here on Earth. As part of its plans to rival AT

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Blue Origin postponed the launch of its giant rocket New Glenn to 2027

Blue Origin postponed its plan to re-launch the New Glenn rocket after the explosion in May. The company is now targeting January 2027 for the new launch.

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Blue Origin enlarges New Glenn rocket: New engine and third stage are coming

Blue Origin is adding a third stage to its New Glenn rocket for lunar and deep space missions. The company also announced its new Northstar engine, which is more powerful than the BE-4 and a quarter the cost.

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You know the launch market is tough when satellite companies start building rockets

"The Blacklift rocket is the springboard to significantly expand our total addressable market."

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M30’s Sparkling Stars

This NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image released Nov. 5, 2026, provides a lesson in galactic history. The sparkling collection of stars is named Messier 30 (M30) after the French astronomer, Charles Messier, who cataloged M30 and other diffuse objects that might be mistaken fo

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Supercomputing Tech Demo Schedule

Supercomputing 2026 Join NASA in the Exhibit Hall (Booth #4038) for presentations by NASA experts. Full Tech Demo schedule below. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17 10:00 AMType-safe Templates in Fortran 2028Tom Clune10:30 AMType-safe Templates in Fortran 2028Tom Clune11:00 AM Type-safe Templa

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Türkiye's space budget will exceed 20 billion liras in 3 years

The budget of the Turkish Space Agency (TUA) for the 2027-2029 period is planned to exceed 20 billion lira. The agency focuses on projects such as the Moon mission, spaceport and fusion technology.

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Rocket Report: Artemis II literally tore through the atmosphere; New Glenn delay

Interstellar Technologies announces more government funding for the Japanese Zero rocket.

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Chinese space station records 9.7 pK

According to China Science's X post, the rubidium cloud decreased to 9.7 pK in the experiment in Tiangong. Science confirms: The measurement took 7 seconds; How did they do it?

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10 Best Subscription Boxes for Kids (2026): STEM, Books, Clothes, Snacks, and More

These monthly deliveries get kids reading, coding, and cooking while encouraging them to learn about science and the world.

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TUA's 3-year goal: Moon mission, spaceport

Turkish Space Agency will focus on the Moon mission, spaceport and new research centers with a budget of 20 billion lira in the 2027-2029 period.

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Technology from ASELSAN that will increase the exploration power of submarines

MERCAN 100, developed by ASELSAN, will increase the reconnaissance and target tracking capabilities of submarines with three different camera technologies and 360-degree surveillance capability.

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A Satellite-Restricted View of Our Night Sky

Satellite-Restricted View of Our Night Sky. This prominent development in the field of technology was met with interest by industry experts and technology followers.

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Reddit Founder Says Developing Social Media Apps Is 'Not Cool Anymore'

Alexis Ohanian is trying to figure out what's next for user-generated content, now that much of the internet is "compromised."

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A new bill could change the way the US builds energy infrastructure

A sweeping law designed to cut through red tape could speed up the construction of energy infrastructure in the United States. With the dust still settling from this week's pivotal midterm elections, the Senate is set to vote on the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act

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Roundtable Discussions: In Search of Cognitive Immortality

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 In an effort to achieve an elusive continuity of self, some forward-thinking technologists are working on ways to keep your brain functioning even beyond death. Join science editor Mary Beth Griggs and senior biomedicine editor Antonio Regalado for a co

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What's next for US energy policy after the midterm elections?

I've been glued to my various screens since the midterm election results started coming in last night. And it didn't take long to see the beginning of the blue wave: Democrats took control of both the US House of Representatives and the Senate, in a dramatic shift from Donald Tru