As the global space industry continues to grow, Canada is moving forward with plans to become an important player in the commercial space launch market. In December 2018, the Canadian government announced that it would provide up to $80 million in funding to create a commercial space launch site in northern Canada. The site, which… Continue reading Canada wants to support commercial space launches
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NASA Reveals Tantalizing Details About Webb Telescope’s Successor
On February 17th, NASA revealed exciting information about the successor to the James Webb Telescope (JWST). The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, named after the first female executive at NASA, is slated for a 2025 launch and will be the agency’s first flagship-level astrophysics mission of the next decade. With a 6.5-meter primary mirror almost… Continue reading NASA Reveals Tantalizing Details About Webb Telescope’s Successor
FCC Agrees to Form Space Bureau to Keep Up With Growing Satellite Industry
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) recently announced their groundbreaking decision to form a dedicated bureau to monitor and regulate the growing satellite industry. This milestone will have far-reaching implications for the satellite and communications industry, as well as the wider space technology sector. The proposed Space Bureau will be solely dedicated to monitoring and regulating… Continue reading FCC Agrees to Form Space Bureau to Keep Up With Growing Satellite Industry
How the James Webb Space Telescope changed astronomy in its first year
Since the launch of the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) in 2021, it has revolutionized the field of astronomy and opened up a realm of possibilities in the hopes of uncovering information about the origins and evolution of our universe. After years of preparation and anticipation, the world of astronomy got exactly what they had… Continue reading How the James Webb Space Telescope changed astronomy in its first year
Fate of Russia’s Damaged Soyuz Spacecraft to Be Decided in January
On December 11th, 2019, an emergency occurred in space aboard the Soyuz MS-15, a Russian space aircraft that was headed to the International Space Station (ISS). The emergency caused the spacecraft to blast off course and, as a result, the emergency landing system was activated in the Kazakh steppes. All crew members, including Russian cosmonaut… Continue reading Fate of Russia’s Damaged Soyuz Spacecraft to Be Decided in January
SpaceX Finally Meets a Launch Goal as 60th Orbital Mission of 2022 Takes Flight
On April 22nd, 2022, SpaceX launched its 60th orbital mission of the year, a record-breaking accomplishment for the private space exploration company. The successful launch of the Falcon 9 rocket carrying a Dragon capsule full of multiple payloads marked the first time that SpaceX had met its own 56-launch goal. In declaring the mission mission… Continue reading SpaceX Finally Meets a Launch Goal as 60th Orbital Mission of 2022 Takes Flight
The Coolest Space Images of 2022
As the telescope technology continues to develop, space enthusiasts are now able to see views of the cosmos in greater detail than ever before. While these shots have been captured throughout the past two decades, the images that will be captured in 2022 will take our breath away. Now, let’s take a look at the… Continue reading The Coolest Space Images of 2022
Everything You Need To Know About Warhammer 40,000, Before Henry Cavill Explains It for You
If there’s one thing that’s clear, it’s that the recently announced new movie adaptation of the classic tabletop game, Warhammer 40,000, is quickly gaining popularity. Set to star Henry Cavill, the world of Warhammer 40,000 is filled with giant robots, space marines, and other science fiction tropes, making it an excellent pick for an action… Continue reading Everything You Need To Know About Warhammer 40,000, Before Henry Cavill Explains It for You
NASA Tests Upgraded Megarocket Engine Ahead of Future Moon Missions
NASA has recently tested its upgraded rocket engine, the Space Launch System (SLS), in a major milestone for the space agency’s upcoming Moon missions. The SLS will be used as part of NASA’s Artemis program, which aims to return humans to the Moon by 2024, as well as build a long-term sustainable presence on and… Continue reading NASA Tests Upgraded Megarocket Engine Ahead of Future Moon Missions
ISS Dodges Space Junk With Damaged ‘Life Boat’ Parked Outside
The International Space Station (ISS) recently had an out-of-this-world problem: navigating through a cloud of potentially damaging space junk. As millions of uncatalogued pieces of debris orbit the Earth, they can threaten the ISS and its crew. To ward off any unwanted collisions, the ISS has employed an unusual “life boat” outside the station. It’s… Continue reading ISS Dodges Space Junk With Damaged ‘Life Boat’ Parked Outside