Astronomy & Universe
APOD Features Stickney Crater on October 9, 2026
The Astronomy Picture of the Day showcased the Stickney Crater on October 9, 2026, accompanied by a brief explanation from a professional astronomer.
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SpaceX
Crew-12 Returns to Earth
The SpaceX Crew Dragon Freedom splashed down in the Pacific off California on October 8, 2026.
Astronomy & Universe
Webb Telescope Unveils Hidden Stars in Nebula NGC 7129
The James Webb Space Telescope has penetrated dusty clouds to reveal dozens of newly visible stars in the star‑forming region NGC 7129.
Space Industry & Business
Agile Space Industries Adds Jonathan Baliff to Board of Directors
The company announces the appointment of Jonathan Baliff to its Board of Directors.
SpaceX
SpaceX scrubs launch of 21 SDA data transport satellites
The planned launch of the Tranche 1 Transporter Layer A mission was called off; a new attempt could occur as early as Thursday.
Astronomy & Universe
APOD Features Selfie at Vera Rubin Ridge
The Astronomy Picture of the Day showcases a rover selfie taken at Vera Rubin Ridge on Mars on October 3, 2026.
Science & Research
NASA Astronaut Christina Koch to Attend Eagles Game in Philadelphia
Christina Koch will be present at the Philadelphia Eagles vs. Los Angeles Rams game to share her spaceflight experiences.
Science & Research
Sophie Adenot Completes Three Spacewalks in Under Two Weeks
ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot performed three EVAs in less than 15 days, logging 19 hours and 42 minutes outside the International Space Station.
Science & Research
Heavy Rain Pushes Gandak River to Record Levels
After several days of relentless rain, the Gandak River in parts of Nepal and India has risen to unprecedented levels.
SpaceX
Falcon Heavy launches first mission for US spy satellite agency
The 14th flight of a Falcon Heavy rocket is set to carry a classified payload for a U.S. intelligence agency from Kennedy Space Center.
Satellites & Communication
LMT Group and Novaspace Partner to Develop Strategy for 5G/6G Satellite Communications Hub in Latvia
At the Industry Space Days 2026, LMT Group and Novaspace announced a joint effort to create a strategy for a 5G/6G satellite communications hub in Latvia.
NASA & Space Agencies
ESA at the 77th International Astronautical Congress
The European Space Agency will showcase recent mission results and future plans at the IAC in Antalya.
Science & Research
The Theia Impact and the Moon’s Formation
A Mars-sized body collided with the young Earth billions of years ago, setting the stage for the creation of our Moon.