NASA announces new approach to Mars Sample Return Program during news conference Tuesday

NASA announced Tuesday their new approach to their Mars Sample Return Program. The agency will develop two landing architectures in parallel, promoting competition and innovation while aiming for cost and schedule efficiency.

When to watch the sky in 2025: Florida Space Coast rocket launch schedule

Florida is gearing up for a busy 2025 in space exploration, with a packed schedule of rocket launches planned. From high-profile NASA missions to ambitious commercial projects, the launches are poised to push the boundaries of space exploration and technology.

NASA’s Webb snaps new pic of ‘Sombrero galaxy’

A side-by-side comparison of the photo with its predecessor from the Hubble telescope shows how clearer the newer telescope is, allowing us to see the so-called “Sombrero galaxy" like never before.

Astronauts’ Thanksgiving message: "We’re grateful for our nation"

The astronauts aboard the space station showed off their out-of-this-world Thanksgiving feast, but they also had a very down-to-earth message of thanks on this holiday.

Odd smell coming from Russian spacecraft docked at space station

A Russian Progress spacecraft delivering nearly three tons of supplies to the International Space Station also brought an unwanted smell when cosmonauts opened the hatch.

Astronaut Suni Williams addresses health rumors from space

Astronaut Suni Williams is putting health rumors to rest after photos of her during her mission aboard the International Space Station sparked concern.

Aerospace leaders eye projects to increase launches along Space Coast

State aerospace leaders have outlined major upgrades around Cape Canaveral as they look to build on this year’s record number of launches, which were boosted Monday by the liftoff of two Falcon 9 rockets.

How do NASA astronauts exercise their right to vote from space?

The 2024 United States Presidential election has come to an end and our next president was elected. But how do those on the International Space Station exercise their right to vote from more than 200 miles above Earth? 

NASA narrows selection of Moon landing sites for Artemis astronauts

The U.S. space agency is focusing on nine areas near the lunar South Pole. This region is important for its diverse geological characteristics and may contain water that can be mined for resources.