NASA’s James Webb telescope has captured images of two distant galaxies, JADES-GS-z14-0 and JADES-GS-z14-1, that date back to nearly 300 million years after the Big Bang. These galaxies are among the earliest ever observed by humans and could provide insights into the formation of galaxies, stars, and black holes in the early universe.
The highly anticipated second season of Syfy’s hit sci-fi series ‘The Ark’ is set to premiere on Wednesday, July 17, at 10 p.m. ET/PT. Set 100 years in the future, the show follows the crew of Ark One on their mission to find a new home for the human race. After reaching their destination in Proxima B only to find it uninhabitable, the crew must now face the daunting task of finding a new planet while battling the challenges of a damaged ship and dwindling resources.
Voyager 1, a legendary space explorer, lost communication with Earth for five months in 2023, causing concern among scientists and the public. However, the team behind the spacecraft meticulously worked to resolve the issue, and communication was eventually restored. The team’s quick response has ensured that Voyager 1 will continue its journey into the interstellar medium, gathering valuable data and inspiring awe across the globe.
SpaceX plans to launch its powerful Starship rocket on its fourth test flight sometime next month, with a target date of Wednesday, June 5. The company’s CEO, Elon Musk, made the announcement on social media, noting that the schedule is subject to regulatory approval from the Federal Aviation Administration. The Starship, consisting of a Super Heavy booster and upper-stage Starship spacecraft, generates an impressive 17 million pounds of thrust at launch, making it the most powerful rocket ever to fly. It is intended to transport humans and cargo to the Moon for NASA’s Artemis program and potentially carry astronauts to Mars in the future.
The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry in Chicago has unveiled a captivating new exhibit featuring a SpaceX Dragon capsule that has made history with its remarkable journeys to the International Space Station (ISS). The CRS-12 Dragon, which embarked on two successful missions in 2017 and 2019, stands as a testament to the groundbreaking advancements in commercial spaceflight. This awe-inspiring exhibit showcases the capsule’s pivotal role in paving the way for astronaut launches from U.S. soil in 2020, marking a new era in space exploration.
NASA has announced another delay in the first crewed launch of Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft to the International Space Station (ISS). The launch, which was initially scheduled for May 20th, has now been pushed back to June 1st, 2023. This is the third delay for the mission, which was originally set to take astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams to the ISS for a week-long visit.
Elon Musk’s SpaceX announced that its Starlink satellite internet service has surpassed 3 million customers globally. Starlink provides high-speed internet access to nearly 100 countries, including regions that lack reliable connectivity. The service was launched in beta in 2020 and has rapidly expanded its reach, driven by the company’s ambitious goal of connecting underserved areas with satellite internet. SpaceX has deployed thousands of satellites into orbit to support Starlink’s operations, enabling it to provide low-latency, high-speed internet to residential, business, and government customers. While Starlink has faced criticism for its potential impact on astronomy and concerns over its use by the Russian military in Ukraine, SpaceX continues to make progress in its mission to bridge the digital divide and bring internet access to remote and underserved communities around the world.
Indian pilot Captain Gopichand Thotakura will join six other crew members on Blue Origin’s NS-25 space mission tomorrow. The crew will venture beyond Earth’s atmosphere to the Karman Line, making India’s re-entry into the space race. This significant mission, telecasted live on Blue Origin’s website, marks Captain Thotakura as the first Indian civilian to fly to space, carrying a special message from India’s youth through postcards from the Club for the Future.
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk shared a video showcasing the stacking of the Starship rocket on the launchpad in preparation for its fourth test flight. The colossal rocket, measuring 120 meters tall, is comprised of the Super Heavy booster and the Starship spacecraft. However, the launch is contingent upon approval from the Federal Aviation Administration, which is currently reviewing the third test flight conducted two months ago. SpaceX aims to increase the frequency of Starship launches, as well as secure permission to launch from the Kennedy Space Center, paving the way for more frequent flights. The ultimate goal is to land both stages of the rocket post-launch for reuse, similar to the Falcon 9 rocket. Starship is intended for missions to the moon and potentially the first crewed trip to Mars in the future.
The Jhansi Space Museum is a groundbreaking institution that employs state-of-the-art projection mapping, full dome displays, and other cutting-edge technologies to transport guests on an unparalleled cosmic voyage. The museum pays tribute to India’s profound contributions to astronomical sciences while embracing the limitless potential of contemporary space exploration. Through its symbolic design elements, the museum offers guests a transcendent journey through time and space.
