SpaceX Shifts Focus to Lunar Colony, Delays Mars Ambitions
Elon Musk announces SpaceX’s pivot to a moon-based ‘self-growing city’ by 2036, delaying Mars plans. Experts weigh in on feasibility and regional implications.
Space Exploration
Shenzhou-21 Crew Advances Space Research in 3-Month Mission
China’s Shenzhou-21 crew marks three months on the space station, conducting critical experiments in medicine, physics, and health management to advance long-duration space missions.
Jupiter’s Surprising New Profile: NASA’s Juno Reveals Smaller, Flatter Giant
NASA’s Juno mission reveals Jupiter is smaller and more flattened than previously thought, reshaping understanding of gas giants and exoplanet models.
China’s Vision 2030: Tech Innovation Reshapes Global Landscape
China’s Vision 2030 drives tech leadership with AI breakthroughs, space expansion, and global governance initiatives, positioning itself as a key player in shaping future innovation.
China’s Space-Born Butterfly Breakthrough Signals Orbital Ecosystem Progress
A butterfly successfully adapted to microgravity in China’s closed-loop space experiment, marking progress in sustainable orbital life-support systems.
Shenzhou-21 Crew Thrives in Orbit: Key Scientific Breakthroughs Achieved
China’s Shenzhou-21 crew completes three months on Tiangong station, reports progress in space medicine, psychology, and microgravity experiments. Crew remains in optimal health.
China Strengthens Ties with Algeria Through Latest Satellite Launch
China launches AlSat-3B satellite with Algeria, enhancing land planning and disaster response. Part of a bilateral space collaboration initiated in 2023.
Blue Origin Shifts Focus to Lunar Missions, Pauses New Shepard Flights
Blue Origin pauses New Shepard flights for two years to focus on lunar mission development, signaling a strategic shift in space exploration priorities.
Shenzhou-20 Capsule Returns After Historic Space Mission
Chinese astronauts complete Shenzhou-20’s return preparations, marking another milestone in China’s expanding space program as the capsule returns to Earth.
China Honors Shenzhou-20 Astronauts for Record-Breaking Space Mission
China awards medals to Shenzhou-20 astronauts after record 6-month space mission, highlighting technical achievements and emergency problem-solving in orbit.
Shenzhou-20 Completes Unmanned Return Mission Amid Technical Challenges
China’s Shenzhou-20 return capsule completes unmanned mission, landing in northwest amid prior technical concerns. A milestone for Beijing’s space ambitions.
China’s Shenzhou-20 Capsule Returns to Earth, Marking New Era in Space Exploration
China’s Shenzhou-20 capsule completes 3-month mission, advancing space station plans and international scientific collaboration in 2026.
Shenzhou-21 Crew Advances Space Science in Orbit
China’s Shenzhou-21 crew conducts advanced experiments on the space station, including robotics, medical studies, and microgravity research, while maintaining rigorous health protocols.
NASA Prepares Artemis 2 Moon Mission Launch in 2026
NASA’s Artemis 2 mission, set for February 2026, marks the first crewed lunar journey in over 50 years, featuring an international crew and advanced SLS rocket technology.
CERES-2 Commercial Rocket Fails Maiden Launch, Investigation Underway
China’s CERES-2 commercial rocket fails during maiden test flight from Jiuquan, marking a setback for private space sector development. Investigation ongoing.
Chinese Astronauts Hone Skills in Extreme Cave Training
28 Chinese astronauts undergo intense cave training in Chongqing to simulate space challenges, enhancing teamwork and resilience for future missions.
China’s FAST Telescope Unlocks Clues to Cosmic Radio Bursts Origin
Chinese astronomers using the FAST telescope uncover new evidence suggesting some fast radio bursts originate from binary star systems, advancing cosmic research.
Shenzhou-20 Astronauts Detail Historic 204-Day Mission
China’s Shenzhou-20 crew discusses their 204-day space mission and emergency response to space debris during their first post-mission press conference in January 2026.
China’s Antarctic Telescope Completes 2025 Night Observations, Data Reveals Cosmic Insights
China’s AST3-2 telescope in Antarctica completes 2025 night observations, gathering 3.5TB of data on asteroids, exoplanets, and black holes.
Historic Medical Evacuation from ISS as Crew Returns to Earth
Four ISS crew members return early in historic first medical evacuation from space station. NASA confirms stable condition of affected astronaut during unprecedented operational decision.