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NASA’s Webb Examines Cranium Nebulahttps://science.nasa.gov/missions/webb/nasas-webb-examines-cranium-nebula/Two heads are better than one in the latest images from NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, which reveal new detail in a mysterious, little-studied nebula surrounding a dying star. Nebula PMR 1 is a cloud of gas and dust that bears an uncanny resemblance to a brain in a transparent skull, inspiring its nickname, the […]Feb 25, 2026 3:00 PM
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Ganymede aurora study links moon and Earth space weatherhttps://www.spacedaily.com/reports/Ganymede_aurora_study_links_moon_and_Earth_space_weather_999.htmlLondon (SDX) Feb 25, 2026 New observations of Jupiter's largest moon, Ganymede, reveal that its auroras share detailed structural similarities with auroras on Earth, suggesting that the physical processes that generate these lights may be universal across different types of celestial bodies. A team from the Laboratory of Atmospheric and Planetary Physics (LPAP) at the University of Liege has used NASA's Juno spacecFeb 25, 2026 10:14 AM
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Avio to Build $500 Million Facility in Hurt, Virginiahttps://europeanspaceflight.com/avio-to-build-500-million-facility-in-hurt-virginia/Italian rocket builder Avio has announced that it will build its new US-based solid rocket motor manufacturing facility in Hurt, Virginia. Subject to approval by the Virginia General Assembly, the company will be eligible for a $100 million “special appropriation” to supplement the $500 million it plans to invest in the construction and operation of […] The post Avio to Build $500 Million Facility in Hurt, Virginia appeared first on European Spaceflight.Feb 24, 2026 6:23 PM
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Webb maps Uranus upper atmosphere in 3Dhttps://www.spacedaily.com/reports/Webb_maps_Uranus_upper_atmosphere_in_3D_999.htmlLondon (SDX) Feb 23, 2026 A Northumbria University PhD student has led an international collaboration to construct the first three-dimensional view of Uranus upper atmosphere, showing how the planet's unusual magnetic field sculpts bright auroras thousands of kilometers above its clouds. Using the James Webb Space Telescope, operated by NASA with ESA and CSA, lead author Paola Tiranti and colleagues observed UranusFeb 24, 2026 8:42 AM
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Haitless: Quit Addictionhttps://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=47128248Break bad habits and track your recovery.Break the cycle. Reclaim your freedom. Habitless is the science-backed tracker built specifically for the discipline of quitting. Whether it’s smoking, alcohol, vaping, or social media, Habitless provides the visual proof and psychological tools you need to stop addictions for good and stay sober. WHY HABITLESS? Most apps track new routines. Habitless tracks your freedom. By combining high-precision streak counting with real-time financial savings, we turn your recovery into a rewarding journey you can actually see.KEY FEATURES • Precision Streak Counter: Track your sobriety down to the second. See exactly how long you’ve been habit-free with our emerald-on-black interface. • Financial Savings Tracker: See the real-world impact. Input your daily spend on cigarettes or drinks and watch your total savings grow in real-time. • Milestone Journey & Badges: Unlock 20+ psychological badges as you progress from "24 Hours Clean" to "Long-term Freedom." •Feb 23, 2026 8:23 PM
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NASA’s Artemis 2 rocket hit by new problem expected to bump moonshot into early Aprilhttps://spaceflightnow.com/2026/02/21/nasas-artemis-2-rocket-hit-by-new-problem-expected-to-bump-moonshot-into-early-april/Engineers ran into problems repressurizing the Artemis 2 moon rocket’s upper stage helium tanks overnight Friday, a problem that will require rolling the huge rocket off the launch pad and back to its processing hangar for troubleshooting. The work will push the already delayed mission from March to at least early April, officials said Saturday.Feb 21, 2026 6:26 PM
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The UK Amends Launch Liability Rules as RFA Prepares for Inaugural Flighthttps://europeanspaceflight.com/the-uk-amends-launch-liability-rules-as-rfa-prepares-for-inaugural-flight/An amendment to the United Kingdom’s Space Industry Act will mandate that limits are set on how much launch operators are financially liable for if something goes wrong. The government has framed the change as a necessary step to strengthen the country’s position as a competitive launch location. The concept of states being liable for […] The post The UK Amends Launch Liability Rules as RFA Prepares for Inaugural Flight appeared first on European Spaceflight.Feb 20, 2026 3:01 PM
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Smile sets sail for Europe’s Spaceport in French Guianahttps://www.esa.int/Science_Exploration/Space_Science/Smile/Smile_sets_sail_for_Europe_s_Spaceport_in_French_GuianaJust over a year since Smile arrived in the Netherlands in two parts, the now-complete and thoroughly-tested spacecraft has left for good. With a launch window set for 8 April – 7 May on a Vega-C rocket, the joint European-Chinese mission is almost ready to embark upon its unique space mission.Feb 20, 2026 9:05 AM
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Pale Blue opens Tsukuba site to scale satellite propulsion productionhttps://www.spacedaily.com/reports/Pale_Blue_opens_Tsukuba_site_to_scale_satellite_propulsion_production_999.htmlTokyo, Japan (SPX) Feb 18, 2026 Pale Blue has begun operating its new Tsukuba Production Engineering Base to support mass production of satellite propulsion systems and shorten delivery lead times. The Tsukuba Production Engineering Base in Tsukuba, Ibaraki Prefecture, centralizes the full product lifecycle from technical development for mass production through manufacturing, final inspection, and global shipping. By briFeb 19, 2026 12:07 PM
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Slow mantle flow built Antarctica gravity low over tens of millions of yearshttps://www.spacedaily.com/reports/Slow_mantle_flow_built_Antarctica_gravity_low_over_tens_of_millions_of_years_999.htmlLos Angeles CA (SPX) Feb 18, 2026 Gravity feels stable in everyday life, but its strength varies across the surface of the planet, and it is weakest beneath Antarctica after accounting for Earth rotation. These subtle variations arise from differences in rock density deep inside the planet, and around Antarctica they create a pronounced gravity low that also affects regional sea level by allowing the nearby ocean surface to sitFeb 19, 2026 12:07 PM
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NASA to Provide Coverage of Artemis II Wet Dress Rehearsalhttps://www.nasa.gov/news-release/nasa-to-provide-coverage-of-artemis-ii-wet-dress-rehearsal/As NASA continues preparations for the Artemis II test flight, the agency will provide coverage Thursday, Feb. 19, of its next wet dress rehearsal, a fueling test of the SLS (Space Launch System) rocket, and hold a news conference on Friday, Feb. 20. Teams are counting down to the opening of a simulated launch window at 8:30 p.m. EST on Feb. […]Feb 18, 2026 6:07 PM
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Mars Global Localization Pinpoints Perseverance’s Locationhttps://science.nasa.gov/photojournal/mars-global-localization-pinpoints-perseverances-location/Description These images were part of the first successful use of a new technology called Mars Global Localization, developed at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Using its navigation cameras, NASA’s Perseverance captured a 360-degree view of the surrounding terrain that was matched to orbital imagery, enabling the rover to pinpoint its location on Mars on Feb. 2, […]Feb 18, 2026 5:21 PM
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Why GPS III, and what comes after it, still falls short in modern warhttps://spacenews.com/why-gps-iii-and-what-comes-after-it-still-falls-short-in-modern-war/With the final GPS III satellite scheduled to launch in March, the United States is completing the most significant upgrade to its positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) infrastructure in more than a decade. GPS III delivers improved accuracy, stronger signals and enhanced anti-jam capabilities for military users. By any technical measure, it is a better […] The post Why GPS III, and what comes after it, still falls short in modern war appeared first on SpaceNews.Feb 18, 2026 2:00 PM
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Beyond 75: The Five Most Iconic Topps Cards Not to Make the Listhttp://www.bing.com/news/apiclick.aspx?ref=FexRss&aid=&tid=6a88d17e66214f3ea26ce25f7f707a74&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.si.com%2Fcollectibles%2Fbeyond-75-the-five-most-iconic-topps-cards-not-to-make-the-list&c=14291171381266197594&mkt=en-usAs part of the run-up to its 2026 Series 1 release, Topps released its list of the 75 most iconic Topps cards of all time. The list, selected by experts ranging from executives to historians to ...Feb 18, 2026 6:43 AM
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NASA Advances High-Altitude Traffic Managementhttps://www.nasa.gov/centers-and-facilities/ames/nasa-advances-high-altitude-traffic-management/High-altitude flight is getting increasing attention from sectors ranging from telecommunications to emergency response. To make that airspace more accessible, NASA is developing an air traffic management system covering those altitudes and supplementing its work with real-time data from a research balloon in Earth’s stratosphere. Aircraft at high altitudes – 50,000 feet or higher, or roughly 10,000 to 20,000 feet above most commercial traffic – offer new […]Feb 17, 2026 4:36 PM
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Earth Observation Data Provider SatVu Closes £30 Million Funding Roundhttps://europeanspaceflight.com/earth-observation-data-provider-satvu-closes-30-million-funding-round/London-headquartered thermal infrared Earth observation data provider SatVu announced that it has closed a £30 million (approximately €34.3 million) funding round as it prepares to deploy a pair of satellites into orbit. The company launched its first satellite, HotSat-1, aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 in June 2023. The satellite provided high-resolution thermal infrared imagery with […] The post Earth Observation Data Provider SatVu Closes £30 Million Funding Round appeared first on European Spaceflight.Feb 17, 2026 2:24 PM
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Crew-12 Lifts Off on Eight-Month ISS Missionhttps://spacepolicyonline.com/news/crew-12-lifts-off-on-eight-month-iss-mission/Crew-12 headed to the International Space Station this morning aboard their SpaceX Crew Dragon Freedom. When they arrive tomorrow, the ISS will be restored to its normal crew complement of […]Feb 13, 2026 12:18 PM
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NASA Moon Mission Spacesuit Nears Milestonehttps://www.nasa.gov/humans-in-space/nasa-moon-mission-spacesuit-nears-milestone/The next-generation spacesuit for NASA’s Artemis III mission continues to advance by passing a contractor-led technical review, as the agency prepares to send humans to the Moon’s South Pole for the first time. Testing is also underway for the new suits, built by Axiom Space, with NASA astronauts and spacesuit engineers recently simulating surface operations and tasks […]Feb 12, 2026 6:11 PM
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Eutelsat to Take Out Almost €1B in State-Backed Debt for New Satelliteshttps://europeanspaceflight.com/eutelsat-to-take-out-almost-e1b-in-state-backed-debt-for-new-satellites/European satellite communications operator Eutelsat is set to receive almost €1 billion in French government-backed financing to expand its OneWeb broadband constellation. In a June 2025 Investor Presentation, Eutelsat stated that it had already ordered 100 satellites from Airbus Defence and Space in December 2024 to ensure continuity of its current OneWeb service. The presentation […] The post Eutelsat to Take Out Almost €1B in State-Backed Debt for New Satellites appeared first on European Spaceflight.Feb 12, 2026 12:52 PM
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Anthropic unveils new AI model as OpenAI rivalry heats uphttps://www.spacedaily.com/reports/Anthropic_unveils_new_AI_model_as_OpenAI_rivalry_heats_up_999.htmlSan Francisco, United States (AFP) Feb 5, 2026 Anthropic on Thursday released its latest high-performing artificial intelligence model, escalating its challenge to OpenAI in the intensifying AI race. Founded by former OpenAI staffers in 2021, Anthropic has gained significant momentum in recent months with a series of product releases that have impressed Silicon Valley - and rattled Wall Street. Releases including an AI automation toFeb 11, 2026 11:57 AM
