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Ars Technica

NASA Awards Contract for Satellite Rescue Mission

NASA has initiated a satellite rescue mission for the Swift astronomy satellite, which is in danger of re-entering Earth's atmosphere. Katalyst Space Technologies has been awarded a $30 million contract to develop a satellite that will capture Swift and restore its orbit, enabling it to continue its scientific work.

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Ars Technica

NASA halts work on lunar HALO module with Northrop Grumman

NASA has instructed Northrop Grumman to stop work on the HALO module, part of the Lunar Gateway project, as the agency shifts its focus to a Moon base. The HALO module was intended to serve as a habitat for astronauts, with contracts worth $1.1 billion previously awarded to Northrop Grumman for its development.

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Ars Technica

Isar Aerospace Delays Spectrum Rocket Launch Due to Technical Issues

Isar Aerospace has delayed the test flight of its Spectrum rocket after identifying technical issues with the vehicle's fluid systems. This is the fourth postponement in five months for the company, which is headquartered near Munich, Germany.

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Ars Technica

Chinese Rocket Upper Stage Breaks Apart in Low-Earth Orbit

A Chinese rocket's upper stage broke apart on June 9, releasing debris in low-Earth orbit. The US Space Force confirmed the breakup and stated that there are no threats to human spaceflight, with ongoing analysis of the situation.

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tech.yahoo.com

Experts Weigh In on SpaceX's Starship and Future Ambitions

SpaceX is developing its Starship rocket as part of its ambitious plans for Mars colonization and orbital AI data centers. Experts express skepticism about the feasibility of these goals, citing technological and economic challenges. Despite these concerns, SpaceX has secured significant funding from its IPO to support its projects.

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Ars Technica

NASA's Deep Space Network Functioned Effectively During Artemis II Mission

NASA's Deep Space Network successfully supported the Artemis II mission, which launched on April 1 with a crew of four. The mission lasted just over nine days, reducing the communication demands compared to the previous Artemis I mission, which had caused delays for other scientific missions due to its higher data requirements.

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Ars Technica

NASA announces crew for Artemis III mission and timeline

NASA revealed the crew for the Artemis III mission on June 9, 2026. The mission will see the Orion spacecraft dock with lunar lander prototypes in low-Earth orbit, featuring an all-male crew with military experience.

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New York Post

NASA announces crew for Artemis III mission

NASA has revealed the crew for the Artemis III mission, a key step in its lunar exploration plans. This follows the successful Artemis II mission, which broke the distance record previously held by Apollo 13.

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Al Jazeera English

NASA selects astronauts for Artemis III mission set for 2027

NASA has revealed the astronauts chosen for the Artemis III mission, planned for 2027. This announcement follows concerns about the potential effects of the Blue Origin New Glenn rocket explosion on the mission.

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Washington Examiner

NASA Reveals Crew for Artemis III Mission

NASA has announced the crew for the Artemis III mission, set to launch in 2027 as part of its Artemis program aimed at returning astronauts to the moon. The crew includes Cmdr. Andre Douglas, Col. Frank Rubio, and Col. Luca Parmitano, led by mission commander Randy Bresnik. The mission will test key systems and operations necessary for future lunar landings.

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The Hill

NASA announces crew for Artemis III mission

NASA has revealed the astronauts selected for the Artemis III mission, which will focus on testing equipment intended for upcoming moon missions in Earth's orbit. This mission is part of NASA's broader efforts in lunar exploration.

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The Hill

NASA announces crew for Artemis III mission

NASA has revealed the crew for the Artemis III mission, which will focus on testing equipment for moon missions in Earth's orbit. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to prepare for future lunar exploration.

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Washington Examiner

NASA to Announce Artemis III Crew on Tuesday

NASA is set to announce the crew for the Artemis III mission on Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. at Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas. The mission, planned for 2027, will focus on demonstrating docking capabilities between the Orion spacecraft and commercial moon landers.

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Ars Technica

Falcon 9 Booster B 1067 Completes 35th Mission

The Falcon 9 booster B 1067 has completed its 35th mission, launching 29 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit. This milestone follows over five years of service, primarily focused on Starlink missions.

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dailymail.com

Scientists Develop Protocols for Responding to Potential Alien Contact

Scientists have issued a detailed plan for responding to potential messages from alien civilizations. The protocols focus on verification, public communication, and the management of misinformation, emphasizing the need for international collaboration before any response is made to extraterrestrial signals.

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Daily Wire

ISS Astronauts Take Shelter in SpaceX Capsule Due to Air Leak

On June 5, 2026, astronauts on the International Space Station were ordered to shelter in a SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft due to a worsening air leak in the Russian section. The leak rate had increased, prompting NASA to take precautionary measures while Russian cosmonauts worked on repairs. After two hours, the crew was instructed to return to normal operations.

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