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Space Race Heats Up: Big Launches, Bold Missions & Surprising Discoveries (July 30–31, 2025)

Government Space Agencies: Major Launches and Missions India and NASA Launch Climate-Tracking Satellite: In a landmark collaboration, India’s space agency ISRO and NASA launched the $1.5 billion NISAR Earth-observation satellite on July 30. A Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) rocket lifted off from Satish Dhawan Space Centre at 5:40 p.m. IST, carrying the first joint NASA-ISRO radar imaging…
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The Telescope Revolution of 2025–2026: From Backyard Stargazing to Giant Cosmic Eyes

Comparison of Latest and Upcoming Telescopes for 2025–2026 A new wave of telescopes is taking shape in 2025 and 2026, thrilling everyone from casual backyard stargazers to professional astronomers. In this period, consumer telescope technology has leapt forward – think AI-powered “smart” scopes that practically run themselves – while massive observatories on Earth and in…
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Cosmic Objects That Could Hit Earth: Real Threats and What Scientists Are Saying

Asteroid “Hit List”: The Space Rocks That Could (Theoretically) Collide with Earth Earth has been in the cosmic crosshairs before – from the dinosaur-killing 6-mile asteroid 66 million years ago to the 1908 Tunguska impact in Siberia. Today, astronomers vigilantly track near-Earth objects (NEOs) to make sure we know of any asteroid or comet with even…
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December 2025 Skywatch Alerts: Geminids Meteor Storm, Rare Planetary Sights & Auroras Galore

December 2025 is shaping up to be a celestial extravaganza. From one of the year’s most spectacular meteor showers under dark, moonless skies to unusual planetary alignments and the heightened chance of dazzling auroras, skywatchers around the world have plenty to look forward to. This public guide breaks down the month’s major astronomical events –…
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Don’t Miss November 2025’s Sky Spectacles – Meteor Fireballs, Supermoon & Auroras Galore

November 2025 is brimming with celestial events that will delight skywatchers. From fireball-spitting meteor showers and a record-breaking supermoon to bright planets on parade and even a visiting comet, the night sky offers plenty of reasons to look up. Below is your comprehensive guide – complete with expert insights and key dates – to all…
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All Eyes on the Skies: September 2025 Celestial Spectacles (Meteor Showers, Eclipses & More)

Overview – A Month of Cosmic Highlights September 2025 is set to delight skywatchers around the globe with a feast of celestial events. From a dramatic “Blood Moon” eclipse to a deep partial solar eclipse, from planetary showstoppers to mystical meteor showers, the night (and daytime) sky offers something for everyone. This month brings one of the best views of Saturn, an…
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August 2025 Skywatch Alerts: Meteor Showers, Planetary Parades & Celestial Surprises

August 2025 brings a mixed bag of celestial spectacles for skywatchers. The famous Perseid meteor shower will peak under less-than-ideal moonlight, but the cosmos offers plenty of consolation prizes. A rare six-planet alignment will grace the dawn sky starwalk.space, Venus and Jupiter stage a dazzling close encounter starwalk.space, and the Sun’s heightened activity could spark…
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You Won’t Believe What Launched in Space This Week

It’s been an extraordinarily busy 48 hours for spaceflight across the globe. From record-breaking rocket launches to landmark international collaborations (and even a bit of space diplomacy), the news has been coming in fast. Here’s your comprehensive roundup of all the must-know satellite and space developments from July 28–29, 2025. SpaceX’s Back-to-Back Starlink Launches Set…
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SpaceX Launch, Artemis Accords & a ‘5-Hour Year’ Planet: Space Roundup (July 23–24, 2025)

In the past 48 hours, the space sector has seen a flurry of activity – from a Falcon 9 roaring to orbit with science satellites to policymakers charting new courses for exploration. Major space agencies and private firms notched successes, announced plans, and even spotted extreme new worlds. Here’s your comprehensive roundup of the latest…
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Space News Explosion: Solar Sails, Interstellar Visitors, and the Race to Dominate the Final Frontier / Updated: 2025, July 12th, 00:00 CET

Solar Sails and Early Space Weather Warnings: A New Era in Space Safety Space weather—driven by solar storms and coronal mass ejections (CMEs)—poses a growing threat to our technology-dependent civilization. These solar events can disrupt satellite operations, power grids, and even endanger astronauts. In response, a new generation of solar sail-equipped satellites is poised to…
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