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NASA Chooses Astrolab to Supply Lunar Rover for Artemis Missions

The agency’s Artemis program is steadily moving toward its goal of landing the next astronauts on the lunar surface, and a key part of those missions will be a new lunar rover. NASA announced that it has selected Astrolab, a company specializing in space mobility systems, to develop and

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How Plate Tectonics May Have Set the Stage for Earth's Oxygen-Rich Air

Earth's atmosphere is uniquely rich in oxygen, and a new study suggests that plate tectonics played a crucial role in making that possible. The research indicates that the movement of Earth's surface plates helps transfer carbon and sulfur—elements that readily bind with oxygen—into the

China Launches Shenzhou 23, Beginning Historic Yearlong Mission

China has successfully launched the Shenzhou 23 spacecraft, marking the beginning of what is expected to be one of the longest human spaceflight missions in recent history. The mission carries a crew of three astronauts, with at least one crew member planned to remain aboard the Tiangong space station for

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SpaceX's Starlink Secures Contract with American Airlines for Over 500 Aircraft

American Airlines announced plans on Tuesday to install SpaceX's Starlink satellite internet service aboard more than 500 of its Airbus aircraft. The deal represents a notable expansion of Starlink's footprint in the commercial aviation sector and underscores the growing demand for high-speed inflight connectivity. The partnership

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Internet Connectivity Returns to Iran Following Near-Three-Month Blackout

Internet connectivity has begun returning to Iran after a near three-month blackout, according to web monitoring groups. The restoration marks a significant development for a country that had been largely isolated from the global internet since the shutdown began. The duration of the blackout—roughly 90 days—represents an extraordinary

Pope Leo XIV Raises Alarm Over AI's Potential to Displace Human Workers

Pope Leo XIV has publicly expressed concern about the impact of artificial intelligence on human work, echoing anxieties that have spread well beyond religious circles into financial markets. During recent remarks, the Pope highlighted the moral and societal implications of AI-driven automation, warning that the technology could fundamentally alter the

Defense Department Requests Nearly $30 Billion for AI Arsenal

The U.S. Department of Defense is reportedly seeking close to $30 billion to build out its artificial intelligence capabilities, according to reporting by FedScoop. The substantial budget request reflects the Pentagon's growing focus on AI as a strategic defense priority. The funding would support the development of