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Repeating Cosmic Radio Signals Traced to a Single Source

Researchers have identified the source of a long‑mysterious class of repeating radio signals that have baffled astronomers for years. The discovery, announced in a Wired article, suggests that the signals may serve as a “Rosetta stone” for decoding other cosmic radio phenomena, potentially opening new avenues for studying the

NASA to Investigate How Space Weather Affects Earth’s Atmosphere

NASA has announced plans to study the impact of space weather on Earth’s atmosphere. The agency will examine how solar storms, cosmic rays, and other extraterrestrial events alter atmospheric composition, temperature, and dynamics. The research aims to improve models of atmospheric behavior, support satellite navigation and communication systems, and

NASA’s Chandra X‑ray Observatory Detects Possible Supernova Remnant in the Milky Way

NASA’s Chandra X‑ray Observatory has identified a potential supernova remnant in the middle of the Milky Way galaxy. The discovery, announced on June 11 2026, comes from X‑ray imaging that shows the expanding remains of an exploded star in a region that is otherwise crowded with stellar

Infleqtion Announces America’s Quantum Space Initiative to Speed Up Quantum‑Enabled Space Infrastructure

Infleqtion, a company specializing in quantum technologies, has announced the launch of the America’s Quantum Space Initiative. The program seeks to fast‑track the development and deployment of quantum‑enabled infrastructure in space, including quantum communication, sensing, and computing systems. By fostering collaboration between industry, academia, and government, Infleqtion

Ancient Moon Impact May Bring Deep Mantle Rocks to Future Artemis Landing Sites

Scientists have modeled the impact that created the South Pole‑Aitken basin, the Moon’s largest and oldest crater. The simulation shows that a low‑angle strike from a large, iron‑cored impactor blasted material from deep within the Moon, including mantle rocks. This means that future Artemis missions could

Webb Telescope Reveals Ancient Origins of Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS

The James Webb Space Telescope has observed the third interstellar comet, 3I/ATLAS, and found that its chemical composition is unlike that of typical Solar System comets. The unexpected makeup raises questions about the conditions under which such objects form and how common these unusual environments might be. These findings

SpaceX Raises Capital with First Bond Sale Amid $100.8 B Cash Reserve

SpaceX (ticker: SPCX) has announced the launch of its first bond sale, a move that follows the company’s disclosure of a substantial $100.8 B cash reserve. The bond issuance is part of SpaceX’s broader strategy to secure long‑term financing for its growing fleet of launch vehicles