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UAE’s Rashid 2 rover to explore the Moon’s far side in 2026

Arnold Pinto 02/08/2025

As part of global lunar push The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is poised to send its second lunar rover to the far side of the Moon in 2026, under a new agreement with United States-based aerospace company Firefly Aerospace. The mission will see the Rashid 2 rover delivered aboard the Blue Ghost

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Space debris around Earth is a growing threat that needs urgent redressal

Arnold Pinto 05/04/2025

According to ESA’s 2025 report Our planet’s atmosphere and orbit are becoming increasingly congested as spacecraft play an essential role in studying climate change, facilitating global communication, providing navigation services, and advancing scientific discovery. However, the rapid accumulation of space debris poses a significant and growing threat to the

Space

Successful launch for Ariane 6 on maiden commercial mission

Arnold Pinto 11/03/2025

The heavy-lift rocket is essential to ESA Europe’s latest space exploration milestone was reached on March 6, 2025, when Ariane 6, Europe’s newest heavy-launch vehicle, launched for the second time. In its first commercial mission, the rocket lifted from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana at 13:24 local time (16:24 GMT / 17:24 CET), marking a […]

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JUICE space probe to fly past Moon and Earth

Arnold Pinto 18/08/2024

Historic flybys on August 19-20, 2024 The European Space Agency’s (ESA) JUICE (JUpiter ICy Moons Explorer) space probe will undertake its first-ever double flyby of the Moon and Earth on August 19 and 20, 2024. This mission marks a world premiere as JUICE utilises the gravitational forces of these two celestial bodies to adjust its […]

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Major space mission launches to watch for in 2025 and beyond

Arnold Pinto 28/07/2024

Involving NASA, ESA and private players 2025 is poised to be a pivotal moment in humanity’s quest to explore beyond Earth’s confines, with an array of ambitious missions and groundbreaking projects set to unfold. Space agencies and private companies worldwide are preparing for high-profile launches that could redefine our understanding of the cosmos. These upcoming

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Ariane 6 set for inaugural July 9 launch

Arnold Pinto 09/07/2024

European space independence nears reality In a landmark event for European space exploration, the eagerly anticipated Ariane 6 rocket is poised to make its inaugural flight on July 9, 2024, from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana. The four-hour launch window opens at 2pm ET. The launch marks a pivotal moment for Europe. It promises enhanced […]

Tech

EU Unveils First Phase Of Digital Twin Of Earth Initiative

Arnold Pinto 17/06/2024

To Revolutionise Environmental Monitoring The European Union (EU) has unveiled the first phase of the Destination Earth (DestinE) system, an AI-powered digital twin of the Earth. This groundbreaking initiative is set to inspire hope, empowering users to develop precise adaptation strategies and effective mitigation measures in the face of unprecedented climate change.