NASA is shaking things up! They're now inviting other companies to compete for the Artemis 3 moon mission contract. This comes after SpaceX, the original contender, has faced delays. The goal is to ensure the U. S. beats China to the moon, a race that's heating up fast. The Artemis missions are a b
NASA is aiming to send astronauts back to the moon by 2027, but there are big questions about whether they can pull it off. The plan involves using SpaceX's massive Starship rocket, which is still in the early stages of development and has had several failed test flights. China is also working on a
NASA's big Moon rocket, the SLS, might not have a long future. The current U. S. administration wants to stop using it after just three trips, while some lawmakers want to extend it to five. But realistically, it's unlikely to fly more than that, and if it does, it won't happen before 2040. The SLS
NASA is making big strides with its Artemis 2 moon mission. The massive Space Launch System (SLS) rocket is taking shape inside the Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB) at Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Technicians recently added the rocket's second stage, known as the Interim Cryogenic Propulsion Stag
In Uganda, a big problem has popped up. A medicine that has been a go-to for treating malaria is starting to lose its effectiveness. This medicine is called Artemisinin. It has been a key player in fighting malaria for a long time. But now, it is not working as well as it used to. This is a serious
The Artemis III mission, NASA's ambitious plan to return to the moon, has seen some shifts in its public messaging. Initially, the space agency had big plans to make history by landing the first woman and the first person of color on the lunar surface. This was part of a broader push for diversity,
Imagine a small, box-shaped spacecraft, about 6. 6 feet tall, hurtling towards the moon. This is Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost lander, which is set to make its lunar landing attempt on the moon's near side. This mission is part of NASA's plan to get astronauts back to the moon this decade, but succ
Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX, has sparked a debate by suggesting that the International Space Station (ISS) should be retired much sooner than planned. He proposed that the ISS should be deorbited in just two years, rather than waiting until 2030. This idea has raised eyebrows and questions about th
It is tragic but true. Malaria, especially during pregnancy, can be extremely dangerous for both the mother and the unborn child. But finding drugs that are safe for pregnant women, especially during the first three months, has always been a challenge. Researchers have long been trying to
Get ready, Charleston! A unique experience is coming to Citadel Mall in West Ashley. The Charleston Planetarium Society is setting up an inflatable planetarium dome right next to Planet Fitness. This 50-seat theater will offer shows on astronomy, biology, and history, all aimed at inspiring folks, e
