Space exploration9 hrs agoHow Cornwall is helping Nasa's deep space missionNasa is on track to launch its Artemis II mission in April which will be tracked by Goonhilly Earth Station, near Helston.9 hrs ago1 day agoWhen is Nasa's Moon mission launch and what will Artemis do?The first crewed Moon mission in 50 years could launch in April, ahead of a future lunar landing.1 day ago7 days agoSecond company plans Shetland rocket launch this yearA number of firms hope to use SaxaVord Spaceport in Unst as a launch site for commercial rockets.7 days ago12 Mar 2026Artemis II: Nasa targets early April for Moon missionNasa says technical problems that have delayed the rocket are fixed and it is ready for launch. 12 Mar 202612 Mar 2026Nasa spacecraft weighing 1,300lb re-enters Earth's atmosphereMuch of the Van Allen Probe was expected to burn up in the atmosphere, though Nasa said there was a "low" risk of people being struck by surviving components. 12 Mar 202610 Mar 2026University joins UK's £17bn space sectorThe Southampton Space Institute will use expertise and facilities for education and jobs creation.10 Mar 20267 Mar 2026Tim Peake leaves scouts starry-eyed at hut openingPeake was the first Briton to set foot on the International Space Station.7 Mar 202627 Feb 2026Nasa announces change to its Moon landing plansIt is adding an extra mission to its Artemis programme before landing astronauts on the Moon.27 Feb 202621 Feb 2026Manchester tool helps to stop satellite crashesThe tool links what a satellite needs to do, like capturing high‑resolution images, with collision risks.21 Feb 2026...
