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What does it feel like to live and work in orbit?Experience a first-person perspective of life aboard the International Space Station. This guided tour, filmed by astronauts in low Earth orbit, offers a rare look at the station'…- Two critical spacewalks are coming to the International Space Station this JanuaryNASA is preparing for a high-stakes series of extravehicular activities to upgrade the orbital laboratory's power and navigation. From installing massive new solar arrays to repla…
Why NASA’s SpaceX Crew-11 is returning to Earth earlier than plannedAfter five months aboard the International Space Station, the SpaceX Crew-11 mission is preparing for an unscheduled undocking. This video covers the crew's departure, the final p…
What lies ahead for Europe's space ambitions after the 2025 Ministerial Council?Watch the replay of the press conference following the conclusion of the ESA Ministerial Council 2025. ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher and officials present the strategic ou…
The heavy-lift evolution: Europe’s Ariane 6 reaches a new class of powerEurope’s space ambitions just gained significant momentum. The latest Ariane 6 launch featured a massive configuration upgrade, utilizing four powerful boosters to carry a heavy s…
From helicopter pilot to the stars: the journey of Sophie AdenotDiscover the career of ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot. This video traces her trajectory from her beginnings in France to her recent deployment to the International Space Station for …
Europe is bringing satellite navigation closer to EarthOn 28 March, the ESA launched the Celeste mission, a pioneering project designed to test how low Earth orbit can transform our global positioning, navigation, and timing capabilit…- The ambitious plan to tow asteroids into lunar orbit was ultimately cancelledIn 2013, NASA proposed a mission that would have brought asteroids to us. The goal was to capture a boulder from a near-Earth asteroid and move it into lunar orbit for astronaut s…
Is NASA's lunar strategy shifting to bypass congressional hurdles?Explore the latest developments in NASA's Moon program, including potential changes to SLS performance and a surprising shift in how the agency negotiates with Congress to streaml…
NASA is attempting a high-stakes orbital dance to prepare for lunar landingsAfter the success of Artemis II, NASA is racing to launch Artemis III next year. This isn't a direct trip to the Moon, but a complex orbital test involving multiple spacecraft, co…
Beyond solar power: how nuclear fission could drive humanity to MarsFor decades, NASA has relied on the sun or radioactive decay to power deep space probes. But as we look toward Mars and the outer planets, solar energy becomes impractical. Now, a…
How NASA maintains a continuous link to the edge of our solar systemSince 1963, the Deep Space Network has acted as Earth's primary link to deep space. This presentation explores the 60-year legacy of this vital antenna array and the technological…
A cosmic bottle: NASA’s plan to carry millions of names to JupiterWhen the Europa Clipper launches this October, it carries more than just scientific instruments. Tucked away inside a radiation-shielded vault is a profound human artifact: a mess…
How Do Engineers 'Shake and Bake' Spacecraft for Space?Designing a spacecraft to survive the vacuum, extreme temperatures, and violent vibrations of space is no small feat. The Environmental Test Lab at JPL simulates these punishing c…
How NASA simulates the vacuum of space to test Europa ClipperBefore embarking on a 1.6 billion-mile journey, NASA’s largest planetary spacecraft must survive extreme conditions. This video shows how engineers use a massive thermal vacuum ch…- The logistics of moving a 7,000-pound spacecraft across the countryTransporting NASA's Europa Clipper from California to Florida required more than just a standard delivery. This video follows lead engineer Kobie Boykins as he details the complex…
How NASA simulates the violent forces of a rocket launchTo survive the trip to space, the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope must endure extreme centrifugal forces. Engineers at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center use a massive 120-foot …- Verifying the view from orbit through a massive California field campaignTo ensure NASA's new PACE satellite is reading Earth correctly, scientists recently launched an expansive mission across sea and sky. This video follows the PACE-PAX campaign as r…
Three decades of cosmic discovery: what lies beyond our visible horizon?NASA’s astrophysics observatories have spent thirty years reshaping our understanding of the cosmos. This video celebrates these monumental achievements, reflecting on groundbreak…
Reflections from orbit: a Thanksgiving message from the International Space StationAs the crew of Expedition 73 continues their long-duration mission, they share personal reflections on life and work within the microgravity laboratory, offering a unique perspect…- The 241-day journey of the Soyuz MS-28 crewAfter orbiting Earth 3,856 times and traveling over 102 million miles, a specialized crew is preparing to leave the International Space Station. This mission marks a significant m…
- How astronauts celebrate the holidays while orbiting Earth at 17,500 miles per hourHigh above our atmosphere, the crew of the International Space Station maintains earthly traditions. From floating gifts to specialized holiday feasts, discover how humans celebra…
Why NASA's Crew-11 returned to Earth one month ahead of scheduleFollowing a 167-day mission, the SpaceX Crew-1ability has splashed down in the Pacific. This press conference covers the mission's successful return, the scientific achievements o…- An 11-million-pound journey toward the lunar frontierAt just one mile per hour, NASA’s crawler-transporter 2 is preparing for a massive trek. The Artemis II rocket and Orion spacecraft are moving from the assembly building toward th…
- The crew preparing for NASA's first crewed Artemis flightMeet the astronauts set to embark on Artemis II, a pivotal mission designed to establish a long-term human presence on the Moon and lay the groundwork for future journeys to Mars.
- What happens after 167 days of orbiting Earth at 71 million miles?The Crew-11 mission has officially returned to Earth. After months of living aboard the International Space Station, a diverse group of astronauts and cosmonauts is now undergoing…
- Four astronauts prepare for a nine-month journey to the International Space StationAs the SpaceX Crew-12 mission nears its launch window, NASA and international partners are finalizing preparations. This upcoming rotation to the orbiting laboratory brings togeth…
- Four astronauts prepare for a pivotal journey to the International Space StationA multinational crew is preparing to depart Earth aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft. As the Crew-12 mission approaches its launch window, the focus shifts from ground preparations…
Preparing the orbit for new solar power: two upcoming NASA spacewalksNASA is preparing for a series of extravehicular activities to upgrade the International Space Station's power systems. As engineers and flight directors gather to preview these c…- The crew of Artemis II has arrived to prepare for lunar orbitFour astronauts have gathered at Florida's Kennedy Space Center, marking a pivotal moment for NASA. As they prepare for a historic test flight around the Moon, the mission carries…
- Inside the quarantine of the Artemis II crewBefore their historic journey around the Moon, the Artemis II astronauts are undergoing protective quarantine. This video features the crew answering questions from Kennedy Space …
- A brief silence in space: what happened during the Artemis II orbit adjustment?As the Artemis II crew began their 10-day journey around the Moon, a sudden loss of communication briefly disconnected the spacecraft from Earth. While the crew remained in contac…
- A mission in motion: tracking the Artemis II lunar journeyFollowing the successful April 1 launch, NASA leaders provide a critical status update on the Artemis II crewed flight test. This briefing covers the current activities of the Ori…
The Navy pilot leading humanity’s return to the MoonReid Wiseman is not just another astronaut. As commander of the Artemis II mission, this former F-14 pilot and NASA veteran is helming the first crewed voyage beyond Earth orbit s…
How a global network of ground stations maintains the vital link to deep spaceSince 1975, the European Space Agency has operated a sophisticated communication bridge. As the Estrack network approaches its 50th anniversary, we examine the infrastructure that…- Training for the Void: Life Inside a 145kg SpacesuitThe path to space involves more than just rocket launches. Astronaut Pablo Álvarez Fernández details rigorous training, including mastering life inside a massive 145kg spacesuit. …
- Can a prosthetic limb navigate the challenges of life in orbit?A recent feasibility study suggests that physical disability is no barrier to space exploration. As part of the European Space Agency’s FLY initiative, researcher and Paralympian …
- How surviving Antarctic winters prepares the next generation for deep spaceWhat do extreme polar survival and spacecraft robotics have in common? For ESA astronaut reserve members, the connection is vital. Discover how researchers like Carmen Possnig use…
The first Ariane 6 mission successfully deployed Europe's newest navigation satellitesOn 17 December 2025, a milestone mission launched from French Guiana, marking the debut of the Ariane 6 heavy-lift launcher. This flight carried two vital new components of the Ga…- ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot prepares for her inaugural journey to the International Space StationAfter years of rigorous preparation, including complex spacewalk simulations and emergency drills, ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot is ready for the εpsilon mission. She will join an i…
The complex choreography behind Europe’s most powerful rocket launchBuilding the heavy-lift version of Ariane 6 is a high-stakes assembly of precision engineering. From the arrival of the central core to the attachment of four massive boosters, ev…