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    • Last Total Lunar Eclipse until 2029, arrives tomorrow — Why you should not miss this night sky event?

      March 3 brings a rare crimson Moon as Earth’s shadow engulfs it completely. This total lunar eclipse would not return until 2029.

    • Total lunar eclipse 2026 tomorrow: How and Where to watch the blood moon live

      A rare Total Lunar Eclipse on 3 March 2026 will turn the Moon deep red. Discover exact timings, global visibility details, and how to watch it live worldwide.

    • Was “Titan” born from two ancient moon collision? — New SETI study reveals Saturn’s hidden past

      A new study on Saturn's largest moon, Titan was conducted by SETI Institute. Scientists believe Titan could be the result of a colossal moon merger billions of years ago, potentially explaining its thick atmosphere and Saturn’s mysterious rings.

    • Constellation Taurus shines bright in tonight’s sky — Here’s what makes the ‘Bull’ special

      Tonight, look up as the Moon meets the Pleiades in Taurus, a constellation packed with star clusters. Know about scientific significance of the constellation Taurus along with when and where this celestial event will take place.

    • NASA's Artemis II launch delayed again due to helium flow; the launch pushed to April 1

      NASA has delayed Artemis II once more after a helium system issue was detected in the Space Launch System rocket, pushing the crewed Moon mission towards April 2026.

    • Moon Glides Past the Pleiades: Here’s When, Where and How to watch this stunning sky event on 23 February!

      On 23 February, the Moon will appear close to the Pleiades star cluster in a beautiful evening sky conjunction. Visible between 6:00 and 7:00 PM EST, this celestial pairing offers skywatchers a rare chance to see Earth’s nearest neighbour.

    • Is the Moon "alive"? Scientists find signs of active tectonics beneath its surface

      New research suggests the Moon is still tectonically active, with small ridges and moonquakes revealing ongoing crustal movement. This is a key concern for future Artemis missions that will be launched by NASA.

    • 45-minute night sky event: Know When, Where and How to see the "Moon–Mercury pairing" on 18 February

      A stunning Moon–Mercury conjunction will light up the western sky on 18 February. The slim crescent Moon will appear close to Mercury just after sunset. Here’s when to look, where it will be visible and why this cosmic pairing is special.

    • ISRO director confirms Chandrayaan-4 will bring back samples from moon

      India’s Chandrayaan‑4 mission aims to bring Moon soil and rocks back to Earth. The ambitious mission could reveal the Moon’s ancient secrets and strengthen India’s space leadership.

    • Inside NASA’s Artemis II: A peek inside the spaceship taking astronauts to Moon

      NASA’s Artemis II is sending humans around the Moon for the first time in over 50 years. Have a peek inside Orion spacecraft. Meet Orion, the “Integrity” capsule and the rocket that could turn sand into glass.

    • NASA's Artemis II Mission launch confirmed for 6th February; Here's everything you need to know

      NASA has announced multiple launch windows for the Artemis II mission. The launch window is set for Feb 6-11, but the final date awaits NASA confirmation. This mission will have four astronauts who will monitor the Moon in 2026, marking humanity’s first crewed lunar voyage in over 50 years.

    • 2026 Lunar Rush: These private spacecrafts are set to make Moon Landings this year

      In 2026, private companies like Blue Origin, Firefly Aerospace and Astrobotic plan lunar landings. These missions will advance science, test technology and provide NASA with critical data for future Moon exploration and Artemis program planning.

    • Could the Moon be hiding billions of years of Earth’s air? Here is what study says

      New research reveals the Moon may have been silently collecting Earth’s atmosphere for billions of years. Scientists now believe lunar soil holds secrets of our planet’s ancient air and climate history.

    • Supermoons 2026: Dates, Peak Times and Where to Watch

      Three spectacular Supermoons will brighten skies in 2026, including the Wolf Moon, Beaver Moon and Cold Moon, with dates, EST timing and global visibility explained.

    • International Space Station turns 25: Life above Earth through astronauts’ eyes

      After 25 years in orbit, the International Space Station has become more than a lab, shaping culture, art and perspective while quietly preparing astronauts for humanity’s next journeys beyond Earth.

    • Can Earth touch the Moon? Scientists find Earth’s atmosphere depositing on lunar surface

      Scientists have discovered trace gases from Earth reaching the Moon, revealing unexpected interplanetary connections and offering potential resources for future lunar bases and space exploration missions.

    • NASA starts plume-surface tests for upcoming Moon missions

      NASA begins advanced plume-surface tests to understand dangerous lunar dust behaviour, supporting safer Artemis landings and future planetary missions through detailed high-fidelity simulations.

    • NASA's Cassini detects fresh organic molecules from Saturn's Moon

      Cassini detected fresh organic compounds in ice plumes from Enceladus’s subsurface ocean, strengthening the moon’s potential as a habitable environment beyond Earth.

    • Mysterious dark-rayed crater spotted on Jupiter's Moon, Ganymede's icy surface

      NASA’s Juno spacecraft captured a rare dark-rayed crater on Ganymede, offering fresh clues about the moon’s icy surface, impact history and future exploration prospects.

    • New findings challenge long-held theories on the Moon’s birth

      A new scientific study is rewriting one of the most recognized origin stories in astronomy: how the Moon was formed may not have been quite the way generations of researchers thought. Emerging evidence suggests that Earth and the impactor once thought to have created the Moon may have shared a far closer relationship than previously imagined.

    • Nations can avoid conflict on Moon with safety zones and treaties

      As nations eye permanent Moon bases, treaties and cooperation are vital. Temporary safety zones and diplomacy could prevent disputes over resources and strategic lunar locations.

    • Silent threat of constant micrometeoroid rain on the Moon-Here is what study says

      Scientists warn tiny meteoroids constantly bombard the Moon, threatening future bases. Shielding and careful site selection are crucial for safe lunar habitation.

    • European Space Agency tests “air-food” for future Moon and Mars missions

      The European Space Agency is testing microbes that turn air into protein, creating sustainable astronaut food for space missions and Earth alike.

    • Stargazers alert: Do not miss the pairing of Jupiter and Moon on 9th November

      On November 9, Jupiter will appear near the Moon in the night sky, offering stargazers a stunning view and chance to observe Jupiter’s moons.

    • Saturn’s moon Titan hosts bizarre chemistry where oil and water mix-Here is what study says

      A new study reveals that Saturn’s moon Titan hosts bizarre chemistry where water-like and oil-like molecules can mix, hinting at alien chemical processes.

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