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Space News TodayBlack Hole Stars Confirmed, Universe Collapse Timeline & Falcon Heavy ReturnsSponsor Link:
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Episode Summary Astronomy Daily is back for Season 5, Episode 93 — and space has not been idle during our brief break. In today's packed episode, Anna and Avery cover six major stories: the strongest-ever evidence that JWST's mysterious 'little red dots' are in fact black hole stars, courtesy of a new Chandra X-ray discovery; the double milestone at...
2026-05-0118 min
Space News TodayInterstellar Comet 3I ATLAS: Unveiling Its Alien Origins, NASA’s Roman Telescope Launch, and...SpaceTime Series 29 Episode 52 *Interstellar comet 3i/ATLAS is far more alien than we thought A new study has found that the interstellar comet 3i Atlas must have originated in a much colder star system with lower levels of radiation than our own solar system. *NASA now looking at September to launch its new Roman Space Telescope NASA are now targeting September as the likely launch date for their new Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. *The European Space Agency’s new Australian dish The European Space Agency has commissioned its second Australian deep space communications dish at its New Norcia co...
2026-05-0120 min
Space News TodayMars’ Organic Molecules, Cosmic Buckyballs Unveiled, and Voyager 1’s Power DilemmaSpaceTime Series 29 Episode 51 *Discovery of organic molecules never before seen on Mars New data has confirmed that NASA’s Mars Curiosity Rover has identified seven organic molecules on the red planet that have never been detected there before. *A spectacular new understanding of cosmic buckyballs Fifteen years after astronomers first discovered buckyballs in space, new observations have now shown how they’re distributed in a shell around the corpse of a dying star. *NASA shuts down another instrument on Voyager 1 to keep it operating NASA has been forced to shut down an instrument aboard the Voyager 1 spacecraft in order to c...
2026-04-2925 min
Space News TodayDNA’s Cosmic Origins, Martian Metal Hotspots, and Mapping the Milky Way’s EdgeSpaceTime Series 29 Episode 50 *Key ingredients of DNA discovered in the asteroid Ryugu A new study has confirmed that all five fundamental molecules needed to make up the DNA and RNA which underpins life as we know it, have been discovered in samples collected from the asteroid Ryugu. *Discovery of a metal‑rich hot spot tied to ancient Martian lake NASA’s Mars Curiosity rover has discovered the highest concentrations of iron, manganese and zinc ever found in the one place on the red planet. *The edge of the Milky Way revealed Astronomers have for the first time, identified where the...
2026-04-2823 min
Space News TodayUnraveling 3I ATLAS: Comet Chemistry, Psyche’s Craters, and the Space Junk DilemmaSpaceTime Series 29 Episode 49 *Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS is changing A new study has discovered that the interstellar comet 3I Atlas appears to be undergoing a change in the composition of the volatile gasses its emitting. *Large craters offering new clues to the origin of the strange asteroid Psyche Scientists believe large impact craters on the surface of the mysterious metallic asteroid 16 Psyche may provide clues about its formation. *Fighting the growing threat of space junk Debris from space craft is becoming a growing problem in orbit. Now days considerable time and effort is undertaken to track the millions of...
2026-04-2423 min
Space News TodayInterstellar Comet From a Frozen Ancient World + Black Hole Mystery SOLVEDSponsor Link:
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Episode Summary In this episode of Astronomy Daily, Anna and Avery explore six major stories from the world of space and astronomy. Leading the show is a landmark result from the ALMA telescope: the first-ever measurement of semi-heavy water inside an interstellar object. The interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS contains up to 40 times more deuterium-rich water than Earth's oceans, revealing it formed in an ultracold environment very unlike our own solar system. The hosts then unpack...
2026-04-2419 min
Space News TodayRoman Telescope Gets September Launch Date, Hidden Moons Around Uranus & Comet Alert for...Sponsor Link:
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Welcome to Astronomy Daily, Season 5 Episode 91 — Thursday 23 April 2026. Hosted by Anna and Avery for the Bitesz.com Podcast Network. Today: NASA's Roman Space Telescope locks in a September 2026 launch date eight months ahead of schedule; new research reveals Uranus's rings are hiding secrets — and possibly hidden moons; Hubble returns to the Trifid Nebula nearly 30 years on; Jordan becomes the 63rd nation to sign the Artemis Accords; the Artemis III rocket core stage ships to Kennedy Spac...
2026-04-2318 min
Space News TodayVoyager 1 Dying? NASA Powers Down Science Instrument + Life Clues on Mars & Artemis Suit CrisisSponsor Link
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Astronomy Daily — S05E90 | Wednesday, April 22, 2026 In today's episode, Anna and Avery cover six stories spanning the fading power of humanity's most distant probe, fresh evidence for ancient life on Mars, a landmark black hole measurement, a SpaceX reusability milestone, a sobering assessment of the Artemis spacesuit programme, and tonight's moon and Jupiter conjunction. Story 1 — Voyager 1 Powers Down the LECP Instrument • NASA's JPL shut down Voyager 1's Low-energy Charged Particles experiment (LECP...
2026-04-2219 min
Space News TodayYoung Stars Dim Quicker, Surprising Solar Winds, and Dream Chaser’s MilestoneSponsor Link:
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SpaceTime Series 29 Episode 48 *Finding that young Sun like stars dim quickly is good news for life A new study has discovered that young Sun like stars settle down and start to dim more quickly than previously thought, potentially benefiting orbiting planets and the prospects of life. *A surprisingly speedy solar wind found in inner corona A new study has found...
2026-04-2225 min
Space News TodayNASA Unveils Its Next Great Telescope - Plus Mars Ocean Proof & FAA Grounds New GlennSponsor Link:
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In today's episode of Astronomy Daily, Anna and Avery cover six major stories from the frontiers of space and science. NASA has unveiled the fully assembled Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope — one of the most powerful observatories ever built — with...
2026-04-2116 min
Space News TodayBlue Origin Reuses New Glenn But Loses Satellite + Artemis 2 Heat Shield NewsIn today's episode, Anna and Avery cover six major stories from the past 24 hours. Blue Origin made history by reusing its New Glenn rocket for the first time -- but the upper stage deployed the BlueBird 7 satellite into the wrong orbit, forcing a deorbit. SpaceX delivered a clean GPS III SV10 launch for the US Space Force. Post-mission inspection of the Artemis 2 Orion capsule's heat shield provides initial good news after months of pre-flight controversy. A new MIT/WHOI planetary wave model reveals Titan's hydrocarbon seas could host 10-foot slow-motion waves from gentle breezes. The Lyrid meteor shower peaks...
2026-04-2015 min
Space News TodayCosmic Fossils: Black Holes Before the Big Bang and Ancient Martian OceansSpaceTime Series 29 Episode 47 *Are black holes from before the Big Bang shaping the Universe A new study suggests that ancient black holes from before the big bang may be shaping the universe. The idea is that the cosmos goes through eternal never ending cycles of expanding out from a big bang and then eventually collapsing in a big crunch which triggers another big band and so on. *The bathtub ring hinting at an ancient Martian ocean Scientists have identified geological features on Mars that appear to point to a vast sea shore or coast line stretching around the red...
2026-04-2027 min
Space News TodayUnveiling 11,000 New Asteroids and Earth’s Local OriginsSpaceTime Series 29 Episode 46 *Discovery of over eleven thousand new asteroids Preliminary data from the Vera C. Rubin Observatory has led to the discovery of over 11,000 new asteroids. *Confirmation that the Earth was made locally A new study has shown that planet Earth was formed from materials located in the inner solar system rather than stuff from beyond Jupiter. *Virgin Galactic’s new spaceship to be flying before the end of the year Space tourism company Virgin Galactic says work on the first of its new Delta class spacecraft will be completed within a few weeks. and construction of the se...
2026-04-1723 min
Space News TodayArtemis II: A Historic Journey to the Moon and BackSpaceTime Series 29 Episode 44
*NASA’s Artemis II returns to Earth after its historic mission to the Moon NASA’s Artemis II mission has returned safely to Earth following its historic journey around the Moon. The four person crew splashed down in the North Pacific Ocean off the San Diego coast ending the ten day record setting flight which saw them travel further from mother Earth than humans have ever ventured before. *Astronomers have discovered the most primitive star ever seen Astronomers have identified one of the earliest stars ever seen; and the nearest candidate yet found to t...
2026-04-1338 min
Space News TodayApril Skies: Celestial Wonders and Planetary Alignments AwaitSpaceTime Series 29 Episode 43 *Climate change is slowing Earth's spin at an unprecedented rate A new study has found that climate change is slowing the Earth rotation at an unprecedented rate compared to past 3.6 million years *Magnetic waves discovered deep inside the Sun Scientists have detected large scale magnetic waves moving deep inside the Sun. The discovery reported in the journal Nature Astronomy could help scientists predict solar activity. *Mystery medical evacuation from space station finally explained That mystery medical evacuation from the International Space Station earlier this year has finally been explained. *April SkyWatch The splendours of the Southern...
2026-04-1032 min
Space News TodayArtemis IV: Targeting the Moon’s South Pole for Human ExplorationSpaceTime Series 29 Episode 42 *NASA looking at nine possible landing sites for man’s return to the Moon NASA have narrowed down their list of possible landing sites for their return of humans to the lunar surface. The Artemis IV mission will target one of nine possible landing sites around the lunar south pole. *Saturn's weird magnetic shield A new study has found that Saturn’s magnetosphere – the magnetic bubble surrounding the ringed world – is lopsided. *Concerns grow as a Starlink satellite explodes in orbit SpaceX are still trying to determine what caused the sudden break up of a Starlink broad ba...
2026-04-0819 min
Space News TodayArtemis II Heads to the Moon + Comet Death or Glory + Dark Matter MysteryAstronomy Daily Season 5, Episode 80 — Friday, April 3, 2026 It's Day 2 of the Artemis II mission and the crew is on their way to the Moon after a perfect translunar injection burn. We've also got a comet about to face perihelion, a dark matter mystery deepening, stunning new JWST images, and the escalating fight over the future of our night skies. In today's episode: 🚀 ARTEMIS II — TRANSLUNAR INJECTION BURN: The Orion spacecraft successfully completed its TLI burn on April 2, sending four astronauts toward the Moon for the first time since Apollo 17 in 1972. Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen delivered one of the quotes of the yea...
2026-04-0314 min
Space News TodayReconnecting with Proba 3: Europe’s Solar Mission ResumesSpaceTime Series 29 Episode 40 *Using archaeology to study the history of galaxies like the Milky Way Astronomers have for the first time used what they’re calling galactic archaeology to trace the history of a galaxy beyond our own galaxy the Milky Way. *Europe reconnects with its lost Proba-3 spacecraft The European Space Agency has finally re-established contact with one of the spacecraft in its Proba 3 mission. *Using blue-green algae to grow food on Mars Scientists have used a cyanobacteria-based fertilizer could grow food in a simulated Mars environment. *The Science Report A new study warns that abstinence could affect sp...
2026-04-0322 min
Space News TodayIgnition Phase: NASA’s Revolutionary Plans for Lunar HabitationSpaceTime Series 29 Episode 39 *Gateway space station axed in favour of a base on the Moon – Part 2 In the second part of our special report on the pausing of construction on the Lunar Gateway space station project, we’ll detail the plans to build a permanent base at the Moon’s south pole. The seven year 20 billion dollar project will see more than thirty spacecraft sent to the Moon to deploy rovers, equipment, habitat modules and of course people. *Extending the life of the International Space Station As part of NASA’s new Ignition program the International space Station will have its...
2026-04-0133 min
Space News TodayNASA’s Moon Base Ignition: A New Era in Lunar ExplorationSpaceTime Series 29 Episode 38 *Gateway space station axed in favour of a base on the Moon – Part 1 In this special report, we’ll look at NASA’s decision to pause construction of the Lunar Gateway space station project in favour of accelerating plans to build a permanent base at the Moon’s south pole. Forget everything you’ve heard until now! NASA is shifting focus totally on a new endeavour named Ignition which is designed to achieve US President Donald Trump’s National Space Policy with the aim of establishing a permanent human presence on the Moon. The seven year 20 billion doll...
2026-03-3033 min
Space News TodayArtemis II Crew Lands in Florida — Launch Countdown Is OnWelcome to Astronomy Daily, Season 5, Episode 74 — your daily briefing on the most exciting developments in space and astronomy, hosted by Anna and Avery. IN TODAY'S EPISODE • Artemis II crew arrives at Kennedy Space Center — launch just 5 days away • Webb and Hubble combine for the most detailed Saturn portrait ever captured • New research reveals Jupiter's lightning may be up to a million times more powerful than Earth's • Japan's XRISM telescope solves a 50-year X-ray mystery surrounding naked-eye star Gamma Cassiopeiae • Cornell astronomers publish a shortlist of 45 exoplanets most likely to host alien life • The Isar Aerospace Spectrum scrub mystery is solved — it was...
2026-03-2716 min
Space News TodayFrom Cosmic Collisions to Astronaut SafetySponsor Link:
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SpaceTime Series 29 Episode 37 *Solving one of the mysteries of the Small Magellanic Cloud Astronomers may have finally solved one of the many mysteries of the Small Magellanic Cloud – a satellite dwarf galaxy the orbits the Milky Way. *Protecting astronauts from radiation in deep space NASA’s first manned mission to t...
2026-03-2724 min
Space News TodayVan Allen Probe’s Fiery Farewell and NASA’s Mobile Launcher SetbackSpaceTime Series 29 Episode 34 *NASA's Van Allen Probe A comes to a fiery end After a mission lasting some 14 years, NASA's Van Allen Probe A spacecraft has re-entered Earth’s atmosphere in a fiery death plunge burning up over the Pacific Ocean. *NASA Mobile Launcher 2 on hold Last week’s announcement of changes to the Artemis Moon launch schedule has now resulted in NASA pulling the plug on further work on its Mobile Launcher two project which has been under construction at the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida for two years. *Spectacular failure for Japanese rocket . SpaceOne have failed in thei...
2026-03-2016 min
Space News TodayMoon Rocket Rolls Out, Dual Spacewalks & CERN’s New Particle | March 19, 2026A massive day in space as NASA's Artemis II moon rocket heads to the launchpad tonight, NASA and China both conduct spacewalks, CERN announces a brand-new particle, and astronomers reveal a nearby galaxy has been hiding the aftermath of a cosmic collision. Episode Highlights 🚀 Story 1: Artemis II Rollout — The Moon Rocket Heads to the Pad Tonight NASA is rolling the Artemis II Space Launch System and Orion spacecraft to Launch Pad 39B tonight (March 19), targeting an 8 p.m. EDT start for the slow 4-mile crawler journey. The April 1 launch window remains firmly on track. Crew members Reid Wiseman, Victor Glove...
2026-03-1920 min
Space News TodayStellar Migration and Cosmic Dust: Unveiling Galactic OriginsSpaceTime Series 29 Episode 33 *What the birth of our Sun tells us about the evolution of our galaxy Astronomers studying the birth and early evolution of the Sun have uncovered how the shape of our galaxy has changed dramatically over the past few billion years.. *Making cosmic dust in the lab . A new study examining how the building blocks of life are formed in extreme deep space environments has created cosmic dust in a laboratory. *China selects a landing site for its first manned mission to the Moon Beijing has identified four possible landing sites for China's first manned mission...
2026-03-1826 min
Space News TodayThe Rotten-Egg Planet, RBFLOAT’s Secret Origin & Goddard’s 100-Year MysteryAstronomy Daily S05E65 — 17 March 2026 Six stories from the frontiers of space and astronomy, hosted by Anna and Avery. IN THIS EPISODE: • 🪐 JWST identifies a brand new class of exoplanet — a permanent magma ocean world with a hydrogen sulfide atmosphere 35 light-years from Earth • 📡 RBFLOAT — the brightest fast radio burst ever detected — is pinpointed to a galaxy 130 million light-years away, with a mysterious JWST infrared discovery at the same location • 🧑🚀 The first ISS spacewalk of 2026 is happening TOMORROW — NASA astronauts Jessica Meir and Chris Williams step outside at 8am EDT, March 18. Watch live on NASA+ • 🌊 Hidden water beneath Mars — new research suggests the Red Planet was...
2026-03-1714 min
Space News TodayGoodbye, Star Traveller: 3I/ATLAS Bids Farewell at JupiterIn today's episode of Astronomy Daily, Anna and Avery cover six remarkable stories spanning an interstellar farewell, a stunning pre-dawn sky show, a potential new Martian mineral, ghost particles from long-dead stars, a revolutionary new framework for detecting alien life, and the astonishing possibility of habitable moons drifting starless through the galaxy. Stories Covered in S05E64 1. 3I/ATLAS: The Interstellar Comet's Jupiter Farewell: Today marks the closest approach of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS to Jupiter before it leaves our solar system forever. New ALMA data reveals the comet carries extraordinary levels of methanol — a chemical fingerprint from another so...
2026-03-1616 min
Space News TodayThe Sun’s Great Galactic Road Trip, China’s Moon Museum & a Pi Day PlanetEpisode: S05E63 | Date: Saturday, 14 March 2026 Hosted by Anna & Avery | Astronomy Daily Podcast Network — Bitesz.com From galactic migrations to Pi Day planets, Episode 63 covers six stories that span the breadth of the solar system and beyond. Our Sun turns out to have hitched a ride outward from the Milky Way's interior billions of years ago — and brought thousands of stellar companions with it. China has named a leading candidate for its first crewed Moon landing. Russia is dusting off the legacy of the legendary Soviet Venera programme with an ambitious 2036 return to Venus. NASA's nuclear-powered Titan drone is now...
2026-03-1417 min
Space News TodayEarth’s Energy Imbalance and Solar SecretsSponsor Links
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SpaceTime Series 29 Episode 31 *Planet Earth’s balance is shifting A new study claims planet Earth’s balance is shifting with the Northern Hemisphere absorbing significantly more solar energy than the Southern Hemisphere -- a shift that could reshape global weather patt...
2026-03-1322 min
Space News TodayGold From a Galactic Collision — Neutron Star Crash Stuns Astronomers | Astronomy Daily S05E60Welcome to Episode 60 of Astronomy Daily Season Five! In today's episode, Anna and Avery cover six major stories from the world of space and astronomy — including a neutron star collision in an unprecedented location, the latest Artemis II news, and a cosmic mystery solved after decades. Stories covered in this episode: 1. NASA Discovers Neutron Star Crash in Unexpected Location A fleet of NASA telescopes — including Chandra, Fermi, Swift, and Hubble — has detected a neutron star merger inside a tiny galaxy buried in a vast stream of gas, 4.7 billion light-years away. It's the first time this type of collision has been s...
2026-03-1117 min
Space News TodayMartian Superstorms and Lunar Tectonics: Unraveling Cosmic SecretsSponsor Link
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SpaceTime Series 29 Episode 30 * Solar superstorm hits the red planet Over the past few years planet Earth has been slammed by a series of violent solar storms erupting from the Sun as it transitioned through solar max the climax of its eleven...
2026-03-1126 min
Space News TodayAre We Missing Alien Signals? Space Weather, Brain Changes and the Mars Life QuestionIn today's episode, Anna and Avery explore five of the week's most compelling space and astronomy stories: a new SETI Institute study suggesting stellar space weather could be scrambling alien radio signals before they even leave their home systems; groundbreaking research revealing that spaceflight physically shifts and deforms the human brain inside the skull; the impressive engineering story behind Roscosmos restoring Baikonur's launch pad in record time ahead of the Progress MS-33 mission; a surprising new finding from Nature that Earth's elliptical orbit plays a much bigger role in shaping El Niño and global weather patterns than previously t...
2026-03-0914 min
Space News TodayHumanity Just Moved an Asteroid’s Orbit Around the SunASTRONOMY DAILY — S05E57 | Saturday 7 March 2026
A landmark week for planetary defence — scientists confirm that NASA's DART impact didn't just move an asteroid's orbit around its companion, it shifted the entire binary system's path around the Sun. Plus: gravitational waves double, a European spacecraft goes silent, a 45-year theory bites the dust, a young Sun caught in the act — and a double planet show in tonight's sky. In This Episode • [00:00] Cold Open — Humanity moved a solar orbit • [02:00] Story 1: DART changed Didymos's orbit around the Sun (Science Advances, March 2026) • [06:00] Story 2: LIGO-Virgo-KAGRA doubles the gravitational wave catalog with GWTC-4 • [10:0...
2026-03-0714 min
Space News TodayAuroras on Ganymede, Superflare Warnings and Japan’s Very Bad WeekWelcome back to Astronomy Daily! In S05E55, Anna and Avery explore six fascinating stories from across the cosmos — from auroras on Jupiter’s largest moon to the latest JWST galaxy reveal, a breakthrough solar storm warning system, a beautiful combined nebula image, Japan’s ongoing rocket struggles, and Europe’s ambitious plans for orbital repair robots. Stories This Episode 1. Ganymede’s Auroras Mirror Earth’s Northern Lights Scientists using data from NASA’s Juno spacecraft have revealed that Jupiter’s largest moon Ganymede has fragmented, patch-like auroras remarkably similar to those seen on Earth. The research, led by the University o...
2026-03-0515 min
Space News TodayBlood Moon, Broken Records & the Hubble MysteryThe Blood Moon has come and gone — and what a show it was. In today's Astronomy Daily, Anna and Avery recap last night's total lunar eclipse, the last visible from North America until New Year's Eve 2028. Plus: NASA confirms Artemis 2 repairs are complete and an April crewed Moon mission is back on track. Astronomers have found the most tightly packed quadruple star system ever discovered — four stars crammed into a space no bigger than Jupiter's orbit. Gravitational waves could be about to solve one of cosmology's biggest mysteries: the Hubble Tension. The world's first private commercial space telescope has capt...
2026-03-0416 min
Space News TodayWhat the Heck Is This Planet?In today’s episode, Anna and Avery cover six stories from across the space and astronomy world — including a seismic shift in NASA’s Artemis program, a jaw-dropping Webb telescope discovery, fresh imagery of an interstellar comet, and the debut of a powerful new reusable rocket from China. 🚀 IN THIS EPISODE • NASA officially redesigns Artemis 3 — no Moon landing, and SpaceX’s Starship may not even fly on the mission • The James Webb Space Telescope discovers PSR J2322-2650b: a lemon-shaped exoplanet orbiting a pulsar every 7.8 hours, with a carbon-rich atmosphere that defies all known planetary science • A new ‘stochastic siren’ met...
2026-03-0315 min
Space News TodayDying Star, Skull Nebulae, and a Blood MoonEpisode 50 of Season 5! Today Anna and Avery bring you six unmissable space stories: a star 1,540 times the size of our Sun transforming into a rare yellow hypergiant in real time; SpaceX's Dragon CRS-33 capsule completing a historic ISS-boosting mission and splashing down this morning; the James Webb Space Telescope revealing the haunting 'Exposed Cranium' nebula in unprecedented detail; a total lunar eclipse blood moon arriving this Tuesday (March 3) — the last until 2028/29; groundbreaking research showing Jupiter's icy moons may have been born with life's molecular building blocks embedded in them; and NASA shaking up its human spaceflight leadership following a da...
2026-02-2722 min
Space News TodaySix Planets Tonight — And a Galaxy-Sized Mystery Solved ⭐Astronomy Daily | S05E49 | February 26, 2026 Six Planets, a Surprise in the Milky Way, and the First ISS Medical Evacuation Revealed Tonight the Moon sits right next to Jupiter in what is the visual highlight of the February six-planet alignment. Meanwhile, astronomers have made a jaw-dropping discovery about our galaxy’s magnetic field, NASA has named the astronaut at the centre of last month’s historic ISS medical evacuation, and a hypersonic scramjet launch has been scrubbed. All that and more in today’s episode. IN THIS EPISODE • SKYWATCHING — Moon-Jupiter conjunction tonight: the six-planet alignment (Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune) i...
2026-02-2612 min
Space News TodaySlow Crawl, Fast CometToday on Astronomy Daily: NASA's Artemis II mission is rolling back to the Vehicle Assembly Building today after a helium flow issue dashed hopes of a March launch. We cover the latest on what went wrong, what it means for the April window, and what happens next. We also have five more stories to get through: Perseverance just gained the ability to locate itself on Mars with GPS-like precision — no Earth assistance required. Scientists have published a daring plan to intercept interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS using a solar slingshot manoeuvre, with a launch in 2035 and a 50-year journey to fo...
2026-02-2420 min
Space News TodayNASA Stands Down: Artemis 2 Crew Released as Rocket Heads Back to the Hangar🚀 Astronomy Daily — Season 5 | Monday, February 23, 2026 NASA rolls back the Artemis 2 moon rocket, Europa's ocean gets a life-friendly upgrade, SpaceX breaks its own booster reuse record, Rocket Lab launches a hypersonic mission TODAY, Mars dust storms reveal how the Red Planet lost its water, and SIX planets are visible in tonight's sky. IN THIS EPISODE: 🌕 Artemis 2 rollback — the crew is released from quarantine and the moon launch is pushed to April 🌊 Europa's hidden ocean may be receiving nutrients from the surface — big news for the search for life 🛸 SpaceX flies two Falcon 9s in one day and sets a new booster reuse reco...
2026-02-2312 min
Space News TodayCountdown to the Moon: Artemis II Crew in QuarantineAstronomy Daily — Season 5, Episode 45 | February 21, 2026 "Countdown to the Moon: Artemis II Crew in Quarantine" The Artemis II crew — Commander Reid Wiseman, Pilot Victor Glover, Mission Specialist Christina Koch (NASA), and Mission Specialist Jeremy Hansen (CSA) — have officially entered quarantine ahead of a targeted March 6, 2026 launch. With the second Wet Dress Rehearsal completed successfully on February 19th, humanity is just two weeks away from returning to the Moon for the first time since Apollo 17 in 1972. Anna and Avery break down everything you need to know about this historic mission. Also on today's episode: • DARK MATTER UNDER PRESSURE: A new paper in Physi...
2026-02-2116 min
Space News Today”We Failed Them” — Starliner Bombshell as Artemis II Gets the Green LightS05E44 | Friday, February 20, 2026 It's a big one today! We cover EIGHT stories including breaking news from NASA's Kennedy Space Center, a damning independent report into the Boeing Starliner crisis, two astonishing dark matter discoveries, the first ancient Jellyfish Galaxy, SpaceX rocket pollution science, and a cosmic farewell to a comet we'll never see again. Plus — yes — we briefly and responsibly address the UFO/UAP conversation. Stories in this episode: • Artemis II Wet Dress Rehearsal — Did NASA just clear the path to a March 6 launch? • Starliner Independent Report — NASA says 'we failed them' as Type A mishap is confirmed • UAP Files — Tr...
2026-02-2021 min
Space News TodayMoon Hides Mercury Tonight, Artemis II Tests Tomorrow, Saturn Ring Origin RevealedEpisode: S05E42 — Wednesday, February 18, 2026 Hosts: Anna & Avery Network: Bitesz.com Podcast Network In today's episode of Astronomy Daily, Anna and Avery cover six unmissable stories from across the cosmos. Here's what we're talking about in S05E42: 1. Artemis II Wet Dress Rehearsal Round Two NASA begins fuelling the SLS moon rocket tomorrow (Feb 19) for a second critical practice countdown. Engineers have replaced two seals and a filter after hydrogen leaks forced the February launch window to be abandoned. A clean test is required before NASA will commit to a launch date — currently no earlier than March 6. The four-person crew...
2026-02-1817 min
Space News TodayRing of Fire, Farewell Comet, and the Smell of Rotten Eggs in SpaceAstronomy Daily — S05E41 | Tuesday 17 February 2026 Ring of Fire, Farewell Comet, and the Smell of Rotten Eggs in Space Two celestial events happen TODAY — an annular solar eclipse transforms the Antarctic Sun into a ring of fire, and a rare hyperbolic comet makes its closest pass to Earth before leaving the solar system forever. Plus, JWST uses the smell of rotten eggs to solve a major exoplanet mystery, NASA performs a CT scan on the northern lights, a startup plans to fuel rockets with water, and we preview why 2026 is the dawn of a golden age of eclipses. In This...
2026-02-1719 min
Space News TodayISS Back to Full Strength, Artemis 2 Battles Hydrogen Leaks, and Enceladus Goes Electromagnetic• Crew-12 Docks at ISS — The SpaceX Crew-12 mission docked at the International Space Station on Valentine’s Day, restoring the station to full strength after over a month with a skeleton crew. Astronauts Jessica Meir, Jack Hathaway, Sophie Adenot, and Andrey Fedyaev join Expedition 74 for an eight-month mission. • Artemis 2 Hydrogen Leak Update — NASA’s “confidence test” on the SLS rocket’s repaired hydrogen fueling seals showed mixed but cautiously encouraging results. March remains the earliest potential launch window for humanity’s first crewed mission to the Moon in over 50 years. • Enceladus: Electromagnetic Powerhouse — A major new study of 13 years of Cassini data reveals...
2026-02-1614 min
Space News TodayLove Is in the StarsHappy Valentine's Day from Astronomy Daily! The cosmos has pulled out all the stops today — from astronauts docking at the space station to a dying star sending the universe a literal heart-shaped Valentine. Plus, the ring of fire eclipse countdown, why eclipses always arrive in pairs, a comet that flipped its spin, a six-planet parade to look forward to, and a chance of aurora tonight.
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🚀 SpaceX Crew-12 launched yesterday and docks at the ISS today — a Valentine's Day arrival to end a month of skeleton-crew operations
🌑 Just 3 days until...
2026-02-1414 min
Space News TodayMercury’s Hidden Activity and Titan’s Dragonfly: Exploring Volatile Streaks and Robotic RotocoptersSpaceTime with Stuart Gary Gary - Series 29 Episode 15
In this episode of SpaceTime , we uncover intriguing discoveries about Mercury's geological activity, NASA's innovative Dragonfly mission to Titan, and the environmental impacts of rocket fuel pollution.
Mercury's Surprising Streaks
A new study reveals bright streaks, or lineae, on Mercury's surface, suggesting the planet is not as geologically inactive as previously thought. Researchers from the University of Bern utilized machine learning to analyze over 100,000 images from NASA's MESSENGER spacecraft, discovering that these streaks are likely caused by the outgassing of volatile materials...
2026-02-0519 min
Space News TodayGamma Ray Revolution: The Longest Burst and Cosmic Mysteries UnveiledSpaceTime with Stuart Gary Gary - Series 28 Episode 147
In this episode of SpaceTime , we delve into remarkable discoveries that significantly enhance our understanding of the cosmos.
Longest Gamma Ray Burst Ever Detected
Astronomers have made headlines with the discovery of the longest gamma ray burst ever recorded, GRB 250702B, which lasted over seven hours. This unprecedented event is reshaping our understanding of stellar explosions and their aftermath. Initial observations indicate that this extraordinary burst may have originated from a black hole consuming a star, prompting new theories about the mechanisms...
2025-12-1727 min
Space News TodayUranus Unveiled: Decoding the Mystery of Radiation Belts and Martian River SystemsIn this episode of SpaceTime , we tackle some of the most intriguing cosmic mysteries and discoveries that could reshape our understanding of the universe.
Unraveling Uranus: The Mystery of Its Radiation Belts
For 39 years, the intense electron radiation belts surrounding Uranus have puzzled scientists since NASA's Voyager 2 flyby in 1986 revealed unexpectedly high levels of radiation. New analyses suggest these findings may be explained by a solar wind structure interacting with the Uranian system during Voyager 2's visit. This research opens up new questions about the fundamental physics governing these extreme energy levels and...
2025-12-1321 min
Space News TodayStellar Updates: SpaceX’s New Launch Capacity; New Theories on Cosmic AgeSpaceX's Launch Rate Expansion: SpaceX has received approval from US regulators to more than double its launch rate from Cape Canaveral, increasing from 50 Falcon 9 launches per year to an astonishing 120. This expansion aims to alleviate the current launch bottleneck and streamline operations, including the addition of a new landing zone for up to 34 returning boosters.
Revolutionary Cosmological Theory: A bold new study by physicist Rajendra Gupta challenges the existence of dark matter and proposes that the universe may be twice as old as previously thought. By combining controversial theories of covarying coupling constants and tired light...
2025-09-0410 min
Space News TodayStellar Stories: Mark Your Calendars for the Blood Moon, Hubble Tension UnravelledMark Your Calendars for the Total Lunar Eclipse: On September 7th and 8th, 2025, a spectacular total lunar eclipse, or Blood Moon, will be visible to over 7 billion people across Australia, Asia, Africa, and Europe. This event will last approximately five and a half hours, with the totality phase offering a breathtaking 1 hour and 22 minutes of dramatic celestial viewing.
Solving the Hubble Tension: A new method introduced by Indian astronomers, using Mira variables, aims to address the ongoing debate surrounding the Hubble tension—the discrepancy in the measurements of the universe's expansion rate. Their findings suggest a mo...
2025-09-0309 min
Space News TodayCosmic Updates: Asteroid Approaches, SpaceX’s Busy Week, and Solar Secrets UnveiledClose Encounter with Asteroid 2025 QD8: Astronomers have identified a newly discovered asteroid, designated 2025 QD8, which is set to make a close flyby of Earth on September 3rd. Passing within one lunar distance, approximately 135,465 miles, this asteroid, comparable in size to a commercial jet, presents a fascinating opportunity for observation, with a free livestream available via the Virtual Telescope Project.
UK Space Agency's Major Reorganisation: The UK Space Agency is merging with the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, a move aimed at streamlining operations and cutting costs. However, concerns arise regarding the agency's influence within the...
2025-09-0208 min
Space News TodayRocket Lab’s New Heights, Webb’s Water Mystery, and the Legacy of STS-107Rocket Lab's Neutron Rocket Takes Shape: Rocket Lab has inaugurated its new Launch Complex 3 at Wallops Island, Virginia, marking a significant milestone for their next-generation Neutron rocket. Designed for medium lift capabilities, the Neutron will be able to carry payloads of up to 13,000 kilogrammes to low Earth orbit, featuring a unique reusable fairing that opens and closes during flight.
James Webb's Surprising Planet Formation Discovery: The James Webb Space Telescope has observed a protoplanetary disc around the young star Xue 10, revealing an unexpected high concentration of carbon dioxide and a surprising lack of water vapour in...
2025-08-3011 min
Space News TodayCelestial Wonders: Unveiling Solar Flares, Atmospheric Flight, and Mars’ Chunky CoreSun's Spectacular X-Class Flare: The NSF Inouye Solar Telescope has captured its first images of an X-class solar flare, showcasing unparalleled detail of coronal loops and magnetic reconnections. This breakthrough could enhance our ability to predict solar flares and their effects on Earth, paving the way for improved space weather forecasting.
Unlocking the Secrets of the Mesosphere: Researchers have developed ultralight flying structures that harness sunlight to explore the elusive mesosphere, a layer of our atmosphere that has remained largely uncharted. These innovative devices could revolutionise climate data collection and even facilitate exploration of Mars.
2025-08-2909 min
Space News TodayCelestial Progress: SpaceX’s Starship Evolution, Dark Energy’s Sign Switch, and China’s Moon...SpaceX's Starship Soars Again: SpaceX has successfully completed another test flight of its Starship, marking a significant milestone in its ambitious plans for Mars exploration. We discuss the impressive specifications of the current version and what to expect from the upcoming iterations, including orbital refueling capabilities that will pave the way for interplanetary travel.
New Theories on Dark Energy: A groundbreaking theory proposes that dark energy may have once pulled the universe together before switching to its current role of expansion. This intriguing idea could potentially resolve two major cosmological tensions, showcasing the ongoing quest to...
2025-08-2808 min
Space News TodayStellar Milestones: SpaceX’s Starship Triumph, Interstellar Comet Insights, and Celebrating...SpaceX's Starship Soars to New Heights: SpaceX has achieved a remarkable milestone with the successful completion of Starship's 10th test flight. This episode dives into the significant accomplishments, including the first payload door operation in space and a successful in-space propellant transfer, paving the way for future lunar and Martian missions.
A Busy Week for Rocket Launches: The global space launch scene has been bustling, with China's Long March 2D rocket deploying satellites for its low Earth orbit internet constellation, and SpaceX's Falcon 9 successfully launching a reconnaissance satellite for France. We explore the implications of these...
2025-08-2710 min
Space News TodaySpaceX’s Launch Delays, JUICE’s Close Call, and the Brightest Cosmic Flash YetSpaceX's Starship Test Flight Delays: The highly anticipated 10th test flight of SpaceX's Starship has faced multiple delays due to ground systems issues and inclement weather. Learn about the challenges and what’s next for this revolutionary rocket designed for lunar and Martian exploration.
JUICE's Close Call: The European Space Agency's Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (JUICE) experienced a nerve-wracking silence while on its way to Venus. Discover how the team successfully reestablished contact after a communication hiccup, ensuring the mission remains on track for its upcoming flyby.
Record-Breaking Fast Radio Burst: Astronomers have de...
2025-08-2613 min
Space News TodayCelestial Highlights: Butch Wilmore’s Legacy, Tiny Moons of Uranus, and a Cosmic Bubble MysterySpaceTime S28E102 S28E103 S28E104 w/c August 25th, 2025 Space, Astronomy and Science Podcast. SpaceTime Series 28 Episode 102 *Earth dodges two asteroid near misses within days of each other Planet Earth has just dodged two asteroid near misses within days of each other, both swooping past the Earth lower than the orbits of many satellites. *A new moon discovered orbiting Uranus Astronomers have discovered another moon orbiting the ice giant planet Uranus. *Dancing dwarf galaxies predict our Milky Way's future A new study is trying to determine the fate of our Milky Way galaxy as it merges with...
2025-08-2520 min
Space News TodayCosmic Chronicles: JAXA’s Cargo Revolution, Solar Secrets Unveiled, and Distant Galaxies’ MysteriesJapan's HTV X Resupply Mission: JAXA is gearing up for the inaugural flight of its new cargo delivery vehicle, the HTV X, set to launch this October. Discover how this advanced spacecraft, designed to carry up to 4 metric tonnes of supplies, will enhance the efficiency of resupply missions to the International Space Station, featuring a larger hatch for last-minute cargo loading.
- Parker Solar Probe Confirms Magnetic Reconnection: NASA's Parker Solar Probe has validated a 70-year-old theory about the sun's energy release through magnetic reconnection. Learn how this groundbreaking confirmation, achieved during a flyby of a...
2025-08-2311 min
Space News TodayAstronomical Adventures: From China’s Mini Satellites to Chiron’s RetrogradeInternational Space Collaboration: Join us as we explore the successful launch of the Kinetica 1 rocket by Chinese commercial launch provider CAS Space, which carried a unique payload including two Pico satellites designed and built in Mexico. These innovative satellites aim to capture a selfie and merge science with art, showcasing the power of international partnerships in space exploration.
- The Enigmatic X37B: Delve into the mysteries surrounding the US Space Force's X37B spaceplane, set to embark on its seventh mission. This uncrewed vehicle will carry the groundbreaking Deep Space Atomic Clock 2 experiment, which could...
2025-08-2112 min
Space News TodayLunar Ambitions, Betelgeuse’s Possible Partner Doubts, and Earth’s Magnetic AnomalyItaly's Lunar Ambitions: Explore Italy's groundbreaking plans to construct the first residential module for astronauts on the Moon, known as the Multi Purpose Habitat (MPH). This ambitious project aims to support sustained human presence and scientific research in the harsh lunar environment, with a launch scheduled for 2033 as part of NASA's Artemis program. Discover how Italy is positioning itself as a key player in the new space race.
- The Mystery of Betelgeuse: Delve into the tentative discovery of a potential companion star to Betelgeuse, the iconic red supergiant in Orion. While this finding could explain...
2025-07-2615 min
Space News TodayBetelgeuse’s Hidden Ally, Juno’s Camera Comeback, and The Great Eclipse Chase of 2026Unveiling Betelgeuse's Companion: Join us as we unravel the centuries-old mystery of Betelgeuse, the famous red supergiant star. Recent discoveries reveal its hidden stellar companion, providing new insights into the star's variable brightness and the enigma of its six-year dimming cycle. We discuss how advanced imaging techniques were employed to detect this companion star, believed to be a hot blue-white star, and what this means for our understanding of red supergiants.
- Juno's Ingenious Camera Rescue: Explore the remarkable efforts of NASA's Juno team as they successfully restored the radiation-damaged JunoCam camera. Learn about the innovative...
2025-07-2215 min
Space News TodayAstronauts’ Vision Crisis, South Korea’s Lunar Leap, and the Cosmic Promises of the Roman TelescopeUnexpected Vision Changes in Space: Explore the startling phenomenon affecting approximately 70% of astronauts on long-duration missions, known as Spaceflight Associated Neuro-Ocular Syndrome (SANS). This episode delves into how microgravity impacts vision, leading to permanent changes, and the ongoing research by NASA to develop countermeasures to protect astronauts' eyesight during future missions, including to Mars.
- South Korea's Lunar Ambitions: Discover South Korea's ambitious plans to establish a lunar base by 2045, as outlined by the Korea Aerospace Administration. We discuss the nation's roadmap for lunar exploration, including the development of homegrown landing technology and resource utilisation, alongside...
2025-07-2117 min
Space News TodayMaking Water on the Moon, The Hubble Bubble Hypothesis, and Neptune’s Unique Orbital PartnerRevolutionising Lunar Exploration: Discover the groundbreaking research from a team of Chinese scientists who are developing innovative technology to produce water, oxygen, and fuel directly from lunar soil. This game-changing approach could significantly reduce the costs of transporting resources from Earth, making sustainable lunar habitats a reality. With the potential to utilise the Moon's own resources, this closed-loop system could transform our future in space.
- The Hubble Bubble Theory: Delve into the intriguing new theory suggesting our Milky Way galaxy might be suspended within a vast cosmic void, dubbed the Hubble Bubble. This concept could...
2025-07-1913 min
Space News TodayMars Mission M-MATISSE, Solar Secrets with SNIFS, and Neil Armstrong’s Apollo Mementos RevealedExciting Mars Mission Proposal: Discover the ambitious M Metis mission, which aims to be the first dedicated to studying Mars's space weather. Set to compete for a spot as a European Space Agency medium mission, this initiative will deploy two robotic orbiters, Henri and Marguerite, to investigate the Martian atmosphere and its interactions with solar winds. Dr. Beatrice Sanchez Cano from the University of Leicester highlights the mission's importance for future human exploration and the safety of astronauts on the Red Planet.
- Unveiling the Sun's Secrets: Get ready for NASA's upcoming Solar Eruption Integral Field...
2025-07-1812 min
Space News TodayStarship’s Next Flight, Pulsar Secrets Unlocked, and the Birth of a New Solar SystemExciting Developments for SpaceX's Starship: Join us as we delve into the upcoming 10th test flight of SpaceX's Starship, anticipated to launch in just three weeks. Discover the challenges faced in previous flights and the innovative strategies being employed to ensure the success of this monumental rocket, designed for full and rapid reusability. With a goal of 25 launches this year, the race is on for SpaceX to push the boundaries of space exploration.
- Unveiling Secrets of a Neutron Star: Explore the groundbreaking findings regarding PSR J1023 0038, a rapidly spinning neutron star. New research reveals that...
2025-07-1715 min
Space News TodayBlack Hole Merger Record, Private Space Ventures, and Ancient Lunar Mysteries UncoveredLargest Black Hole Merger Detected: Dive into the monumental discovery of the largest black hole merger ever observed, known as GW 231123. This event, detected by the LIGO gravitational wave observatories, has resulted in a new black hole approximately 225 times the mass of our Sun, challenging current theories on black hole formation. Join us as we explore the implications of this discovery and what it means for our understanding of the cosmos.
- AX4 Mission Wrap-Up: We provide a recap of the successful AX4 mission, where a diverse crew of astronauts returned safely from the International Space...
2025-07-1613 min
Space News TodayAstronauts Homeward Bound, Sun’s Secrets Unveiled, and Uranus’s Heat RevelationAxiom Space's AX4 Mission Returns: Join us as we check-in on the return of the AX4 crew from the International Space Station. Led by Commentaor Peggy Whitson, the crew conducted over 60 experiments during their extended stay, making history as the first astronauts from India, Poland, and Hungary to visit the ISS. We discuss their journey aboard the SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule, and the implications of their research for future missions.
- Parker Solar Probe's Groundbreaking Discoveries: Delve into the latest stunning images from NASA's Parker Solar Probe, which recently flew closer to the Sun than any...
2025-07-1516 min
Space News TodayCosmic Voids, Martian Construction Breakthroughs, and the Spectacular Perseid Meteor ShowerPerseid Meteor Shower Approaches: Get ready for the spectacular Perseid meteor shower, expected to peak around August 12th to 13th! This celestial event promises to deliver a dazzling display of meteors, with Australia being one of the best places to witness it. With up to 100 meteors per hour, this year’s shower is sure to be a treat for stargazers. We share tips on how to maximize your viewing experience, from finding dark skies to letting your eyes adjust to the night.
- Exploring a Cosmic Void: Dive into the latest research that suggests our Milky Wa...
2025-07-1423 min
Space News TodayAstronauts Return, Space Farming Breakthroughs, and the James Webb’s Cosmic Cat’s PawAxiom Mission 4 Returns to Earth: Join us as we discuss the Axiom Mission 4 crew's successful return from the International Space Station after a busy 2.5 week research mission. Discover the fascinating experiments they conducted in microgravity, including blood sample collection and the potential for cultivating microalgae as a food source for future space missions.
- Groundbreaking Moon Rice Project: Explore the innovative Moon Rice Project, where scientists are working to develop a super dwarf rice variety suitable for growing in space. This initiative aims to address the challenges of food production for long-duration missions to the Moon...
2025-07-1214 min
Space News TodayEurope’s Space Independence: Nordic Launch Sites, July Meteor Showers, and a Cosmic RetractionEurope's Push for Space Independence: Explore Europe's ambitious efforts to enhance its autonomy in space operations, with new launch sites emerging in the Nordic region. Discover how geopolitical events are driving the need for independent capabilities, as Europe seeks to reduce reliance on US space technology.
- Meteor Showers to Light Up the Night Sky: Get ready for a spectacular display as three major meteor showers peak in late July and early August. We provide tips on how to best observe the Alpha Capricornids, Perseids, and Southern Delta Aquariids, ensuring you don't miss these celestial wonders.
2025-07-1114 min
Space News TodayA New Era for NASA, Tracing Comet 3I Atlas’ Origins, and DART’s Asteroid Deflection LessonsNASA's New Interim Administrator: In a surprising turn of events, President Trump has appointed Sean Duffy as NASA’s interim administrator. With a background in transportation and a stint on reality television, Duffy's unconventional path raises questions about the future direction of the agency amidst significant budget cuts proposed by the administration.
- Discovery of Comet 3i Atlas: Astronomers have traced the origin of the newly discovered interstellar comet 3i Atlas back to the Milky Way's thick disc, revealing it to be between 7.6 and 14 billion years old. This groundbreaking finding offers invaluable insights into the history of...
2025-07-1012 min
Space News TodayMars Sample Return Challenges, AI Satellites Revolutionising Space Tech, and Signals to Alien...Challenges for Mars Sample Return Mission: We dive into the hurdles facing NASA's Mars Sample Return Mission (MSR) as costs soar to an estimated $11 billion. Discover Lockheed Martin's innovative proposal to streamline the mission for under $3 billion, potentially saving this crucial scientific endeavour.
- Revolutionary AI Satellite Technology: Learn about a groundbreaking satellite being developed by researchers at UC Davis, featuring a digital brain that monitors its own condition in real-time. This cutting-edge technology aims to transform satellite operations and reduce the burden on ground teams.
- Unintentional Signals to Alien Civilisations: Explore...
2025-07-0914 min
Space News TodayHow Theia Made Earth Habitable, Surprising Discoveries About Space Ice, and Rocket Launch UpdatesA Massive Ancient Impact and Life on Earth: Discover how a colossal impact shaped Earth's ability to support life, with insights from new research on carbonaceous chondrites and the role of Theia in delivering essential materials to our planet.
- The Hidden Structure of Space Ice: Prepare to have your perceptions of ice in space transformed! We delve into a groundbreaking study revealing that space ice contains tiny crystal structures, challenging long-held beliefs and impacting theories about the origins of life.
- Ambitious Space Missions Ahead: Get the latest on exciting space missions...
2025-07-0820 min
Space News TodayComet 3I Atlas, Double Detonations in Supernovae, and the Historic Move of Space Shuttle DiscoveryToday in Space History: Join us as we take a trip down memory lane, celebrating significant events that occurred on July 7th. Discover how NASA's Opportunity Rover launched in 2003, exceeding its mission expectations, and learn about the simultaneous meteor event and historic space shuttle mission in 1999, which was notably commanded by a woman for the first time.
- The Interstellar Comet 3i Atlas: We explore the fascinating details of comet 3i Atlas, currently making its way through our solar system. Learn about its size, speed, and the unique opportunity it presents for astronomers to study interstellar...
2025-07-0725 min
Space News TodayMars’ Lifeless Destiny, Cosmic Giants and Their Dramatic Winds, and the Search for Rogue PlanetsNew Insights into Mars' Habitability: We delve into a groundbreaking study from NASA's Curiosity rover that challenges the notion of Mars as a once habitable planet. Discover why scientists believe Mars may have always been destined to be a cold, lifeless desert, despite evidence of ancient water and warmth.
- The Mysteries of Massive Stars: Explore the dramatic lives of massive stars that, before collapsing into black holes, expel vast amounts of matter through powerful stellar winds. Learn how these cosmic giants influence the formation of elements essential for life and contribute to the creation of...
2025-07-0518 min
Space News TodayA Star’s Violent End, Revolutionary Bioplastics for Mars, and the Fate of the UniverseGroundbreaking Evidence of Stellar Demise: Astronomers have captured stunning visual evidence of a star's double detonation, revealing new insights into type 1A supernovae and their role in measuring the universe's expansion rate. We discuss the implications of this discovery and how it reshapes our understanding of stellar explosions.
- Revolutionary Algae Bioplastics for Mars: Explore the innovative potential of bioplastics derived from green algae, which could enable self-sustaining habitats on Mars. This technology could transform how we approach building on other planets while also offering sustainability solutions for Earth.
- Skywatching Alert: ISS...
2025-07-0416 min
Space News TodayInterstellar Visitor 3I/Atlas, NASA’s SphereX Sky Map, and the Self-Destructive ExoplanetNew Interstellar Visitor 3i Atlas: Astronomers have confirmed the discovery of 3i Atlas, a comet speeding through our solar system, marking only the third interstellar object detected. We discuss its composition, trajectory, and the potential for future observations as it approaches the sun.
- NASA's SphereX Mission: Explore NASA's ambitious SphereX mission, which is creating a comprehensive all-sky map of the universe. With its data made publicly available, we delve into the significance of this project for both professional astronomers and enthusiasts alike.
- The Self-Destructive Exoplanet HIP 67522B: Join us as we...
2025-07-0321 min
Space News TodayGilmour Space’s Eris 1 Delays, Titan’s Role in Exoplanet Research, and Mars Rover BreakthroughsGilmour Space's Eris 1 Rocket Update: We discuss the latest challenges facing Australia's first orbital rocket, the Eris 1, as Gilmour Space pushes back its launch date due to technical setbacks. Learn about the rocket's specifications and the team's commitment to iterative improvement in the face of adversity.
- Titan's Role in Exoplanet Research: Explore how Saturn's moon Titan is becoming a vital benchmark for understanding the atmospheres of distant exoplanets. We delve into the findings from the Cassini mission and how they inform current research on atmospheric retrievals with next-generation telescopes.
- Mixed News...
2025-07-0217 min
Space News TodayBlue Origin’s Lunar Ambitions, Asteroid Mysteries, and the Cosmic Fossil DiscoveryBlue Origin's Ambitious Plans: We delve into Blue Origin's upcoming missions, including the anticipated second launch of the New Glenn rocket and the Blue Moon lander, which aims to take humans to the Moon. We discuss the significance of the escapade mission to Mars and how these developments position Blue Origin in the lunar race against SpaceX.
- Surprising Discovery from Asteroid Richie: Scientists have uncovered the mineral Jerfischerite within samples from the icy asteroid Richie, challenging previous assumptions about the asteroid’s formation. This unexpected find prompts questions about the conditions that led to its fo...
2025-07-0118 min
Space News TodayDaytime Fireball Frenzy, Little Dipper Secrets, and Lunar Construction InnovationsHighlights:
- Spectacular Daytime Fireball: On June 26th, a brilliant fireball illuminated the southeastern US before exploding near Atlanta, Georgia. We discuss the details of this cosmic event, including eyewitness accounts and the impressive impact energy that rattled windows across the region. Meteorite hunters quickly descended on the area, looking for fragments of this rare occurrence.
- Axiom Mission 4 Launch: The podcast covers the successful docking of the Axiom Mission 4 spacecraft to the International Space Station, marking another milestone in private space exploration. We highlight the diverse crew and their upcoming research and...
2025-06-3033 min
Space News TodayNASA’s SLS Anomaly, Daytime Fireball Mysteries, and the Astronaut Imposter SagaHighlights:
- NASA's Space Launch System Test Anomaly:
During a recent firing test, observers noted unusual exhaust emissions and debris, prompting a thorough investigation into the booster’s performance and future applications for the Artemis missions.
- Rare Daytime Fireball Event: A large meteor created a stunning daytime fireball over Georgia, visible even to satellite instruments. We explore the rarity of such events and the implications of potential fragments impacting the ground, including reports of damage to a home.
- Legal Challenges for SpaceX: We delve into th...
2025-06-2822 min
Space News TodayPrivate Spaceflight Setbacks, Mars Reconnaissance Innovations, and Nova V462 Lupi’s Dazzling DisplayHighlights:
- Private Spaceflight Anomaly: In this episode, we discuss a recent incident involving the Nyx capsule during the SpaceX Transporter 14 mission. Despite a communication loss and a failed parachute deployment leading to a tragic outcome, the Exploration Company views the mission as a partial success, highlighting the technical milestones achieved.
- NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter Innovations: We explore how NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter, after nearly two decades in operation, is performing new manoeuvres to gather deeper insights into the Martian subsurface. The orbiter's ability to roll 120 degrees has significantly enhanced its radar...
2025-06-2720 min
Space News TodayWebb’s Exoplanet Breakthrough, Private Astronauts Make History, and Surprising FRB OriginsHighlights:
- James Webb Space Telescope's First Exoplanet Discovery: In this episode, we celebrate a monumental achievement by the James Webb Space Telescope as it successfully images its first exoplanet, TWA 7B. This discovery, detailed in the journal Nature, showcases Webb's advanced capabilities in probing the atmospheres of alien worlds, revealing a young planetary system hidden within a swirling disc of dust and debris.
- Axiom Space's Ax-4 Mission: We discuss the historic docking of Axiom Space's Ax-4 mission with the International Space Station, marking a significant milestone for private spaceflight. Commanded by...
2025-06-2617 min
Space News TodayLunar Lander Mishaps, Milky Way Mysteries, and Venus’s Hidden AsteroidsHighlights:
- ISPACE's Lunar Landers Challenges: In this episode, we delve into the challenges faced by ISPACE as their second lunar lander mission, Resilience, reportedly crashed due to a malfunctioning laser rangefinder. We discuss the implications of this hardware failure during descent and the steps the company is taking to prevent future issues, including enhanced testing and potential upgrades to their navigation systems.
- European Mission Possible Test Vehicle: We explore the partial success and failure of a European company's Mission Possible Test vehicle, which achieved orbit and re-entry but lost contact before...
2025-06-2515 min
Space News TodayVera Rubin’s Revelations, Asteroid Close Calls, and Private Astronaut AdventuresHighlights:
- Vera Rubin Observatory's First Images: In this episode, we celebrate the release of the first breathtaking images from the Vera Rubin Observatory, a monumental achievement in deep space exploration. This powerful telescope is set to transform our understanding of the universe over the next decade, capturing comprehensive views of the southern sky every three days with its remarkable 3.2 billion pixel camera, aiding in the discovery of dark matter and energy.
- Potential Lunar Impact from Asteroid 2024 YR4: We discuss the intriguing possibility of a dramatic encounter between the asteroid 2024 YR4 and...
2025-06-2418 min
Space News TodayPsyche’s Journey Resumes, Starship’s Kaboom, and Lunar Calibration Breakthroughs(00:00:00) Welcome to Astronomy Daily
(00:01:18) Psyche mission update
(00:02:45) Abell 2255 galaxy cluster
(00:06:28) Arcstone mission
(00:11:28) June's Bootid meteor shower
(00:12:56) SpaceX Starship incident
(00:16:26) And that's a wrap!
Highlights:
- Psyche Mission Update: In this episode, we explore the latest developments from NASA's Psyche mission as the spacecraft resumes its journey towards the...
2025-06-2317 min
Space News TodayTurbulent Times for SpaceX, a Monstrous Comet in the Oort Cloud, and Europe’s Space RevivalHighlights:
- SpaceX Starship Explosion: In this episode, we delve into the latest developments from SpaceX as their Starship spacecraft experienced an explosion during a static fire test at the Starbase site. Initial analyses suggest a failure of a composite overwrapped pressure vessel, but thankfully, no injuries were reported. We discuss the implications of this incident on the timeline for future flight tests and the challenges faced by the upper stage of the Starship programme.
- Monstrous Oort Cloud Comet: Astronomers have made remarkable observations of the colossal comet C/2014 UN271 Bernardinelli-Bernstein, one...
2025-06-2113 min
Space News TodaySpace Missions on Hold, Evolving Galaxies, and Searching for Extraterrestrial LifeHighlights:
- Axiom Mission 4 Update: In this episode, we provide the latest on Axiom Mission 4, which has faced delays as NASA, Axiom Space, and SpaceX review new launch opportunities following recent repairs on the ISS. The crew remains in quarantine, eagerly waiting for the green light to launch.
- SpaceX Starship Setback: We discuss a significant setback for SpaceX's Starship program after a test at their Texas site resulted in an explosion. Initial findings suggest a failure of a composite overwrapped pressure vessel, leading to extensive damage but fortunately no injuries.
2025-06-2021 min
Space News TodayStunning Sculptor Galaxy Images, Black Hole Breakthroughs, and Moths Navigating by StarsHighlights:
- Stunning Sculptor Galaxy Images: In this episode, we unveil breathtaking new images of the Sculptor Galaxy, captured using the Multi Unit Spectroscopic Explorer (MUSE) at the Very Large Telescope in Chile. These intricate visuals reveal the galaxy's complex systems and have already led to the discovery of 500 new planetary nebulae, shedding light on the processes that govern star formation and galactic structure.
- Insights into Sagittarius A: We discuss groundbreaking findings regarding the supermassive black hole at the centre of our Milky Way, Sagittarius A. New analyses from the Event Horizon...
2025-06-1917 min
Space News TodayHonda’s Rocket Revolution, European Aerospace Alliances, and Celebrating Sally Ride’s LegacyHighlights:
- Honda's Rocket Ventures: In this episode, we explore Honda's surprising foray into the world of space technology, as they successfully launched and landed an experimental reusable rocket. The Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) reached nearly 900 feet during its test flight in Japan, showcasing Honda's ambition to enter the satellite launch market by 2029.
- European Aerospace Consolidation: Major players in the European aerospace sector are discussing a potential merger to create a more competitive space venture. With Airbus Defence and Space, Leonardo, and Thales Alenia Space considering this move, we delve into the...
2025-06-1807 min
Space News TodayMapping Missing Matter, Black Hole Big Bang Theories, and Artificial Solar EclipsesHighlights:
- Locating the Universe's Missing Matter: In this episode, we unveil a groundbreaking discovery where astronomers have successfully mapped the universe's missing ordinary matter using fast radio bursts. These cosmic flashlights have revealed that a significant portion of matter is lurking in the vast spaces between galaxies, forming an invisible cosmic web, enhancing our understanding of the universe's structure.
- New Theory on the Big Bang: Delve into a thought-provoking theory suggesting that the Big Bang may not be the beginning of everything, but rather a result of gravitational collapse within a...
2025-06-1708 min
Space News TodayEarthquake-Tracking Satellites, Space Tourism Updates, and Unveiling the Cosmic DawnHighlights:
- New Earthquake-Detecting Satellite: In this episode, we discuss the successful launch of China's CSES-2 satellite, designed to detect electromagnetic precursors to natural disasters like earthquakes. This satellite, launched on June 14, 2025, builds on its predecessor, CSES-1, with enhanced capabilities to monitor global electromagnetic fields and atmospheric conditions, aiming to improve early warning systems for natural disasters.
- Blue Origin's Upcoming Spaceflight: We delve into the details of Blue Origin's next suborbital mission, NS33, which will include a diverse group of passengers. From environmentalists to philanthropists, learn about the individuals who will experience...
2025-06-1614 min
Space News TodayArtemis II Preparations, Jellyfish Galaxy, and Mars’ Celestial DanceHighlights:
- Artemis II Preparations: In this episode, we explore the recent collaboration between NASA and the Department of Defence as they conduct emergency simulations for the Artemis II mission. With plans to send four astronauts around the Moon next year, these crucial rehearsals focus on ensuring crew safety during potential launch emergencies, including realistic scenarios using test mannequins.
- ISS Update: We provide an update on the AX-4 mission delay, with good news from the Russian space agency Roscosmos, confirming that a leak on the International Space Station has been repaired. However...
2025-06-1410 min
Space News TodayAxiom Mission Delays, Cosmic Clouds Unveiled, and Mars’ Terraforming BlueprintHighlights:
- Axiom Mission Delay: In this episode, we discuss the indefinite postponement of the Axiom Space AX-4 mission to the International Space Station, caused by a newly detected air leak in the Russian Zvezda module. NASA and Roscosmos are working diligently to investigate the situation, ensuring the safety of future missions.
- SpaceX Starship Flight 8 Investigation: The FAA has concluded its investigation into the SpaceX Starship Flight 8 mishap, attributing the incident to a hardware failure. We review the corrective measures implemented by SpaceX ahead of their Flight 9 mission and what this means...
2025-06-1306 min
Space News TodaySatellites Under Solar Siege, First Looks at the Sun’s Poles, and Black Hole SecretsHighlights:
- Solar Storms and Satellite Impact: In this episode, we delve into the effects of solar storms on our satellites, revealing how geomagnetic storms can accelerate orbital decay. Discover insights from researcher Yoshita Barua on how different types of solar events impact satellite performance and how we can design more resilient spacecraft to withstand these cosmic tempests.
- First Look at the Sun's Poles: Join us as we celebrate a monumental achievement from the European Space Agency's Solar Orbiter, which has provided humanity's first images of the Sun's poles. These groundbreaking visuals...
2025-06-1213 min
Space News TodaySpaceX Ax-4 Mission Delay, Satellite Paint Breakthroughs, and James Webb’s Breathtaking RevelationsHighlights:
- SpaceX AX-4 Mission Delay: Join us as we discuss the recent postponement of the SpaceX AX-4 mission to the International Space Station due to a liquid oxygen leak detected in the Falcon 9 rocket. We delve into the implications of this delay and the crew's groundbreaking mission, commanded by record-breaking astronaut Peggy Whitson, as they prepare for their two-week stay aboard the ISS.
- Stellar Launch Activity: Discover the bustling launch schedule from SpaceX, including the celebration of their 500th Falcon rocket launch and the upcoming missions for Starlink and Rocket Lab...
2025-06-1109 min
Space News TodaySpace Travel Revolution, Lunar Impact Risks, and Infinite Energy in the CosmosHighlights:
- Europe's Nuclear-Powered Space Travel: Join us as we explore the European Space Agency's exciting plans for nuclear propulsion technology that could revolutionise space travel. This innovative approach aims to reduce the journey to Mars from nine months to just four or five, while also minimising harmful radiation exposure for astronauts. Discover how this technology could pave the way for a new era in space exploration.
- Asteroid 2024 YR4's Lunar Encounter: We discuss the latest updates on asteroid 2024 YR4, which now has a slightly increased chance of impacting the Moon in 2032...
2025-06-1009 min
Space News TodayPlanet Nine’s Potential, Milky Way’s Future, and SpaceX’s Dramatic FeudHighlights:
- Possible Ninth Planet Discovery: Join us as we explore a groundbreaking study from astronomers at the University of Taiwan who may have uncovered clues to the existence of a ninth planet in our solar system. This potential ice giant, located between 46.5 and 65.1 billion miles from the Sun, could take between 10,000 and 20,000 years to complete an orbit. With its mass estimated at 7/17 that of Earth, this discovery raises intriguing questions about the dynamics of our celestial neighborhood and the Kuiper Belt anomalies that led to its identification.
- New Insights on Milky...
2025-06-0919 min
Space News TodayCosmic Wobbles, Monster Galaxies, and the Future of Space ExplorationHighlights:
- Titan's Wobbling Atmosphere: Join us as we uncover the intriguing discovery that Titan, Saturn's largest moon, has a wobbling atmosphere. Recent studies analysing infrared light over 13 years reveal that Titan's atmosphere shifts with the seasons, raising questions about the forces at play. This research is vital for the upcoming Dragonfly mission in 2034, which aims to land on Titan and explore its unique atmospheric conditions.
- Discovery of an Ancient Monster Galaxy: Travel back 11.1 billion years to explore the newly discovered super active spiral galaxy, J0107A. This ancient "monster galaxy" is...
2025-06-0707 min