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NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, described by the agency as a "discovery machine," is set to launch from Florida. The $4.3 billion project aims to explore dark energy and dark matter.

SpaceX announced the construction of a giant launch base for Starship, China postpones the moon mission, reduction in Falcon 9 activity, research of exoplanet atmospheres, and a revolutionary space telescope is on its way. A summary of the week across the universe.

The launch of China's 'Chang'e-7' robotic space mission, designed to scan the moon's south pole in search of frozen water, will not take place in the planned launch window this year. This was stated in an official announcement by the China Manned Space Engineering Office.

Astronomers have discovered S301, a star orbiting the black hole at the center of the Milky Way at a speed reaching about 25,000 km/s. Researchers hope that with its help, they will be able to test Einstein's theory and measure the rotation of the black hole.

Footage circulated online shows the rocket launched from a test base deviating from its path and crashing in an unpopulated area. The country's authorities stated that the missile's self-destruct mechanism was activated according to the emergency plan after it deviated from its trajectory.

SpaceX (SPCX) shares fell 5% to $132 as Chinese startup LandSpace successfully landed an orbital-class rocket booster for the first time. The stock is also facing pressure from a staggered lock-up expiration for early investors and executives.

The James Webb Space Telescope has revealed a distant galaxy, JADES-GS-z13-1, posing a mystery for astronomers. The telescope detected strong radiation that, according to existing theories, should have been blocked by the neutral hydrogen prevalent in the early universe.

The massive offering of the space giant SpaceX has placed it at the center of attention for global financial markets, revealing for the first time in full the ownership structure of the company, which includes billionaire Peter Thiel, Google, and Elon Musk.

A Euronews investigation reveals that the European Union is secretly tracking Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP). Pilots report "air battles" and objects near nuclear sites, but EU authorities continue to downplay the issue, citing a lack of systemic safety threats.

Scientists are nearing the operation of a new device called "Henrietta," installed on a telescope in Chile, designed to analyze the atmospheric composition of exoplanets. Researchers hope this will help them understand conditions in worlds outside our solar system and search for substances that might indicate potential habitability.

A solar eclipse is undoubtedly one of nature's most spectacular phenomena. Tonight, a rare and exciting event will take place for residents and travelers in Europe. Where can you watch the celestial show? Here are the details.

The launch of a Chinese Long March 7A rocket failed on Tuesday following a malfunction shortly after liftoff from the Wenchang Spacecraft Launch Site. The rocket was carrying the ChinaSat-4B communications satellite, and Chinese authorities have opened an investigation into the incident.

Within one week, SpaceX stock passed two stress tests: its first quarterly report as a public company and the largest share release in its history. On Friday, it jumped 15.8% and ended the week with a rise of about 23%, but it is still trading below the IPO price. What pushed it up, and what else lies ahead?

The Pentagon has revealed 41 new files on unidentified anomalous phenomena: spheres flying at unusual speeds over the Gulf of Oman, a giant silent triangle in Afghanistan, and new footage from 2026. The administration emphasizes: there is no proof of extraterrestrials.

A former Pentagon employee and his wife experienced an unusual encounter with an unidentified object hovering over their home in Colorado in October 2023. This testimony is included in the fifth wave of documents released by the Donald Trump administration.

SpaceX's first quarterly report as a public company showed exceptional growth, a sharp decrease in losses, and continued expansion of Starlink. However, an expenditure of $18.4 billion in one quarter, mainly on artificial intelligence infrastructure, reminded investors that the path to turning Elon Musk's vision into positive cash flow is still expected to be particularly expensive.

Despite financial reports beating forecasts, SpaceX stock dropped 8%. Experts attribute this to the company's massive capital expenditures and the upcoming expiration of the shareholder lock-up period.

This is not the first time remnants of human space activity have collided with the Moon, and the phenomenon is becoming a growing concern. The impact will eject a cloud of dust and rock fragments above the lunar surface, though it will be difficult to observe from Earth without a powerful telescope.

SpaceX, the company controlled by Elon Musk, is set to release its first-quarter financial results. Amid market anticipation, the company's stock has jumped by 8.4% on Wall Street.

SpaceX is set to release its first financial reports as a public company this week, followed by the initial unlocking of restricted shares. While the influx of supply may trigger volatility, analysts remain largely bullish, with many projecting significant long-term upside.

Elon Musk's space company is preparing for its first earnings call as a public company, but instead of focusing on revenue and the plummeting stock, shareholders have peculiar demands regarding rockets and the official mascot.

The LINK spacecraft, designed to extend the life of the Swift space telescope by raising its orbit, is suffering from attitude control system malfunctions. NASA and Katalyst Space remain optimistic about completing the mission.

Amazon plans to launch a constellation of over 5,000 satellites to provide internet services to mobile devices worldwide. This initiative aims to compete directly with Elon Musk's Starlink service.

Amazon has applied to the FCC to launch 5,105 internet satellites for a direct-to-device (D2D) network. This system will enable smartphones to connect directly to satellites without terrestrial antennas.