A recent analysis of lunar surface features has challenged long-standing assumptions about the moon’s geological dormancy. Findings indicate that small ridges on the far side of the moon may have formed within the last 200 million years, suggesting that tectonic processes are still at play. The study’s conclusions point to ongoing activity beneath the lunar … Read more
Blue Origin’s uncrewed New Shepard rocket is expected to launch its NS-29 mission on January 31, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. EST from Launch Site One in West Texas. The mission aims to test 30 experiments, primarily for NASA, which are designed to advance technologies for lunar exploration. The flight will include a unique manoeuvre that … Read more
A space rock named 2024 PT5, resembling the size of a school bus, lingered near Earth for almost two months last year. The asteroid, which returned in January and passed safely at a distance of 1.1 million miles, is believed to have originated from the moon. New research suggests it may have been ejected from … Read more
Finland has officially become the 53rd country to sign the Artemis Accords, joining the international framework aimed at promoting responsible and peaceful space exploration. The agreement was signed on January 21, 2025, during the Winter Satellite Workshop in Espoo, Finland. This milestone underscores the Nordic nation’s commitment to advancing its role in collaborative lunar exploration … Read more