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Washington Examiner

Blue Origin New Glenn rocket explodes during engine test at Cape Canaveral

A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded during an engine-firing test at Cape Canaveral, Florida, on May 29, 2026. No injuries were reported, and the company is investigating the cause of the explosion. The rocket was scheduled for a launch next week as part of a mission for NASA.

Bias: 15 Sentiment: +0.00
Ars Technica

Blue Origin to Launch 48 Satellites for Amazon's Broadband Network

Blue Origin is set to launch 48 satellites for Amazon's broadband network using its New Glenn rocket. This follows a previous launch failure, with the next mission expected to take place from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, potentially on June 4.

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The Hill

FAA orders SpaceX to investigate Starship booster incident

The FAA has mandated that SpaceX investigate the recent incident involving its Starship booster, which lost control and crashed during a test flight. This directive was issued after the FAA assessed the circumstances surrounding the launch.

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Ars Technica

NASA Satellites Identify GPS Jammer Locations in Iran

NASA satellites have shown the ability to detect the approximate locations of GPS jammers, as demonstrated in an experiment in Iran. This capability could help improve safety for aircraft and ships navigating areas with GPS interference. Experts note that while exact locations cannot be pinpointed, the information could be beneficial for flight planning.

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New York Times — Business

NASA Announces Contracts for Two Rovers to Support Moon Base

NASA has awarded contracts for the development of two rovers to assist in its plans for a Moon base. The announcement was made on May 26, 2026, as part of the agency's ongoing efforts in lunar exploration.

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The Verge

NASA Announces Upcoming Lunar Missions for Moon Base Development

NASA has announced several lunar missions aimed at establishing a permanent Moon base, with the first mission, Moon Base I, scheduled for launch no earlier than fall 2026. These missions are part of the preparations for the Artemis crewed landing planned for 2028.

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Fox News — Latest

NASA Announces Three New Moon Missions Aimed at Establishing Permanent Lunar Presence by 2026

NASA has announced three new Moon missions aimed at establishing a permanent presence on the lunar surface by the end of 2026. The missions will test various technologies and support future astronaut missions, with a focus on the lunar south pole. This initiative is part of a broader plan to create a sustained lunar outpost.

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Ars Technica

NASA Announces Contracts for Lunar Base Rovers

NASA has awarded contracts to Astrolab and Lunar Outpost for the development of rovers intended for a lunar base, with deliveries scheduled for 2028. The rovers will be capable of autonomous operation and will support astronauts on the Moon.

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Washington Examiner

NASA Administrator to Brief Public on Moon Base Plans

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman will hold a news conference on May 26, 2026, to provide updates on plans for a moon base. This follows his March announcement of a $20 billion project and the recent Artemis II mission that included a lunar flyby.

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Ars Technica

SpaceX Launches First Test Flight of Upgraded Starship V3

On May 23, 2026, SpaceX successfully launched the first test flight of its upgraded Starship V3 rocket and Super Heavy booster from Texas. The rocket completed its flight by splashing down in the Indian Ocean, showing improved performance compared to earlier versions.

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Ars Technica

Four Russian Satellites Adjust Orbits Near ICEYE Radar Satellite

Four Russian military satellites have changed their orbits to match that of an ICEYE radar surveillance satellite, raising concerns about Russia's intentions. The adjustments were reported by Greg Gillinger, a retired Air Force space intelligence officer, based on open-source tracking data.

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Ars Technica

Discussion on Preservation of the International Space Station

NASA is preparing for the decommissioning of the International Space Station (ISS) by 2030. Experts gathered at the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum to discuss how to preserve significant artifacts from the ISS during a panel at the ASCEND conference.

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