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3I/ATLAS Update: Experts Warn Collision With Earth Would Bring Catastrophe

Experts explained what could happen to Earth if 3I/ATLAS hit it. Will it be the end of humanity?

International Business Times · Oct 23, 2025

Rocket Lab Stock Is Gaining Momentum: What's Going On? (CORRECTED)

Editor’s note: This story has been updated to reflect Rocket Lab’s role as a launch solutions provider in NASA’s CAPSTONE mission.

Benzinga · Oct 23, 2025

Scientists watch rings forming around a solar system world for the 1st time

Chiron is forming a ring system, and scientists seem to have caught the action.

Space · Oct 23, 2025

Is 3I/ATLAS a Real Threat? NASA's Sudden Planetary Defense Activation Sparks Viral Debate

For the first time in history, the UN-endorsed IAWN has designated an interstellar object, 3I/ATLAS, as a planetary defence target. Learn why this historic campaign is happening now.

International Business Times UK · Oct 23, 2025

See a razor-thin crescent moon line up with Mars and Mercury at sunset on Oct. 23

The waxing moon will appear alongside Mars and Mercury as the sun sets on Oct. 23

Space · Oct 22, 2025

'Sean Dummy': Why is Elon Musk attacking the acting NASA chief?

Elon Musk has hammered acting NASA chief Sean Duffy repeatedly on social media over the past few days, calling him "Sean Dummy" and claiming he's "trying to kill NASA." Here's what may be going on.

Space · Oct 22, 2025

Giant star Betelgeuse has a 'Betelbuddy' — and it's very little indeed

Astronomers have sighted Betelgeuse’s mysterious companion — and it’s turning out to be full of surprises.

Space · Oct 22, 2025

The Smithsonian might have to cut space shuttle Discovery into pieces to get it to Texas

In a letter to Congress, museum officials have warned the shuttle may need to be partially disassembled in order to be transferred, risking irreversible damage to one of the most meticulously preserved pieces of spaceflight history.

Space · Oct 22, 2025

SpaceX Says 'Disabled' 2,500 Starlink Devices At Myanmar Scam Centres

SpaceX has cut service to more than 2,500 Starlink internet devices at Myanmar scam centres, a company executive said Wednesday, after AFP revealed that their use had exploded in the illicit industry.

International Business Times · Oct 22, 2025

'Trying to Kill NASA': Elon Musk Accuses Acting Chief Sean Duffy of Botching the Lunar Program

Elon Musk ignited a fierce public feud with Acting NASA Administrator Sean Duffy, calling him 'Sean Dummy' and suggesting he had a '2-digit IQ' in a dramatic series of posts on X.

International Business Times UK · Oct 22, 2025