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This Week In Space podcast: Episode 120 —Remembering Apollo 11 & Looking Ahead

On Episode 120 of This Week In Space, Rod and Tariq dive into the 55th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing.

Space · Jul 20, 2024

Elon Musk v California: what exits of X and SpaceX mean for the Golden state

The billionaire’s companies enjoyed major tax breaks in the state. Now, he’s declared it intolerable and ordered his firms to Texas

The Guardian - US · Jul 20, 2024

The future of space exploration: How astronomy, space travel and the search for life may change by 2049 (video)

Celebrating 25 years of covering countless advancements in space exploration and astronomy, Space.com's live virtual panel discussed some of the most impactful discoveries and what may still be yet to come.

Space · Jul 20, 2024

Elon Musk’s crusade against California is causing Tesla sales in the Golden State to plummet

Musk does not appear to be doing Tesla any favors by constantly agitating against left-leaning issues popular among his mainly progressive customers.

Fortune · Jul 19, 2024

Where will we be in space in 2049? A look at spaceflight over the next 25 years

The next quarter-century in space exploration could be historic, the era in which humanity finally establishes a foothold on the moon and Mars.

Space · Jul 19, 2024

Musk’s full-throated backing of Trump is uncharted territory for a tech boss

X CEO’s support for Trump is a break from the role that major social media heads have played in US politics

The Guardian - US · Jul 19, 2024

SpaceX launches to ISS are under independent NASA review after rare Falcon 9 rocket failure

SpaceX is trying to get its Falcon 9 re-approved for satellite launches with the Federal Aviation Administration. But NASA says it needs to take an independent look before more ISS launches of astronauts or cargo takes place.

Space · Jul 18, 2024

Looking ahead to the next 25 years of private space stations

On Space.com's 25th anniversary, here's a look at the next 25 years of commercial space stations that are set to replace the International Space Station in low Earth orbit and beyond.

Space · Jul 18, 2024

How NASA and SpaceX will bring down the space station when it's retired

SpaceX will use a powerful, souped-up capsule to shove the International Space Station out of orbit once time is up for the sprawling lab

The Independent UK · Jul 17, 2024

ISS could 'drift down' for a year before SpaceX vehicle destroys it in Earth's atmosphere

It will take some time for the ISS to come down to Earth in the 2030s. NASA says it will take about 12 to 18 months to naturally fall back to our planet before a new SpaceX deorbit vehicle pushes it back into Earth's atmosphere.

Space · Jul 17, 2024