Celebration of Space - June 19, 2026
Reported by Scott MacNeill's Columns
On Sunday, June 21, 2026 at 4:25 am ET, Earth will arrive at the point in its orbit where the Northern Hemisphere is at maximum tilt (23.4°) towards the Sun. This is the Summer Solstice and marks the first day of the summer season in the Northern Hemisphe...
- By: Scott MacNeill
- On: Fri, 19 Jun 2026 13:30:27 EDT
Swift spacecraft rescue mission delayed after launch issue
Reported by Space | EarthSky
NASA is launching a mission to save the Swift spacecraft from falling back to Earth. As of early July 2, three launch attempts have been aborted.
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- By: Space | EarthSky
- On: Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:50 +0000
Complex carbon in Mars rocks: Another clue to past life?
Reported by Space | EarthSky
Scientists have found complex carbon in Mars rocks that the Perseverance rover has studied. They're the same rocks found in 2024 to contain hints of life.
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- By: Space | EarthSky
- On: Thu, 02 Jul 2026 11:10 +0000
Huge magma systems on Mars existed below the surface
Reported by Space | EarthSky
Scientists have found evidence of enormous ancient magma systems on Mars. They show that Mars' volcanic systems were once more complex than 1st thought.
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- By: Space | EarthSky
- On: Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:30 +0000
What’s Up: July 2026 Skywatching Tips from NASA
Reported by NASA
A predawn Moon-and-planets meetup, a returning comet, a great chance to see the Milky Way, and Saturn’s rings at a new angle. Skywatching Highlights Transcript An early morning hangout with the Moon and planets, a comet swings by, prime time for the Milk...
- By: NASA
- On: Thu, 02 Jul 2026 00:22 +0000
NASA’s Chandra Examines Milky Way at Arms’ Length
Reported by NASA
A new result using NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory shows that the outer spiral arms in the Milky Way galaxy may reach wider than previously thought. This finding may lead astronomers to adjust their understanding of our home galaxy’s structure. A team...
- By: NASA
- On: Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:17 +0000