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Orionids 2026: when and how to watch
The Orionids peak on the night of Oct 21 into the morning of Oct 22. Go out after moonset, in the hours before dawn.
skywatchingSaturn at opposition, in binoculars
Saturn is at opposition on October 4, 2026, in Cetus at magnitude 0.3. A 10×50 shows a small bright oval; 10× will not pull the rings off the disk.
calendarWorld Space Week 2026
October 4 through 10 is World Space Week. The 2026 theme is "Rocket Revolution." This post is the calendar, not a second sky guide.
space-techEurope's Heavy-Lift Ariane 64 Debuts with Amazon Satellite Deployment
The powerful Ariane 64 rocket successfully completed its first mission, launching Amazon's Project Kuiper satellites and marking a new era for European spacefli
space-techThe Viking Paradox: Did We Find Martian Life in 1976 and Miss It?
New analysis suggests Viking landers may have detected microbial life on Mars nearly 50 years ago, but we dismissed the evidence. Time for a second look?
space-techMeet the Four Astronauts Flying SpaceX's Crew-12 Mission to the International Space Station
SpaceX's Crew-12 mission will send four astronauts to the ISS in 2025. Learn about the diverse crew representing NASA, JAXA, and Roscosmos.
space-techSpaceX Pivots Lunar: Musk's Moon-First Strategy Marks Major Shift
Elon Musk announces SpaceX will prioritize lunar settlement over Mars missions, reversing his previous stance calling the Moon a "distraction."
space-techSpaceium Takes First Step Toward Orbital Gas Stations with Robotic Arm Test
Startup successfully demonstrates refueling actuator in orbit, marking progress toward network of space-based service stations for satellites.
space-techAmazon's Kuiper Constellation Hooks Its First Maritime Partners
Amazon secures first reseller deals for Project Kuiper's satellite internet service, targeting ships at sea as the constellation prepares for deployment.
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