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Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates

Join hosts Anna & Avery for daily Space & Astronomy news, insights, and discoveries.Give us 10 minutes and we"ll give you the Universe!For more visit, our website and sign up for the free daily newsletter and check out our continually updated newsfeed. www.astronomydaily.io.Follow us on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, YouTube and TikTok ...just search for AstroDailyPod. Enjoy!Become a supporter of this podcast:

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15:25

Comet Encounters, Early Universe Revelations, and...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/10/08

Comet C/2025 A6 LEMMON Shines Bright: This October, Comet C/2025 A6 LEMMON makes a stunning encore appearance alongside Comet R2 Swan, offering a spectacular view for observers. Currently brightening, A6 LEMMON is set to reach perihelion on November 8th, providing an excellent opportunity for binocular enthusiasts to catch a glimpse of this celestial wanderer.Interstellar Comet 3I Atlas: The fascinating interstellar comet 3I Atlas is also on the radar, known for its unusual backward-looking tail due

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11:59

Breakthrough Cargo Craft, Juno's Mission Dilemma, and...

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2025/10/07

Revolutionary ARC Spacecraft: A new player in private spaceflight, Inversion, is set to change the game with its ARC spacecraft, designed to deliver cargo from orbit to Earth in under an hour. This hypersonic vehicle, targeting military applications, promises unprecedented rapid delivery capabilities and could redefine space logistics as we know it.Uncertain Future for Juno: NASA's Juno probe, which has been orbiting Jupiter since 2016, faces an uncertain future due to the ongoing US Government

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12:35

Bezos' Orbital Data Centers, Rare Alien...

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2025/10/06

Jeff Bezos' Vision for Orbital Data Centers: Jeff Bezos has proposed a revolutionary concept of building large-scale data centers in Earth's orbit within the next 10 to 20 years. This ambitious idea aims to leverage continuous solar power and extreme cold temperatures in space to optimize computing efficiency. However, the technical and economic challenges associated with such a venture are immense, with potential costs reaching into the tens of billions.The Rarity of Technological

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11:51

Gravitational Wave Breakthroughs, Exoplanet Water...

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2025/10/05

New Method for Detecting Gravitational Waves: Physicists are proposing a groundbreaking approach to detect mid-band gravitational waves, a frequency range currently unreachable by existing instruments. Utilizing optical resonator technology, this novel method could expand our understanding of systems like binary white dwarfs and massive black hole mergers, paving the way for a potential global network of detectors.Reevaluating Exoplanet Water Content: Recent research challenges the assumption that

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10:08

Supermoon Spectacle, Interstellar Comet Insights, and...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/10/03

Biggest Supermoon of 2025: Mark your calendars for October 6th at 11:48 PM Eastern Time, as we prepare for the largest supermoon of 2025. This full moon, known as the Harvest Moon, will appear up to 14% larger and 30% brighter than a typical micro moon, offering a stunning celestial display just after sunset.Interstellar Comet 3i Atlas: Excitement is building around the interstellar comet 3i Atlas, the third such object detected in our solar system. The European Space Agency is mobilizing three

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10:10

Enceladus' Ocean Secrets, Titan's Wobbling...

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2025/10/02

Enceladus: A Potential Haven for Life: New analysis of data from the Cassini spacecraft reveals that Enceladus, one of Saturn's moons, possesses complex chemical reactions in its subsurface ocean. This finding confirms that the moon has the essential conditions for a habitable environment, including liquid water, energy sources from hydrothermal vents, and organic molecules crucial for life.Strange Behavior of Titan's Atmosphere: Titan, Saturn's largest moon, is exhibiting unusual atmospheric

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10:20

Lunar Secret Unveiled, Galactic Waves Discovered, and...

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2025/10/01

Chang' E6 Mission Reveals Moon's Secrets: China's Chang' E6 mission has unveiled surprising thermal asymmetry on the Moon's far side, showing it is approximately 180 degrees Fahrenheit (100 degrees Celsius) cooler than the near side. This discovery sheds light on the Moon's dual characteristics, suggesting that uneven distribution of heat-producing elements during its formation played a crucial role in its geological history.Galactic Wave of Stars: Data from the European Space Agency's Gaia space

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10:29

Firefly's Setback, SpaceX's Competitive Edge, and...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/09/30

Firefly Aerospace Faces Setback: Firefly Aerospace's path to launching its Alpha rocket has hit another obstacle following an anomaly during a recent ground test in Texas. The loss of the first stage booster for Alpha Flight 7 adds to the challenges the company has faced, including a previous in-flight anomaly. Despite the setbacks, Firefly remains committed to investigating the issues and has other boosters in production, including plans for a larger rocket called Eclipse.SpaceX's Busy Launch

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10:16

Mysteries of a Rogue Planet, Astrosat's Ten-Year...

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2025/09/29

Rogue Planet's Dazzling Auroras: The James Webb Space Telescope has made an astonishing discovery of intense auroral displays on the rogue planet SIMP-0136, which drifts through interstellar space without a star. Researchers found that these auroras, likely generated by an unseen moon, contribute to heating the planet's upper atmosphere, with temperatures soaring over 1500 degrees Celsius and clouds composed of silicate grains.Astrosat Celebrates a Decade: India's first dedicated space astronomy

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14:17

Apollo's Legacy Mystery, Blue Origin's Next Steps,...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/09/27

Moon Rock Challenges Lunar History: A tiny moon rock collected by Apollo 17, sample 76535, is revolutionizing our understanding of the Moon's early history. New simulations suggest it formed deep within the Moon's crust and rose to the surface 4.25 billion years ago through a gentle process rather than a violent impact. This finding indicates that the Moon's large impact basins could be 300 million years older than previously thought, prompting a reevaluation of the heavy bombardment period that

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9:52

Dream Chaser Dilemmas, NISAR's Stunning Images, and...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/09/26

Sierra Space's Dream Chaser Faces Challenges: The Sierra Space Dream Chaser, designed for cargo delivery to the International Space Station, is encountering significant delays and cost overruns. With critical issues in its thermal protection system and flight software revealed during pre-flight testing, the timeline for its inaugural mission remains uncertain, reminding us of the complexities involved in developing reusable spaceplanes.NISAR Satellite Sends Stunning First Images: The NASA-ISRO joint

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9:48

Commercial Space Stations, Stellar Rescues, and...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/09/25

Commercial Space Station on the Horizon: Vast Space is set to launch Haven One, the world's first commercial space station, in May 2026 aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. Designed for a four-person crew, Haven One promises high-speed internet and stunning views of Earth, marking a significant step toward the future of human activity in low Earth orbit.Nasa's Swift Observatory Rescue Mission: NASA has awarded Catalyst Space Technologies a $30 million contract to rescue the aging Swift Observatory,

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12:12

IMAP Launch Countdown, BION's Space Ark, and Hubble's...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/09/24

NASA and SpaceX Prepare for Major Launch: The countdown is on for the launch of NASA's Interstellar Mapping and Acceleration Probe (IMAP) from Cape Canaveral this Wednesday. Designed to study the heliosphere, IMAP aims to enhance our understanding of cosmic radiation and protect future astronauts on long-duration missions. Joining IMAP on the Falcon 9 rocket is NOAA's Space Weather Follow-on L1 satellite, crucial for monitoring solar activity, and the Carruthers Geo Corona Observatory, which will

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10:19

Aussie Satellite Snapshots, Space Command's Close...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/09/23

Australia's Spirit Satellite Takes Selfies in Orbit: The Spirit nanosatellite has successfully completed its first mission phase, orbiting Earth for over 600 days and taking selfies to confirm its systems are operational. Equipped with an Italian Space Agency instrument to detect gamma ray bursts, Spirit features an autonomous repointing system that allows it to respond immediately to cosmic events, showcasing the potential of AI in space exploration.US and UK Military Satellites Conduct Historic

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10:07

Artemis 3 Delays, Hayabusa2's New Mission, and...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/09/22

NASA's Artemis 3 Mission Faces High Risk of Delay: The Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel has raised concerns regarding the timeline for the Artemis 3 mission, warning that SpaceX's Starship may not be ready for the planned late 2026 lunar landing. Key issues include the need for successful flight tests and the unproven capability of propellant transfer in orbit, raising questions about contingency plans for the mission.Hayabusa2's Extended Mission to Asteroid 1998 KY26: Japan's Hayabusa2 spacecraft is

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14:15

Viper's Lunar Revival, Asteroid Threats, and Ancient...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/09/20

NASA's Viper Rover Gets a Second Chance: After facing potential cancellation, NASA's Viper lunar rover has been revived thanks to a new $190 million partnership with Blue Origin. Set to launch in late 2027, Viper will explore the moon's south pole for water ice deposits, crucial for future lunar missions and the Artemis program. This rover, equipped with advanced instruments, aims to analyze ice composition and distribution, potentially transforming lunar exploration.Asteroid 2024 YR4 Threatens the

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13:04

Cygnus XL Debut, Eclipse Wonders, and the Secrets of...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/09/19

Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL Arrives at ISS: Northrop Grumman's new Cygnus XL freighter successfully docked with the International Space Station on September 18, marking a significant milestone in commercial space transportation. This jumbo-sized cargo vessel can carry approximately 11,000 pounds of supplies, enhancing delivery capabilities for the ISS. The spacecraft, named SS William Willie McCool, is equipped with advanced systems and will remain docked until March 2026, providing ample time for

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12:09

Mars' Ozone Revelation, Russia's Satellite Challenge,...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/09/18

Surprising Ozone Discovery on Mars: Scientists have detected an unexpected surge of ozone in Mars's polar vortex during winter, suggesting that the planet may have once had a protective ozone layer similar to Earth's. This finding, presented at the Europlanet Science Congress, could reshape our understanding of Mars's atmospheric history and its potential to support life in the past.Russia's Ambitious Satellite Internet Plans: In a bold move to challenge SpaceX, Russia is developing its own

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12:24

Cygnus Setbacks, Black Hole Mysteries, and the...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/09/17

Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL Faces Propulsion Issues: Northrop Grumman's new Cygnus XL spacecraft is experiencing propulsion troubles during its debut mission, delaying its docking with the International Space Station. With a capacity to carry over 11,000 pounds, this setback highlights the complexities of resupply missions crucial for ISS operations and scientific research.Magnetic Field Reversal of M87 Black Hole: The Event Horizon Telescope has made a groundbreaking observation of the

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15:49

Moon's Slow Farewell, Alien Civilization Odds, and...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/09/16

The Moon's Slow Drift Away from Earth: Discover how our Moon is gradually drifting away from Earth at a rate of approximately 1.5 inches per year, a phenomenon measured precisely using retroreflector mirrors left by Apollo astronauts. This cosmic dance has fascinating implications for Earth's rotation and the future of total solar eclipses, which will become increasingly rare as the Moon moves further away.Rarity of Alien Civilizations: New research suggests that the existence of technological

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