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10:46

NASA’s Silent Moon Orbiter and Historic All-Female...

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2025/05/02

In today's episode, we delve into NASA's efforts to revive the Lunar Trailblazer moon orbiter, which has gone silent since its launch. We also celebrate a milestone in space exploration with NASA's fifth all-female spacewalk, featuring astronauts Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers. Additionally, we discuss the FAA's grounding of Firefly Aerospace's Alpha rocket following a launch failure, impacting future space missions. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News

04:55

NASA and Boeing’s Bold Shift: The Future of Thin-Wing...

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2025/05/02

Explore NASA and Boeing's strategic pivot towards thin-wing aircraft technology, a move poised to revolutionize aviation with enhanced efficiency and sustainability. Discover the implications for the aerospace industry and the potential benefits for future commercial airliners. Join us as we delve into this groundbreaking collaboration and its impact on the future of

11:21

China’s Space Triumph and a Celestial ’Smiley Face’

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2025/04/25

Explore China's successful Shenzhou 20 mission to the Tiangong space station, marking a significant milestone in their space exploration efforts. Discover the rare celestial 'smiley face' alignment of Venus, Saturn, and the crescent Moon, captivating stargazers worldwide. Plus, delve into the dramatic disintegration of Comet SWAN as it nears the Sun, offering astronomers a unique opportunity to study cometary behavior. Join us for these stories and more on Simply

08:44

SpaceX’s Milestone Mission and Comet SWAN’s...

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2025/04/24

In today's episode, we delve into SpaceX's successful 32nd resupply mission to the ISS, highlighting its scientific payloads and technological advancements. We also cover the unfortunate disintegration of Comet C/2025 F2 (SWAN), which dashed hopes for a celestial spectacle. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News

08:40

SpaceX’s Spy Satellite Triumph and Comet SWAN’s Fiery...

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2025/04/23

In today's episode, we delve into SpaceX's successful launch of the NROL-145 mission, marking a significant advancement in U.S. national security with the deployment of spy satellites. We also explore the dramatic disintegration of Comet C/2025 F2 (SWAN) as it neared the Sun, providing astronomers with valuable insights into cometary behavior. Join us for these stories and more on Simply

09:08

SpaceX’s Dual Triumph: Spy Satellites and ISS Resupply

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2025/04/22

In today's episode, we delve into SpaceX's recent achievements: the successful launch of the NROL-145 mission for the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office and the SpX-32 Cargo Mission to the International Space Station. Discover how these missions enhance U.S. space reconnaissance capabilities and support the ISS's operations. Join us as we explore the implications of these developments for future space exploration and international

07:45

NASA Expands Deep Space Network and Comet SWAN’s...

Simply Space ·

2025/04/21

Join us as we explore NASA's latest investment in deep space communication with a new antenna in Australia, enhancing global space exploration efforts. Plus, delve into the intriguing disintegration of Comet C/2025 F2 (SWAN) as it nears the Sun, offering astronomers a rare real-time observation opportunity. Discover the latest developments in space exploration and astronomy on today's episode of Simply

08:53

Historic All-Women Spaceflight and Australia’s New...

Simply Space ·

2025/04/20

Blue Origin makes history with its first all-women spaceflight, featuring a diverse crew from various fields. Meanwhile, NASA expands its Deep Space Network in Australia with a cutting-edge dish, enhancing global space communication. Discover the significance of these milestones and their impact on the future of space exploration and gender

12:12

Historic All-Female Space Crew and James Webb’s...

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2025/04/19

Join us as we explore Blue Origin's historic NS-31 mission, marking the first all-female crew in space since 1963, featuring pop star Katy Perry. Discover the groundbreaking achievements of the James Webb Space Telescope, including the detection of the most distant hydrogen emission and auroras on Neptune. Plus, learn about NASA's new communication dish in Australia, enhancing our deep space network capabilities. Tune in for these stories and more on Simply

07:28

Comet SWAN’s Rare Visit and ULA’s Vulcan Centaur Delays

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2025/04/18

Explore the celestial spectacle of Comet SWAN, visible for the first time in 740,000 years, and learn about its viewing opportunities. Plus, delve into the delays facing United Launch Alliance's Vulcan Centaur rocket as it prepares for its inaugural U.S. Space Force mission. Discover the factors influencing these developments and what they mean for future space

11:07

SpaceX’s Next ISS Mission and Webb’s Cosmic Breakthrough

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2025/04/17

Join us as we explore SpaceX's upcoming CRS-32 mission to the International Space Station, set for April 21, 2025, and delve into the groundbreaking discovery by the James Webb Space Telescope of the most distant hydrogen glow ever observed. We also discuss the challenges faced by Skyora in the 'space taxi' market and the latest advancements in urban air mobility. Tune in for these stories and more on Simply

12:22

Historic All-Female Space Launch and Uranus’ Day...

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2025/04/13

Join us as we explore Blue Origin's groundbreaking all-female crew launch, marking a new era in space tourism and gender representation. Discover the diverse crew members and the mission's significance. Plus, delve into SpaceX's latest Starlink advancements and the precise measurement of a day on Uranus, a breakthrough that could shape future missions. Tune in for these stories and more on Simply

05:06

Soyuz MS-27: A New Era of International Space...

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2025/04/09

Join us as we delve into the successful launch of the Soyuz MS-27 mission, marking a significant milestone in international space cooperation. Discover the diverse crew's journey to the International Space Station, their mission objectives, and the symbolic significance of this expedition. Learn how this mission contributes to our understanding of long-duration spaceflight and the future of space

04:35

Amazon’s Project Kuiper: A New Era in Satellite Internet

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2025/04/08

Amazon is set to launch its first batch of Project Kuiper satellites, marking a pivotal moment in its quest to provide global broadband connectivity. Competing with SpaceX's Starlink, this mission aims to deploy 27 satellites into low Earth orbit, showcasing significant technological advancements. Discover how Amazon plans to revolutionize the satellite internet industry and what this means for underserved regions

04:29

Asteroid 2025 BC10’s Close Encounter: Insights and...

Simply Space ·

2025/04/07

Explore the recent flyby of asteroid 2025 BC10 and its significance for planetary defense. Learn how astronomers track near-Earth objects and the ongoing efforts to enhance detection and monitoring systems. Join us for an in-depth discussion on the importance of these celestial events for future

04:44

SpaceX’s Starlink Expansion: 28 Satellites Launched...

Simply Space ·

2025/04/06

SpaceX successfully launches 28 Starlink V2 Mini satellites, marking the 19th flight for its first-stage booster. Discover how this mission contributes to global internet connectivity and the significance of reusable rocket technology. Join us as we explore the details and implications of SpaceX's latest achievement in space

13:05

Asteroid Near-Miss and SpaceX’s Historic Splashdown

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2025/04/05

In today's episode, we delve into NASA's close monitoring of Asteroid 2024 YR4, initially feared as a 'city-killer,' and its potential lunar impact. We also celebrate SpaceX's Fram2 mission, marking a milestone in private space exploration with its successful Pacific Ocean splashdown. Plus, updates on NASA's Earth observation advancements and challenges. Join us for these stories and more on Simply

05:07

Amazon’s Project Kuiper: A New Era for Global Internet

Simply Space ·

2025/04/04

Amazon is set to launch its first major batch of Project Kuiper satellites, aiming to provide global high-speed internet. Scheduled for April 9, 2025, this launch marks a significant step in Amazon's $10 billion satellite internet initiative. Discover how this ambitious project plans to compete with SpaceX's Starlink and its potential impact on global connectivity, especially in underserved

03:56

Solar Flare Alert: Potential Geomagnetic Storms Loom

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2025/04/03

A significant M5.6-class solar flare from sunspot AR4046 raises concerns of geomagnetic storms. Experts discuss the potential impacts on Earth, including disruptions to radio communications and increased solar radiation levels. Authorities remain vigilant as the sunspot rotates into an Earth-facing position, with a 25% chance of an X-class flare in the coming days. Stay informed on how this solar activity could affect aviation, power grids, and satellite

07:43

SpaceX’s Fram2 Mission Breaks New Ground in Polar...

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2025/04/02

Join us as we delve into SpaceX's historic Fram2 mission, the first private astronaut journey to Earth's polar regions. Discover the mission's scientific objectives, including aurora documentation and microgravity experiments, and learn about the international crew aboard the Crew Dragon Resilience. Plus, get the latest updates on SpaceX's rescheduled Starlink satellite launch, aimed at expanding global internet coverage. Tune in for these stories and more on Simply

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