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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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9:33

NASA's New Leader, a Runaway Black Hole, and Mars'...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/12/18

In this episode, we explore a series of groundbreaking developments in space exploration and astronomy. We start with the monumental announcement of Jared Isaacman, the billionaire entrepreneur and astronaut, as the new head of NASA, signaling a potential shift towards more commercially driven missions. Next, we delve into the astonishing discovery of a supermassive black hole racing through intergalactic space, leaving a trail of newborn stars in its wake—an incredible testament to the capabilities

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9:31

Earth-Like Planet Abundance, Alien Signals, and a...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/12/17

In this episode, we dive into some thought-provoking topics that could reshape our understanding of the universe. A groundbreaking study introduces the immersion theory, suggesting that Earth-like planets may be far more common than previously believed, thanks to the explosive influence of nearby supernovae. We also explore the Eschtachian hypothesis, which proposes that our first contact with extraterrestrial life might come in the form of a powerful signal from a civilization in distress

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11:11

A Silent Mars Orbiter Update, Interstellar Comet...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/12/16

In today's episode, we cover a wide array of intriguing updates from the cosmos, including a concerning communication loss with NASA's MAVEN spacecraft at Mars and the implications of its potential silence for ongoing research. We also highlight a successful rendezvous between two private spacecraft, showcasing advancements in autonomous orbital technologies. Additionally, we discuss the upcoming close approach of interstellar comet 3I Atlas, the fascinating discovery of primordial "dinosaur stars"

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9:53

Google's Galactic Data Centres, Near Misses in Orbit,...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/12/15

In today's episode, we delve into a series of captivating stories from the cosmos, including Google's ambitious Project Suncatcher, which aims to build data centers in space, harnessing solar power and the cold vacuum of space for efficiency. We also discuss a close encounter between a Chinese spacecraft and a SpaceX Starlink satellite, highlighting the urgent need for better space traffic management. Additionally, we explore a new theory suggesting that a rogue planet may have reshaped our solar

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9:35

Galactic Maps, Colour-Changing Spacesuits, and the...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/12/13

Episode Summary In today's episode, we explore a myriad of fascinating developments in space science, ranging from a groundbreaking new galactic map created by NASA's Nancy Chris Roman Space Telescope to innovative color-changing spacesuits designed to protect astronauts from radiation. We also discuss how Earth's magnetosphere may be enriching the Moon's soil with vital resources, a busy month for the International Space Station, and SpaceX's potential plans for an IPO. Finally, we take a closer

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11:20

Wheelchair Astronaut, Cosmic Fireworks, and the Race...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/12/12

### Episode Summary Today’s episode features groundbreaking developments in space exploration, including the historic journey of Michaela Benthouse, the first wheelchair user set to fly to space aboard Blue Origin's NS37 mission. We also delve into a major survey of the Magellanic Clouds, revealing insights into their interaction with our Milky Way. Additionally, we discuss surprising findings from NASA's Parker Solar Probe regarding solar recycling, the new race for lunar resources, and the

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8:48

Mars Mishaps, Earthly Tails, and the Hungry Hippo...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/12/11

Episode Summary Today’s episode dives into a whirlwind of cosmic news, featuring a communications hiccup with NASA's MAVEN orbiter at Mars, the astonishing discovery of Earth's magnetic tail, and the unveiling of NASA's new Rover Operations Center. We also explore the intriguing hints of a methane-rich atmosphere on an exoplanet detected by the James Webb Space Telescope, a groundbreaking dual-mode drone from China, and Rocket Lab's innovative "Hungry Hippo" fairing design for their upcoming

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9:33

Spacewalks, Supernovas, and the Mysteries of Super...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/12/10

### Episode Summary A thrilling spacewalk at the Tiangong Space Station, the discovery of the oldest supernova witnessed by the James Webb Telescope, and new insights into the chaotic nature of Super Jupiters highlight today's episode. We also explore the powerful winds generated by a supermassive black hole, showcasing the dynamic interactions in our universe.### Timestamps & Stories 01:05 – **Story 1: Marathon Spacewalk at Tiangong Space Station****Key Facts** - Two astronauts from the

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11:34

Stellar Explosions, Galactic Surprises, and the...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/12/09

### Episode Summary Real-time images of exploding stars, a surprisingly “gentle” supermassive black hole, the return of a long-duration Soyuz crew, a packed week of launches, Subaru’s first new exoplanet and brown-dwarf finds, and a controversial plan to light up the night sky with orbital mirrors.### Timestamps & Stories 00:00 – Cold Open 00:35 – Intro 01:05 – **Story 1: Astronomers watch novae explode in real time** **Key Facts** - First-ever direct imaging of two novae as they erupted

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12:55

Interstellar Mysteries, Solar Celebrations, and the...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/12/08

Mysterious Interstellar Object 3i Atlas: The interstellar object 3i Atlas is back in the spotlight, exhibiting strange behavior that has scientists puzzled. With non-gravitational acceleration and focused jets forming an anti-tail, its upcoming close approach to Earth on December 19th has prompted coordinated space defense drills among various nations, raising intriguing questions about its true nature.SOHO's 30th Anniversary: Celebrating 30 years of operation, the Solar and Heliospheric Observatory

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7:22

Cosmic Filaments, Earth 2.0, and Mayonnaise in Space

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/12/06

Discovery of a Cosmic Filament: Astronomers have uncovered a remarkable string of 14 galaxies spinning in unison within a colossal cosmic filament, a structure that is about 50 million light years long and rotates at an astounding 110 kilometers per second. This discovery reveals the profound influence of cosmic structures on galaxy formation.China's Earth 2.0 Initiative: The China National Space Agency has unveiled ambitious plans for their upcoming missions aimed at exploring Earth-like planets

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11:46

Cosmic Telescopes, Orbital Challenges, and the...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/12/05

Nancy Chris Roman Space Telescope Assembly Complete: NASA has successfully assembled the Nancy Chris Roman Space Telescope, a major milestone that brings us closer to its anticipated launch in May 2027. This powerful telescope, equipped with a 288-megapixel camera, promises to gather data hundreds of times faster than Hubble, potentially unveiling over 100,000 new exoplanets and billions of galaxies.Russian Soyuz Rocket Launch Damage: Following a successful launch to the International Space Station,

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10:42

Exploding Rockets, Cosmic Rays, and the Secrets of...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/12/04

China's Zhuqi 3 Rocket Launch: Landspace has successfully launched its Zhuqi 3 rocket, marking a significant milestone in the reusable rocket race. Although the first stage booster experienced a mishap during its landing attempt, the successful reach of orbit demonstrates the progress in China's commercial space industry.WASP 107B's Atmospheric Loss: The James Webb Space Telescope has captured stunning images of the gas giant WASP 107B, which is actively losing its atmosphere due to intense stellar

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12:07

From Earthly Concerns to Martian Innovations: A...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/12/03

Threat to the Atacama Desert: Scientists are raising alarms over a massive renewable energy project near Chile’s Atacama Desert, home to the Paranal Observatory. Concerns include potential light pollution, dust interference, and atmospheric heating that could compromise the region's exceptional astronomical conditions. The scientific community is advocating for solutions to minimize these impacts while balancing sustainable energy needs.Blue Origin's New Innovations: Blue Origin has unveiled

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13:04

Spacecraft Drama, Galactic Neighborhoods, and the...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/12/02

Emergency Return of Shenzhou 20: China's Shenzhou 20 spacecraft is making an uncrewed emergency return to Earth after sustaining damage from a micrometeoroid, which caused a crack in its window. The crew safely returned on a different vessel, marking a significant first for China's space program.Galactic Neighborhoods Matter: The Deep Extragalactic Visible Legacy Survey (DEVELS) reveals that a galaxy's local environment significantly influences its evolution. Galaxies in crowded clusters exhibit

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9:16

European Launch Ambitions, Starquake Mysteries, and...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/12/01

ESA's European Launcher Challenge: The European Space Agency is taking significant steps towards enhancing its commercial launch market, with member states committing over 900 million euros to the European Launcher Challenge. This initiative will see ESA acting as an anchor client, co-funding upgrades for private companies and stimulating competition and innovation in space launch services.Starquakes and Black Holes: Scientists are uncovering the mysteries of dormant black holes through the study of

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12:55

Private Telescopes, Troubled Launch Pads, and Webb's...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/11/29

Launch of the Mauve Telescope: A groundbreaking new space telescope named Mauve, about the size of a mini fridge, has successfully launched aboard a SpaceX transporter mission. Owned by Blue Skies Space, this private telescope will operate on a subscription model, offering unique ultraviolet data that could revolutionize astronomical research by providing dedicated access to space-based observations.Roscosmos Launch Pad Trouble: Following the successful launch of the Soyuz MS.28 crew to the ISS,

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9:24

Lightning on Mars, New Cosmic Objects, and the Future...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/11/28

Lightning on Mars: NASA's Perseverance rover has potentially captured the first direct evidence of lightning on Mars. Using its super-sensitive microphone, the rover recorded distinct crackling sounds, suggesting that electrical discharges may be caused by the planet's notorious dust storms. This discovery indicates that Mars has a more dynamic atmosphere than previously thought, raising excitement for future crewed missions.Thanksgiving Crew Launch: A crew of three, including one NASA astronaut and

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13:00

SpaceX Scrubs Launch, Mars Tracks Interstellar...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/11/27

(00:00:00) Astronomy Daily podcast features the latest news from across the cosmos(00:00:35) SpaceX scrubbed the launch of their Transporter 15 mission on Wednesday (00:02:45) SpaceX scrubbed its B1062 booster due to unspecified issue (00:04:26) Scientists used data from a spacecraft orbiting Mars to predict comet's path (00:05:42) Improved trajectory means telescopes and other spacecraft can track comet with greater accuracy (00:07:57) NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is scheduled for

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10:06

Dark Matter Breakthrough, Seven Rocket Launches, and...

Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates ·

2025/11/26

Breakthrough in Dark Matter Research: A potential game-changing discovery has emerged in the search for dark matter. An astronomer from the University of Tokyo has detected high-energy gamma rays that align with theoretical predictions for dark matter particle collisions. This intriguing signal could provide the first direct evidence of dark matter, specifically linked to the hypothesized WIMPs (weakly interacting massive particles), marking a monumental step in understanding one of the universe's

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