NASA and SpaceX Manage First US Astronaut Launch From US Soil Since 2011 On May 30th, 2020, NASA and SpaceX successfully launched two astronauts into space from US soil. This was the first time that an American spacecraft has launched astronauts into space from the United States since 2011. The mission, known as Demo-2, was launched from Kennedy Space Center in Florida and marked the first time a private company has sent astronauts into space. The mission was a success and the astronauts, Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley, arrived safely at the International Space Station on the 31st of May. This mission is a major milestone for the commercial space industry and for space exploration in general.

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01.06.2023

Mars helicopter Ingenuity went silent for 'agonizing' 6 days in April | Space

NASA's Mars helicopter Ingenuity didn't check in with its handlers for nearly a week this spring, and communications could continue to be spotty for a while yet.

Space.com

02.06.2023

See Mars buzz the stars of the Beehive Cluster tonight | Space

Mars will be appear to be in the midst of the stars of the Beehive Cluster tonight, offering a chance for skywatchers to observe two fascinating objects at once.

Space.com

02.06.2023

Watch live views of Mars from a European probe in a 1st-of-its-kind livestream today | Space

The European Space Agency will livestream imagery from Mars Express in near-real time today (June 2) to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the orbiter's launch.

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02.06.2023

European probe beams Mars views to Earth in 1st-ever video feat | Space

The European Space Agency held the first-ever "livestream from Mars" today (June 2), beaming home photos from its Mars Express orbiter in near-real time.

Space.com

03.06.2023

See the Full Strawberry Moon of June share the sky 3 planets on June 3 | Space

June's Strawberry moon rises tonight (June 3) and is joined by Jupiter, Mars and a half Venus in the night sky.

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05.06.2023

The good little robot

Look at that thing. It’s beautiful. That’s Ingenuity, the drone that was sent to Mars on the Perseverance mission. It was intended to be a proof-of-concept test, expected to fly for onl…

Space.com

05.06.2023

Super Bowl champ Richard Sherman on suiting up for Fox's 'Stars on Mars' (exclusive) | Space

An exclusive interview with former NFL superstar Richard Sherman about his participation in the Fox show 'Stars on Mars.'

Space.com

06.06.2023

NASA's moon car for Artemis astronauts is inspired by Mars rovers | Space

NASA wants a new lunar terrain vehicle that not only can transport astronauts on the moon, but also has robotic capabilities and instruments similar to a Mars rover.

Mashable

06.06.2023

The planets Venus and Mars are amazing in June, and you should look up | Mashable

NASA encourages the public to gaze at the planets, stars, and beyond in June 2023. Venus and Mars are especially vivid.

Space.com

06.06.2023

Should future Mars missions have all-female crews? | Space

Statistics show that women are better astronauts than men, but gender diversity is key to a successful Mars mission, experts say.

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Mars helicopter Ingenuity went silent for 'agonizing' 6 days in April | Space

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