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Martian ‘Spiderwebs’
The Curiosity Mars rover has been exploring a region full of geologic formations called boxwork—low ridges standing roughly 3 to 6 feet tall with sandy hollows in between. These giant "spiderwebs" crisscross the surface for miles, suggesting ancient groundwater flowed on this part of the Red Planet later than scientists expected.
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Inside Project Hail Mary
NASA astronaut Kjell Lindgren takes a selfie with the people behind “Project Hail Mary” and the audience during a panel about the movie at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory on Feb. 25, 2026.
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NASA Celebrates America’s 250th Birthday
Our spirit of adventure and innovation will raise our nation to new heights.
From the earliest days of exploration, to the first steps on the Moon and the missions shaping our future, NASA represents the spirit of discovery that defines our nation. As the United States approaches its semiquincentennial, Freedom 250 highlights how innovation, courage, and scientific leadership have carried America forward — and how NASA continues to expand the frontier for the next generation.
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