The launch of Katalyst’s robotic servicing spacecraft LINK on Northrop Grumman’s Pegasus XL rocket was postponed Thursday.
Launch of Swift Boost Mission Delayed, Teams Reviewing Data
NASA’s Eyes software: June release notes
A major update to Eyes on Exoplanets was released on June 11, 2026, complete with a brand-new tutorial. The introductory welcome screen was completely updated, and in a major upgrade, every single star in the app (4,716 stars and counting) now has its own description panel, similar to those of the exoplanets in the application. […]
Crew Splits Day Between Relaxing, Spacesuit Work, and Cardiac Research
Four Expedition 74 astronauts had a light duty day on Wednesday following the previous day’s spacewalk for external robotics maintenance. The remaining three crew members from Roscosmos focused on cardiac research and lab maintenance aboard the International Space Station.
NASA Data Helps CDC Track Air Quality During World Cup 2026
NASA air quality information is supporting CDC planning as World Cup crowds gather across North America.
Weather Delays Launch of Mission to Boost NASA’s Swift
The launch of Katalyst Space’s LINK, designed to boost the orbit of NASA’s Swift observatory, was postponed again Wednesday due to unfavorable weather conditions.
Sun Releases Strong Flare
The Sun emitted a strong solar flare, peaking at 4:50 p.m. ET on June 30. NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory, which watches the Sun constantly, captured an image of the event. Solar flares are powerful bursts of energy. Flares and solar eruptions can impact radio communications, electric power grids, navigation signals, and pose risks to spacecraft […]
Astronauts Repair Canadarm2 Robotic Arm and Complete Spacewalk
NASA astronauts Chris Williams and Jessica Meir concluded their spacewalk outside the International Space Station at 3:40 p.m. EDT. During the 7-hour, 20-minute spacewalk, Williams and Meir completed their primary objective to remove and replace a wrist joint on the Canadarm2 robotic arm.
Fireflies and Fireballs: Summer Stargazing with Meteor Watch Day, Asteroid Day
We’re at the onset of summer skywatching, with a double feature of the Southern Delta Aquariids and alpha Capricornids in July and the dazzling Perseids approaching in August. Before we step outside to enjoy the celestial fireworks, we’re kicking off the season by observing Meteor Watch Day and Asteroid Day, both today, June 30. Meteors […]
Spacewalkers Continuing Canadarm2 Robotic Arm Repairs
Spacewalkers Chris Williams and Jessica Meir successfully removed the wrist joint that malfunctioned on May 27 during Canadarm2 robotic arm operations. They now are working to install the replacement joint, which was already attached to the orbital complex.
Astronauts Begin Spacewalk to Repair Canadarm2 Robotic Arm
NASA astronauts Chris Williams and Jessica Meir began a spacewalk at 8:20 a.m. EDT today to replace a wrist joint that malfunctioned during normal Canadarm2 operations on May 27.