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Science & Space

NASA Charts Bold Lunar Future, Ditches Space Station Plans

NASA is shifting its focus from the lunar Gateway to a permanent Moon base, outlining a phased approach for settlement. This strategy change impacts international partnerships and commercial LEO plans. Meanwhile, Artemis II crew prepares for launch amidst a busy launch schedule and new lunar impact discoveries.

3 weeks ago
Geopolitics

NASA Ditches Moon Orbit Station for Lunar Base Construction

NASA is canceling its Lunar Gateway space station plans to build a $20 billion base on the Moon's surface over seven years. This strategic shift prioritizes establishing a lasting human presence and conducting research directly on the Moon. The move supports the Artemis program's goal of returning astronauts to the lunar surface.

3 weeks ago
Science & Space

NASA’s Asteroid Mission: From Mars Dream to Lunar Gateway

NASA's ambitious Asteroid Redirect Mission (ARM), designed as a stepping stone to Mars, aimed to capture a small asteroid boulder and tow it to lunar orbit for astronaut testing. Though cancelled, its advanced propulsion and robotic technologies live on in NASA's Lunar Gateway and future deep space exploration plans.

2 months ago