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Space exploration is advancing at an unprecedented pace. Multiple nations and private companies are simultaneously pursuing ambitious missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond. NASA's Artemis program is returning humans to the lunar surface, while the James Webb Space Telescope continues to rewrite our understanding of the early universe with observations of galaxies formed just hundreds of millions of years after the Big Bang. Meanwhile, Mars rovers Curiosity and Perseverance are actively exploring the Martian surface, searching for signs of ancient microbial life and preparing for future human missions.

Our Space News Hub curates the latest imagery and updates from NASA's vast archive, organizing them into four key categories: Missions covers active spacecraft and crewed expeditions; Discoveries highlights breakthrough findings in astrophysics, planetary science, and astrobiology; Technology showcases engineering innovations from propulsion systems to life support; and Earth Science focuses on how space-based observation helps us understand climate change, natural disasters, and environmental systems on our home planet.

For daily curated astronomy content, visit the Astronomy Picture of the Day. To track upcoming missions, see the launch schedule. Monitor solar activity that drives space weather, or explore Mars rover photos for the latest imagery from the Red Planet.

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NASA Employees View SLS Rocket Hardware Before its Upcoming Move to NASA Kennedy
FeaturedAug 14, 2025

NASA Employees View SLS Rocket Hardware Before its Upcoming Move to NASA Kennedy

These images show NASA employees attending an event August 14, 2025, at Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama, to view the Orion stage adapter for Artemis II before it is transported...

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Missions

Latest updates from ongoing and upcoming space missions

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA.  -  A popular exhibit at the KSC Visitor Complex, the Mad Mission to Mars 2025, seen beyond the crossover, is a live-action stage show that combines stereoscopic 3-D computer animation and spectacular theatrical effects.
Jul 22, 2003

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - A popular exhibit at the KSC Visitor Complex, the Mad Mission to Mars 2025, seen beyond the crossover, is a live-action stage show that combines stereoscopic 3-D computer animation and spectacular theatrical effects.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - A popular exhibit at the KSC Visitor Complex, the Mad Mission to Mars 2025, seen beyond...

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA.  -  Several exhibit entrances within the KSC Visitor Complex are seen: The Universe Theatre, which shows the film “Quest for Life”;  Mad Mission to Mars 2025, a live-action stage show; and, in the background, the Rocket Garden, featuring eight authentic rockets from the past.
Jul 22, 2003

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - Several exhibit entrances within the KSC Visitor Complex are seen: The Universe Theatre, which shows the film “Quest for Life”; Mad Mission to Mars 2025, a live-action stage show; and, in the background, the Rocket Garden, featuring eight authentic rockets from the past.

KENNEDY SPACE CENTER, FLA. - Several exhibit entrances within the KSC Visitor Complex are seen: The Universe...

NASA Employees View SLS Rocket Hardware Before its Upcoming Move to NASA Kennedy
Aug 14, 2025

NASA Employees View SLS Rocket Hardware Before its Upcoming Move to NASA Kennedy

These images show NASA employees attending an event August 14, 2025, at Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville,...

: NASA Employees View SLS Rocket Hardware Before its Upcoming Move to NASA Kennedy
Aug 14, 2025

: NASA Employees View SLS Rocket Hardware Before its Upcoming Move to NASA Kennedy

These images show NASA employees attending an event August 14, 2025, at Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville,...

Discoveries

Groundbreaking discoveries from space exploration

Space Shuttle Discovery mounted atop a NASA 747 Shuttle Carrier
Apr 17, 2012

Space Shuttle Discovery mounted atop a NASA 747 Shuttle Carrier

Space Shuttle Discovery mounted atop a NASA 747 Shuttle Carrier Aircraft at Washington Dulles Airport the first...

Space Shuttle Discovery mounted atop a NASA 747 Shuttle Carrier
Apr 17, 2012

Space Shuttle Discovery mounted atop a NASA 747 Shuttle Carrier

Space Shuttle Discovery mounted atop a NASA 747 Shuttle Carrier Aircraft at Washington Dulles Airport the first...

Space Shuttle Discovery mounted atop a NASA 747 Shuttle Carrier
Apr 17, 2012

Space Shuttle Discovery mounted atop a NASA 747 Shuttle Carrier

Space Shuttle Discovery mounted atop a NASA 747 Shuttle Carrier Aircraft at Washington Dulles Airport the first...

Space Shuttle Discovery mounted atop a NASA 747 Shuttle Carrier
Apr 17, 2012

Space Shuttle Discovery mounted atop a NASA 747 Shuttle Carrier

Space Shuttle Discovery mounted atop a NASA 747 Shuttle Carrier Aircraft at Washington Dulles Airport the first...

Technology

Space technology innovations and engineering achievements

Innovation Days - Innovation Showcase
Nov 19, 2019

Innovation Days - Innovation Showcase

Barbara Brown, chief technologist at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida, speaks to Kennedy employees inside the...

Chief Technologist Innovation
Aug 2, 2018

Chief Technologist Innovation

Melanie Pickett, from the Exploration Research and Technology Programs directorate, presents her proposal during the...

Innovation Days - Innovation Showcase
Nov 19, 2019

Innovation Days - Innovation Showcase

Kennedy Space Center employees participate in an innovation showcase on Nov. 19, 2019, in the Florida spaceport’s...

Innovation Days - Innovation Showcase
Nov 19, 2019

Innovation Days - Innovation Showcase

Two Kennedy Space Center employees engage in conversation during an innovation showcase on Nov. 19, 2019, in the...

Earth Science

Earth observation, climate science, and environmental monitoring

A-Train Artist Concept
Oct 4, 2005

A-Train Artist Concept

This artist concept shows how NASA’s CALIPSO and CloudSat will fly in formation with other Earth Observing Satellites.

Landsat Celebrates 40 Years of Observing Earth
Dec 8, 2017

Landsat Celebrates 40 Years of Observing Earth

An artist's rendition of the next Landsat satellite, the Landsat Data Continuity Mission (LDCM) that will launch in...

NASA Newest SeaWinds Instrument Breezes Into Operation
Feb 24, 2003

NASA Newest SeaWinds Instrument Breezes Into Operation

One of NASA newest Earth-observing instruments, the SeaWinds scatterometer aboard Japan Advanced Earth Observing...

NASA Terra Satellite Sees Amazon Fires in Peru
Nov 5, 2019

NASA Terra Satellite Sees Amazon Fires in Peru

This satellite image, taken by NASA's Earth-observing Terra satellite on Aug. 18, 2019, shows the ECOSTRESS study...

Frequently Asked Questions About Space News

Where does Cosmos Observatory get space news?+
Our space news is curated from NASA's Image and Video Library API, which indexes content from all NASA centers, missions, and programs. Content is organized into categories including missions, discoveries, technology, and Earth science, and is updated hourly to provide the latest available imagery and information from ongoing space exploration efforts.
How often is space news updated?+
The Space News Hub is refreshed every hour with the latest content from NASA. Major missions and events may generate multiple updates per day, including new imagery from Mars rovers, ISS activities, telescope observations, and rocket launches. For real-time launch updates, visit our dedicated Launch Schedule page.
Can I use NASA news images for my project?+
Most NASA images featured in our news section are in the public domain and free to use for educational, informational, and personal purposes without requiring permission. Credit NASA as the source. Some images may feature identifiable individuals or third-party content requiring additional permissions. Always check the specific usage rights on each image detail page.
What are the best sources for space news?+
For authoritative space news, NASA.gov is the primary source for U.S. space missions and discoveries. ESA (European Space Agency), JAXA (Japan), ISRO (India), and CSA (Canada) publish updates on their respective programs. Cosmos Observatory aggregates NASA imagery and data to provide a visual, curated space news experience alongside tools for exploring planets, launches, and astronomy.

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