space

Samsonite launches suitcase into space to test durability

Samsonite tested the durability of its Proxis Global Carry-on Spinner by launching it 40 kilometers into space, documenting the impressive descent back to Earth.

By WALLA! TOURISM
01/11/2024

Engineers use backup transmitter inactive since 1981 to reconnect with Voyager 1

The interruption began when communications with Voyager 1 ceased completely on October 19. Antennas around the world had not received any signals, leading engineers to realize there was an issue.

Astronomers observe black hole that may have formed gently

Black holes have previously been spotted orbiting with one other star or one other black hole in what are called binary systems.

By REUTERS
29/10/2024

Could Jupiter's moon be habitable? NASA sends 'Europa Clipper' to find out

The spacecraft will be NASA's first dedicated to studying a distant ice-covered moon in our solar system to determine whether it could be habitable for life. 

The final frog-tier? Scientists find 7 new frog species, name them after Star Trek captains

Those names may not mean anything to the layperson, but diehard fans will recognize them as being references to some of the most famous characters in science fiction.

16/10/2024

Astronomers observe early galaxy growth with new NASA telescope

Before using NASA's JWST telescope, studying galaxy growth at such an early stage in the universe was impossible.

NASA launches spacecraft to gauge if Jupiter's moon Europa can host life

It is the largest spacecraft NASA has built for a planetary mission, at about 100 feet (30.5 meters) long and about 58 feet (17.6 meters) wide with its antennas and solar arrays fully deployed.

By REUTERS
14/10/2024

Jerusalem scientists help shed light on large-scale cosmic structures

A new study, which included scientists from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, uncovers the Milky Way's position within vast cosmic structures.

Israel hopes to train first female astronaut with NASA, Gamliel says

Innovation, Science, and Technology Minister Gila Gamliel stressed the importance in training Israel's first female astronaut, as well as expanding cooperation with NASA.

15/09/2024
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