NASA probe captures stunning photos of Earth and moon on the way to infamous asteroid Apophis

A newly discovered tectonic regime, referred to as Earth's 'episodic-squishy lid,' may provide insights into the dynamic nature of Earth's tectonic plates, contrasting with the stagnant geology of Venus. This finding could reshape our understanding of planetary habitability and tectonic activity.

The recent launch of two cosmonauts and a NASA astronaut to the International Space Station resulted in damage to Russia's only active launch pad at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. This incident raises concerns about the infrastructure supporting space missions, particularly for Russia's space program.

NASA astronauts have begun training with the new Axiom Extravehicular Mobility Unit, a next-generation spacesuit designed for upcoming crewed Artemis missions. This training includes practical exercises, such as swimming, to familiarize astronauts with the suit's capabilities in various environments.

NASA's Perseverance rover is currently positioned to observe the far side of the Sun as Mars passes behind it, allowing for unique solar activity monitoring. This initiative aims to enhance understanding of solar phenomena and their potential impacts on space exploration.

NASA has recently revealed significant findings regarding the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, confirming its comet-like characteristics through new images captured by its spacecraft. This development marks an important step in understanding this celestial body as it travels through the solar system.