Space & Astronomy

Sky-watchers can anticipate a rare double peak in meteor activity this week, offering a unique opportunity to observe two major showers in one night.

• Curious Minds Team
• July 31, 2026

An upper stage from a past space mission is confirmed to impact the Moon on August 5, 2026, raising questions about space debris and lunar safety.

• Curious Minds Team
• July 30, 2026

Goes-19 weather satellite has entered Safe Hold mode, raising concerns about its ongoing data collection and mission status.

• Curious Minds Team
• July 30, 2026

A Harvard astrophysicist has developed a physically accurate, interactive black hole model that can be placed in a room, simulating relativistic physics live in a browser.

• Curious Minds Team
• July 27, 2026

SpaceX streamed the Starship Flight 13 launch, marking a key test for the spacecraft. This report covers confirmed facts, significance, and next steps.

• Curious Minds Team
• July 25, 2026

India’s private aerospace firm achieves historic milestone with debut launch reaching orbit, marking a new era in the country’s space sector.

• Curious Minds Team
• July 25, 2026

NASA has publicly shared an image of a satellite capture resembling a hummingbird, sparking interest and speculation online.

• Curious Minds Team
• July 25, 2026

Scientists suggest they have identified the first potential exomoon orbiting an exoplanet, a breakthrough in planetary science and astronomy.

• Curious Minds Team
• July 24, 2026

NOAA’s July aurora forecast predicts increased northern lights activity, offering viewers potential viewing opportunities across northern regions.

• Curious Minds Team
• July 23, 2026

Coverage of Kennedy Space Center launch pad surges worldwide, driven by increased media interest, though the specific trigger remains unconfirmed.

• Curious Minds Team
• July 22, 2026