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When science answers to politics

Thu, 06/04/2026 - 11:31
The White House Office of Management and Budget has proposed new rules that would require political appointees, not scientists, to decide which research receives federal grants in the United States.
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Big impacts

Fri, 05/29/2026 - 10:30
New asteroid discoveries, big changes at NASA, and breathtaking views of Saturn.
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What would it be like to fly through Saturn’s rings?

Thu, 05/28/2026 - 10:00
Saturn’s rings are one of the most beautiful sights in the Solar System, but most of us have no idea what they look like up close.
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With a little help from our planet friends

Fri, 05/22/2026 - 10:30
Speeding up, slowing down, capturing amazing views, making discoveries — all thanks to planets.
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Astronomers thought JWST might find signs of life. Now they have a new plan.

Thu, 05/21/2026 - 10:00
An update in the search for alien life beyond the Solar System.
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UAP? In this case, it’s only a model.

Fri, 05/15/2026 - 10:30
A model Mars capsule flew through the air. Alien ships likely didn’t.
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House Appropriators advance key NASA funding bill

Thu, 05/14/2026 - 09:01
The bill keeps NASA funding flat with the currently enacted budget, but reprioritizes funding levels across the agency, including a 17% cut to Science to offset increases elsewhere.
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Nurseries, names, and nominations

Fri, 05/08/2026 - 10:30
How things in space get their names, progress and awards for Saving NASA Science, and the human side of Artemis II.
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“Shortchanging NASA is simply not smart.”

Fri, 05/01/2026 - 10:30
With so many worlds to explore and so much to learn about our own, funding NASA is absolutely essential.
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Artemis II hit Taylor Swift levels of fame. Now what?

Tue, 04/28/2026 - 10:00
How much did Artemis II resonate with people — or glance off them?
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Days after Artemis II, scientists warn of deep cuts to NASA missions

Mon, 04/27/2026 - 10:00
The scientists behind threatened missions speak out.
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Save NASA Science returns to Capitol Hill

Fri, 04/24/2026 - 13:37
The 2026 Day of Action brought more than 130 space advocates from 34 states and the District of Columbia to the nation’s capital to advocate for space.
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Earth looks best when we explore the rest

Fri, 04/24/2026 - 10:30
Celebrate Earth Day by saving NASA Science.
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The FY 2027 NASA budget request

Thu, 04/23/2026 - 14:16
An analysis of the latest President's Budget Request for NASA.
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How do things in space get their names?

Thu, 04/23/2026 - 10:00
From a lunar feature named after a loved one to a planet named after a god, traditions and rules guide how we name things in space.
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Triumph and turmoil

Fri, 04/17/2026 - 10:30
The successful conclusion to Artemis II; the threat of termination to many other missions.
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82 NASA missions at risk under new proposal

Mon, 04/13/2026 - 10:00
Proposed NASA cuts would reduce NASA’s workforce by thousands and cancel over 50 space missions.
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What a view!

Fri, 04/10/2026 - 10:30
Artemis II brings us amazing views of Earth, the Moon, and the Cosmos beyond.
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The best images from Artemis II

Tue, 04/07/2026 - 10:52
Our favorite images from humanity's return to the Moon.
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What is the skinny budget and what does it mean for NASA?

Fri, 04/03/2026 - 11:57
The White House Office of Management and Budget has released its budget for fiscal year 2027. Here's what it includes, and what it means for NASA.
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