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Jared Isaacman Advocates for Dual Pursuits of Moon and Mars Missions

During his Senate confirmation hearing, Jared Isaacman, nominee for NASA Administrator, emphasized that NASA can simultaneously advance missions to the Moon and Mars. He believes this approach aligns with strategic goals within current budget constraints and stresses the importance of staying ahead of China's space ambitions.

2025-04-09T13:40:22.813881-07:00

Reuters

Malaysia Aviation Group Confirms Order for Up to 60 Boeing 737 MAX Aircraft

2025-03-20T22:43:34.702787-07:00

Reuters

JAL Expands Fleet with 17 Boeing 737 MAX 8 and 11 Airbus A321neos

2025-03-19T00:17:37.284201-07:00

FlightGlobal

FedEx Expands ATR 72-600F Fleet with 10 Additional Freighters

2025-03-21T05:07:42.643365-07:00

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Universe Today

Researchers Propose Photosynthetic Bacteria May Exist Under Martian Snow Scientists have suggested that photosynthetic bacteria could potentially survive beneath the snow and ice in Mars' mid-latitudes, potentially offering an accessible source for detecting present-day life. This research could redefine target locations for astrobiological exploration on Mars.

2025-04-19T14:23:57.128306-07:00

Researchers Propose Photosynthetic Bacteria May Exist Under Martian Snow

Space.com

Could Mars volcanoes have supported ancient life on the Red Planet? Well, maybe

2025-04-18T15:06:58.415244-07:00

Could Mars volcanoes have supp

Space.com

NASA's Perseverance Uncovers Volcanic Clues on Mars Suggesting Ancient Life Potential NASA's Perseverance rover has discovered evidence indicating Mars' volcanic history may have supported life. This revelation follows the identification of volcanic features that could have created habitable environments in the planet's past, hinting at potential biological activity on the Red Planet.

2025-04-18T15:06:58.415244-07:00

NASA's Perseverance Uncovers Volcanic Clues on Mars Suggesting Ancient Life Potential

Phys.org

NASA's Curiosity Rover Discovers Carbon Cycle Evidence on Ancient Mars NASA's Curiosity rover has unveiled significant evidence of a carbon cycle on ancient Mars, hinting at the planet's potential to support life. The discovery of carbonate minerals and indications of water presence strengthen parallels between early Mars and Earth.

2025-04-17T11:06:09.601063-07:00

NASA's Curiosity Rover Discovers Carbon Cycle Evidence on Ancient Mars

Space.com

New Images from European Mars Orbiter Reveal Volcanic Acheron Fossae Terrain The latest images from a European Mars orbiter showcase the dynamic and volcanic landscape of the Acheron Fossae region on Mars. These snapshots offer valuable insights into the Red Planet's topography and geological processes, aiding the understanding of its geological history and potential resources.

2025-04-15T12:03:59.505102-07:00

New Images from European Mars Orbiter Reveal Volcanic Acheron Fossae Terrain

Space.com

Pulsar Fusion unveils vision for ‘Sunbird’ nuclear rocket to reach Mars in half the time

2025-04-15T03:06:41.606690-07:00

Pulsar Fusion unveils vision f

Space.com

Pulsar Fusion Reveals 'Sunbird' Nuclear Rocket Concept for Faster Mars Missions Pulsar Fusion has introduced the 'Sunbird' nuclear rocket, aiming to halve travel time to Mars. This propulsion system could revolutionize space exploration by providing a faster, efficient means of reaching distant planets, aligning with global aspirations for human settlement on Mars.

2025-04-15T03:06:41.606690-07:00

Pulsar Fusion Reveals 'Sunbird' Nuclear Rocket Concept for Faster Mars Missions

NASA

Perseverance Rover Examines Diverse Rock Types on Jezero Crater Rim NASA's Perseverance rover explores an array of rock types along Jezero Crater's rim, unveiling a comprehensive record of Mars' geological events. This exploration aids in understanding Martian history and assessing the planet's past habitability.

2025-04-10T08:05:23.488557-07:00

Perseverance Rover Examines Diverse Rock Types on Jezero Crater Rim

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