# Space Exploration
Latest news and articles about Space Exploration
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Blue Origin Validates Reusability as Refurbished New Glenn Achieves Maritime Recovery
Blue Origin successfully launched and recovered a refurbished New Glenn heavy-lift rocket, marking a major milestone in its quest for reusable space hardware. The mission deployed a massive direct-to-cell broadband satellite, demonstrating the vehicle's commercial readiness and its ability to compete in the high-stakes launch market.
China’s Shenzhou-21 Achieves Record-Breaking Spacewalk as Mission Duration Is Extended
The Shenzhou-21 crew completed their third spacewalk, setting a new individual record for astronaut Zhang Lu and marking the successful installation of debris protection on the Tiangong station. To further test long-term residency technologies and logistics, the mission duration has been extended by one month.
Orion’s Trial by Fire: The Return of Artemis II and the New Race for the Moon
NASA's Artemis II mission successfully concluded with a splashdown near San Diego, validating the Orion capsule's heat shield and breaking distance records for human flight. Despite minor technical glitches and significant budget reallocations from scientific research to human exploration, the mission clears the path for a crewed lunar landing by 2028.
SpaceX Pushes Starship V3 Debut: Technical Ambition Meets the Reality of Lunar Timelines
Elon Musk has delayed the first launch of the Starship V3 to May, highlighting the challenges of scaling the rocket for mass production. This iteration is crucial for NASA's Artemis missions, as it provides the 100-ton payload capacity and orbital refueling capabilities necessary for returning humans to the Moon.
NASA’s Moon Shot: Artemis II Countdown Begins Amidst High Stakes and Long Delays
NASA has officially initiated the countdown for the Artemis II mission, marking the first time humans will return to the lunar vicinity in over 50 years. The crewed flyby is a critical precursor to future lunar landings and serves as a major milestone in the modern space race.
Boots on the Ground: NASA Abandons the Gateway in Radical Lunar Pivot
NASA has announced a major strategic overhaul of its Artemis program, pausing the Lunar Gateway orbital station to focus on building permanent surface-based infrastructure. The new three-phase plan prioritizes long-term human residency on the Moon, with a crewed landing now targeted for 2028.