Step into the wacky world of Galacticare, a space station hospital management sim with a great sense of humor. Blue Origin's rocket carries the first Black astronaut candidate into space. Plus, the Space Force plans a deep-dive study on orbital refueling and the European Space Agency saves its Mars rover mission after fallout with Russia. Sources: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/galacticare-review https://www.cbsnews.com/video/blue-origin-rocket-carries-first-black-astronaut-candidate-into-space/ https://spacenews.com/space-force-plans-deep-dive-study-on-pros-and-cons-of-orbital-refueling/ https://www.thenationalnews.com/future/space/2024/05/20/european-space-agency-saves-its-mars-rover-mission-after-fallout-with-russia/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:43) Blue Origin rocket carries first Black astronaut candidate into space (00:04:06) Space Force plans deep-dive study on pros and cons of orbital refueling (00:06:30) European Space Agency saves its Mars rover mission after fallout with Russia

An aurora will light up in unusual places as a solar storm rages. SpaceX launches 23 Starlink satellites from Florida tonight. Plus, a space mystery solved as a Cold War-era satellite lost for 25 years is finally rediscovered. Also, the James Webb telescope detects a one-of-a-kind atmosphere around the 'Hell Planet' in a distant star system. Sources: https://mashable.com/article/aurora-space-weather-solar-storm https://www.space.com/spacex-starlink-launch-group-6-58 https://www.gbnews.com/science/space-mystery-cold-war-satellite-found https://www.livescience.com/space/exoplanets/james-webb-telescope-detects-1-of-a-kind-atmosphere-around-hell-planet-in-distant-star-system Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) An aurora will light up in unusual places as solar storm rages (00:04:13) SpaceX to launch 23 Starlink satellites from Florida tonight (00:07:56) Space mystery SOLVED as Cold War-era satellite lost for 25 years finally rediscovered (00:10:37) James Webb telescope detects 1-of-a-kind atmosphere around 'Hell Planet' in distant star system

A giant structure lurking in deep space challenges our understanding of the universe. SpaceX preps for a weekend launch from Florida's Space Coast. Plus, Sierra Space prepares to launch the Dream Chaser spaceplane, and jaw-dropping northern lights amaze skywatchers around the world. Sources: https://www.sciencealert.com/giant-structure-lurking-in-deep-space-challenges-our-understanding-of-the-universe https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2024/05/11/spacex-prepping-for-weekend-launch-from-floridas-space-coast/ https://www.voxelmatters.com/sierra-space-prepares-to-launch-the-dream-chaser-spaceplane/ https://www.space.com/spectacular-northern-lights-rare-solar-flares-may-2024 Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) Giant Structure Lurking in Deep Space Challenges Our Understanding of The Universe (00:03:52) SpaceX prepping for weekend launch from Florida’s Space Coast (00:06:30) Sierra Space prepares to launch the Dream Chaser spaceplane (00:08:32) Jaw-dropping northern lights from massive solar flares amaze skywatchers around the world. 'We have a very rare event on our hands.' (photos)

Patrick Space Force Base retires two HH-60G Pave Hawk helicopters and transitions to the HH-60W Jolly Green II. Explore the stunning sighting of an American flamingo at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge. Witness the awe-inspiring sights of an extreme geomagnetic storm around the world. Discover the Smithsonian Museum's exhibit of DoubleTree by Hilton's baked-in-space chocolate chip cookie. Join us as we delve into these captivating stories that showcase advancements in space technology, wildlife sightings, celestial spectacles, and the intersection of space and culinary innovation. Sources: https://spacecoastdaily.com/2024/05/patrick-space-force-base-920th-rescue-wing-retires-two-hh-60g-pave-hawk-helicopters/ https://spacecoastdaily.com/2024/05/photo-of-the-day-american-flamingo-spotted-at-merritt-island-national-wildlife-refuge-near-kennedy-space-center/ https://www.foxweather.com/earth-space/northern-lights-united-states-globe-view-watch https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/smithsonian-museum-displays-doubletrees-hilton-baked-space-chocolate-chip-cookie Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:45) Patrick Space Force Base 920th Rescue Wing Retires Two HH-60G Pave Hawk Helicopters (00:03:43) PHOTO OF THE DAY: American Flamingo Spotted at Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge Near Kennedy Space Center (00:06:40) See the sights of an extreme geomagnetic storm around the world (00:09:17) Smithsonian Museum displays Doubletree by Hilton's baked-in-space chocolate chip cookie

India's growing space sector presses for more tax incentives. Sidus Space announces collaboration with NASA on Lunar Terrain Vehicle Services Contract. NASA prepares for NOAA's advanced weather satellite launch. Livermore Lab to provide optical payload for U.S. Space Force mission. Sources: https://news.bloombergtax.com/daily-tax-report-international/indias-growing-space-sector-presses-for-more-tax-incentives https://spacecoastdaily.com/2024/05/sidus-space-announces-collaboration-with-nasa-lunar-terrain-vehicle-services-contract/ https://spacecoastdaily.com/2024/05/nasa-prepares-for-noaas-advanced-weather-satellite-launch-from-kennedy-space-center-june-25/ https://spacenews.com/livermore-lab-to-provide-optical-payload-for-u-s-space-force-mission/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) India’s Growing Space Sector Presses for More Tax Incentives (00:03:31) Sidus Space Announces Collaboration With NASA Lunar Terrain Vehicle Services Contract (00:06:27) NASA Prepares for NOAA’s Advanced Weather Satellite Launch from Kennedy Space Center June 25 (00:09:59) Livermore Lab to provide optical payload for U.S. Space Force mission

Researchers using the James Webb Space Telescope make a groundbreaking discovery of a gaseous atmosphere around a rocky exoplanet. The telescope also uncovers insights into the growth of ancient black holes and their relationship with surrounding galaxies. Plus, the visually striking insignia designs of the US Space Force and SpaceX's upcoming Starlink satellite launch. Sources: https://www.techexplorist.com/webb-space-telescope-detects-atmosphere-exoplanet-55-cancri-e/83655/ https://www.thenationalnews.com/future/space/2024/05/09/ancient-black-holes-grew-faster-than-host-galaxies-james-webb-space-telescope-suggests/ https://www.creativebloq.com/news/space-force-insignia-designs https://www.cbs8.com/article/news/local/spacex-falcon-9-preps-rocket-launch-vandenberg-space-force-base/509-369b54d0-2f92-4a46-a5d7-16dd60112ebe Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) New Discovery: Gaseous Atmosphere Found Around Rocky Exoplanet (00:03:50) Ancient black holes grew faster than host galaxies, James Webb Space Telescope suggests (00:06:54) US Space Force insignia designs look straight out of Star Trek (00:09:10) SpaceX Falcon 9 preps rocket launch from Vandenberg Space Force Base

Companies hope to cash in on space mining while next-gen satellites paint a clearer picture of a changing Earth. Perigee and SSC partner on a space launch vehicle, and a defunct Boeing drone dressed as an X-Wing is on display at the Air and Space Museum. Sources: https://undark.org/2024/05/08/asteroid-mining-space-metals/ https://www.kedglobal.com/aerospace-defense/newsView/ked202405080010 https://dronedj.com/2024/05/07/a-defunct-boeing-drone-is-now-on-display-at-the-air-and-space-museum-in-full-x-wing-regalia/ https://www.space.com/noaa-satellites-earth-observations-geoxo Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) In the Race for Space Metals, Companies Hope to Cash In (00:03:26) Perigee, SSC to cooperate on space launch vehicle (00:06:50) A defunct Boeing drone is now on display at the Air and Space Museum in full X-Wing regalia (00:09:50) Next-gen satellites will paint a clearer picture of a changing Earth

Japan outlines ambitious plans for a space-based solar station, while Boeing's first crewed space flight, Starliner, faces a postponement. Join us as we explore the potential of space-based solar power and the setbacks in commercial space travel. Sources: https://www.thecooldown.com/green-tech/japan-space-based-solar-power-testing/ https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cglvpd6n3d8o https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2024/5/7/boeing-postpones-launch-of-starliner-spaceship-over-valve-issue https://wtvbam.com/2024/05/06/timeline-boeings-new-starliner-set-for-first-crewed-flight-to-space-station/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) Japan outlines ambitious plans for space-based solar station: 'Gearing up to test ... next year' (00:03:16) Starliner: Boeing's first crewed space flight postponed (00:05:56) Boeing postpones launch of Starliner space capsule over valve problem (00:08:45) Timeline: Boeing’s new Starliner set for first crewed flight to space station

Deep-space lasers smash data speed records over interplanetary distances. Take a trip on the Clipper from the moon landing to NASA's latest mission. Earth from space reveals a mysterious wave ripples across 'galaxy' of icebergs in Arctic fjord. Starliner prepares to fly to the ISS, marking a milestone in space exploration. Sources: https://newatlas.com/space/nasa-psyche-deep-space-laser-communication/ https://www.ladowntownnews.com/opinion/consider_this/a-space-nerd-s-fantasy-becomes-a-reality-take-a-trip-on-the-clipper/article_0a2b4462-09a2-11ef-b3ec-17b309fbb18d.html https://www.livescience.com/planet-earth/arctic/earth-from-space-mysterious-wave-ripples-across-galaxy-of-icebergs-in-arctic-fjord https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cpeg21x7n7qo Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:39) Deep-space lasers smash data speed records over interplanetary distances (00:03:20) A Space Nerd’s Fantasy Becomes a Reality: Take a trip on the Clipper (00:04:02) Earth from space: Mysterious wave ripples across 'galaxy' of icebergs in Arctic fjord (00:06:06) Starliner: Nasa to fly new Boeing space craft to ISS

Taiwan aims to develop its own 'Starlink' for emergency communication. Boeing's Starliner rolls out for its first astronaut flight. The US and China engage in a heated space race. Plus, a vodka infused with a meteorite takes the spirits industry by storm. Sources: https://www.cnn.com/2024/05/04/asia/taiwan-starlink-intl-hnk/index.html https://www.space.com/boeing-starliner-crew-flight-test-launch-pad-rollout https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/may/05/the-new-space-race-what-are-chinas-ambitions-and-why-is-the-us-so-concerned https://retailwire.com/vodka-introduces-new-spirit-from-outer-space/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:43) Developing Taiwan’s own ‘Starlink’ crucial for island-wide emergency, space agency says (00:03:30) Boeing Starliner rolls out to launch pad for 1st astronaut flight on May 6 (photos) (00:06:20) The new ‘space race’: what are China’s ambitions and why is the US so concerned? (00:09:09) Vodka Introduces New Spirit From Outer Space

The LGBTQ+ community in Iraq faces a dangerous situation as their safe space on social media is under threat. NASA selects 24 projects to advance space exploration technologies. Plus, Virgin Galactic announces its 7th commercial spaceflight, and China launches a space probe to collect soil from the Moon's far side. Sources: https://www.dw.com/en/dangerous-instagram-iraqs-lgbtq-community-loses-last-safe-space/a-68991397 https://executivegov.com/2024/05/nasa-selects-24-projects-to-advance-space-exploration-technologies/ https://www.space.com/virgin-galactic-seventh-commercial-spaceflight-june-8 https://english.kyodonews.net/news/2024/05/a82f3061ca29-china-launches-space-probe-to-collect-soil-from-moons-far-side.html Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:36) Dangerous Instagram? Iraqi LGBTQ+ community loses safe space (00:01:12) NASA Selects 24 Projects to Advance Space Exploration Technologies (00:03:31) Virgin Galactic to launch 7th commercial spaceflight on June 8 (00:06:38) China launches space probe to collect soil from Moon's far side

China is sending a probe to get samples from the less-explored far side of the moon. Concerns arise over China's space forces and their impact on US troops. NASA awards nearly $1.5 million towards moon to Mars space exploration, with UF and Florida Tech among the recipients. SpaceX starts booking places for space tourists to fly to Earth orbit, the International Space Station, the Moon, and even Mars. Explore the latest developments in space exploration and the race for dominance in outer space. Sources: https://apnews.com/article/china-lunar-probe-sample-return-space-def5b9e054fbc3a681952d3c7ad002fe https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/policy/foreign-policy/2989332/china-space-forces-us-troops-vulnerable/ https://spacecoastdaily.com/2024/05/nasa-awards-nearly-1-5-million-towards-moon-to-mars-space-exploration-uf-florida-tech-among-recipients/ https://www.azernews.az/region/225480.html Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:44) China is sending a probe to get samples from the less-explored far side of the moon (00:03:23) NASA Awards Nearly $1.5 Million Towards Moon to Mars Space Exploration; UF, Florida Tech Among Recipients (00:06:16) SpaceX starts booking places for space tourists to fly

NASA's SpaceX Dragon spacecraft undergoes a thrilling relocation on the International Space Station. Russia proposes a UN resolution on banning weapons in space. Also, SpaceX prepares for another Starlink launch from Cape Canaveral. Plus, SpaceX's Cargo Dragon successfully returns from the ISS after a 36-day stay. Sources: https://www.oleantimesherald.com/live-nasa-s-spacex-dragon-spacecraft-relocates-on-international-space-station/video_c6c6b048-5808-5a21-9948-646a99ea4521.html https://thehill.com/homenews/ap/ap-technology/ap-russia-proposes-un-resolution-on-banning-weapons-in-space-after-vetoing-similar-un-japan-draft/ https://www.clickorlando.com/news/local/2024/05/02/spacex-getting-ready-for-yet-another-starlink-launch-from-cape-canaveral/ https://www.teslarati.com/spacex-cargo-dragon-returns-international-space-station/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:43) LIVE: NASA’s SpaceX Dragon spacecraft relocates on International Space Station (00:03:29) Russia proposes UN resolution on banning weapons in space, after vetoing similar UN-Japan draft (00:06:18) SpaceX getting ready for yet another Starlink launch from Cape Canaveral (00:09:37) SpaceX Cargo Dragon returns from International Space Station after 36-day stay

NASA triumphs as the Hubble Space Telescope is restored after a gyro glitch. Kuva Space secures a prestigious contract with the European Space Agency. Plus, the Next-Generation Space-Based Missile Warning Capability passes a critical design review. Also, NASA's James Webb Telescope captures the Horsehead Nebula 1,300 light-years away. Sources: https://scitechdaily.com/nasa-triumph-science-restored-on-hubble-space-telescope-after-gyro-glitch/ https://spacewatch.global/2024/05/kuva-space-wins-contract-to-join-the-esas-civil-security/ https://executivegov.com/2024/04/next-generation-overhead-persistent-infrared-polar-program-passes-space-vehicle-critical-design-review/ https://spacecoastdaily.com/2024/05/nasas-james-webb-telescope-captures-horsehead-nebula-1300-light-years-away/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) NASA Triumph: Science Restored on Hubble Space Telescope After Gyro Glitch (00:03:28) Kuva Space Wins Contract to Join the ESA’s Civil Security (00:05:59) Next-Generation Space-Based Missile Warning Capability Passes Critical Design Review (00:09:16) NASA’s James Webb Telescope Captures Horsehead Nebula 1,300 Light-Years Away

Clemson University and NASA sign a groundbreaking partnership for space exploration. Russia vetoes a UN resolution on preventing nuclear weapons in space. Plus, the Saudi Space Agency and WEF establish a Space C4IR Center. Also, China's most powerful space engine configuration is 'ready for flight'. Sources: https://upstatetoday.com/news/cu-nasa-sign-partnership-for-space-exploration/article_a1214414-06b1-11ef-b79e-03f404f65fbb.html https://spacewatch.global/2024/04/russia-vetoes-unsc-resolution-to-prevent-nuclear-weapons-in-space/ https://spacewatch.global/2024/04/saudi-space-agency-and-wef-establish-space-c4ir-center/ https://www.scmp.com/news/china/science/article/3260874/chinas-most-powerful-space-engine-configuration-ready-flight Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:39) CU, NASA sign partnership for space exploration (00:03:18) Russia Vetoes UNSC Resolution to Prevent Nuclear weapons in Space (00:06:22) Saudi Space Agency and WEF Establish Space C4IR Center (00:08:55) China’s most powerful space engine configuration is ‘ready for flight’

Japan and the US step up their moon partnership, igniting a new space race in Asia. SpaceX launches a batch of Galileo navigation satellites into space, solidifying their role in the global space industry. This episode explores the implications of the Japan-China competition and the advancements in satellite technology. It also highlights the joint Japan-US plan and the changing dynamics of space exploration. Sources: https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/politics/article/3260599/japan-aims-put-man-moon-ahead-china-it-partners-us-apollo-programme-steroids https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-society/3857643-spacex-launches-batch-of-galileo-navigation-satellites-into-space.html https://www.wtap.com/2024/04/28/hsop-space-increases-after-reaching-capacity-intake-still-an-issue/ https://interestingengineering.com/space/japan-orbital-clean-up-mission Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:38) ‘Apollo programme on steroids’: Japan and US step up moon partnership (00:03:42) SpaceX launches batch of Galileo navigation satellites into space (00:06:36) HSOP space increases after reaching capacity, intake still an issue (00:09:19) Debris dilemma: Japan's mission makes progress in orbital clean-up

NASA achieves a groundbreaking milestone with its space laser communication technology. SpaceX successfully launches the Galileo mission for the European Space Agency. Plus, a new initiative aims to revolutionize space 3D mapping, and NASA fixes Voyager 1 from 15 billion miles away. Sources: https://www.earth.com/news/nasa-receives-deep-space-laser-message-psyche-mission-140-million-miles-away/ https://www.floridatoday.com/picture-gallery/tech/science/space/spacex/2024/04/27/spacex-launches-galileo-mission-from-cape-canaveral-in-florida/73462448007/ https://interestingengineering.com/space/new-iss-initiative-aims-to-revolutionize-space-3d-mapping https://www.syfy.com/syfy-wire/how-nasa-fixed-voyager-1-from-15-billion-miles-away Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) NASA receives space laser message from 140 million miles away (00:03:35) SpaceX launches Galileo mission from Kennedy Space Center in Florida (00:06:22) New ISS initiative aims to revolutionize space 3D mapping (00:09:01) How NASA Fixed Voyager 1 from 15 Billion Miles Away

North Korea reaffirms its plan to bolster space reconnaissance capabilities. Elon Musk announces SpaceX's plan to solve in-space refueling for Starship. The Hubble Space Telescope suspends science due to a glitch. Discover the reasons why encountering octopus-like space aliens is highly unlikely. Sources: https://www.koreaherald.com/view.php?ud=20240427050073 https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/04/38475303/elon-musk-says-spacex-to-solve-in-space-refueling-for-starship-by-next-year-necessary-to-make-life-m https://www.forbes.com/sites/amandakooser/2024/04/26/nasa-hubble-space-telescope-suspends-science-due-to-glitch/ https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucedorminey/2024/04/27/5-reasons-why-well-never-encounter-octopus-like-space-aliens/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:42) N. Korea reaffirms plan to bolster space reconnaissance capabilities (00:03:27) Elon Musk Says SpaceX To Solve In-Space Refueling For Starship By Next Year: 'Necessary To Make Life Multiplanetary' (00:06:28) NASA Hubble Space Telescope Suspends Science Due To Glitch (00:09:18) 5 Reasons Why We’ll Never Encounter Octopus-Like Space Aliens

Astroscale unveils the world's first image of space debris captured through rendezvous and proximity operations. NASA achieves deep space communication using lasers. Plus, NASA marks the 34th anniversary of the Hubble Space Telescope with stunning images of the Dumbbell Nebula. Also, NASA successfully deploys an advanced solar sail in space. Sources: https://astroscale.com/astroscale-unveils-worlds-first-image-of-space-debris-captured-through-rendezvous-and-proximity-operations/ https://interestingengineering.com/space/video-calls-from-mars-lasers-make-deep-space-communication-a-reality https://www.wionews.com/science/nasa-marks-34th-anniversary-of-hubble-space-telescope-by-unveiling-stunning-images-of-dumbbell-nebula-715226 https://www.sciencealert.com/nasas-advanced-solar-sail-has-successfully-deployed-in-space Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:45) Astroscale Unveils World’s First Image of Space Debris Captured through Rendezvous and Proximity Operations (00:04:34) NASA's 'fun with lasers' powers deep space chat (00:08:15) NASA marks 34th anniversary of Hubble Space Telescope by unveiling stunning images of Dumbbell Nebula (00:11:29) NASA's Advanced Solar Sail Has Successfully Deployed in Space

Russia vetoes a US-backed UN resolution to ban nuclear weapons in space. The UK Space Agency invests in space collaborations with international partners. Plus, China addresses space debris after Tiangong space station damage, and prepares to launch astronauts to the station as lunar plans progress. Sources: https://www.cnn.com/2024/04/25/world/russia-veto-un-space-nuclear-weapons-intl-hnk/index.html https://www.electronicsweekly.com/news/business/finance/uk-space-agency-boosts-funding-for-11-international-space-projects-2024-04/ https://www.wionews.com/science/china-is-working-towards-dealing-with-space-debris-after-tiangong-space-station-was-damaged-by-debris-strike-714740 https://www.upi.com/Science_News/2024/04/24/astronauts-launch-tiangong-space-station/7411713993965/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) Russia vetoes US-backed UN resolution to ban nuclear weapons in space (00:03:47) Space projects get funding from UK Space Agency (00:07:44) China is working towards dealing with space debris, after Tiangong space station was damaged by debris strike (00:10:37) China to launch 3 astronauts to Tiangong space station as Beijing's lunar plans progress