January 2nd has long been a day marked by remarkable events across the globe, touching on various facets of human achievement, culture, and history. From ...

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The story of Laika, the first dog in space, feels like the beginning of an inspirational biopic. She began as a stray in Moscow and was lovingly given the name Kudryavka(Russian for "little curly one" ...

The U.S. Space Force Historical Foundation wants to transform Port Canaveral's landmark Exploration Tower into an immersive public learning center showcasing "the past, present and future of space ...

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"The Giant Leap," by astrobiologist Caleb Scharf, is an optimistic account of our widening journey into the cosmos.

FOR THE NEW SHEPARD PROGRAM. THE SANDS SPACE HISTORY CENTER HAS REOPENED TO THE PUBLIC. THAT’S JUST OUTSIDE THE SPACE FORCE STATION GATES ON CAPE CANAVERAL. AND VISITORS ARE TELLING WESH TWO IT’S A ...

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A scene that is sure to delight fans of both space history and the game on which the HBO Max series is based. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s ...

(This story has been updated to include comment from the Canaveral Port Authority and details on the foundation's proposal.) The U.S. Space Force Historical Foundation wants to transform Port ...