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- 1SpaceX Starship Officially Reaches Orbit in Milestone Flight●A SpaceX Starship Rocket Officially Reached Orbit. Why That's So Significant
A SpaceX Starship rocket has officially reached orbit, a milestone Time Magazine describes as highly significant for spaceflight. The achievement marks major progress for the vehicle at the centre of NASA's plans to return astronauts to the Moon and for Elon Musk's long-term goal of missions to Mars. Reaching orbit demonstrates key capabilities needed for future deep-space missions.
- 2Next Crewed Boeing Starliner Flight Pushed to 2028●Next Crewed Boeing Starliner Flight Not Until 2028
Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is not expected to carry astronauts again until 2028, according to a new report on the program's status. The capsule has been grounded since its 2024 crewed test flight returned without its NASA astronauts due to thruster problems. The delay means SpaceX will continue carrying crews to the International Space Station for the foreseeable future.
- 3NASA boosts efforts to get Boeing Starliner flying again▼NASA ramps up support to get Boeing's astronaut capsule flying after Butch and Suni fiasco
NASA is increasing its support to help Boeing return its Starliner astronaut capsule to flight, following the troubled 2024 mission that left astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams stranded on the International Space Station for months while their capsule returned empty. The effort reflects NASA's desire to maintain a second commercial crew provider alongside SpaceX, despite Starliner's technical setbacks with thrusters and helium leaks.
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SpaceX says its latest Starship rocket test launch was a success, praising the performance of the vehicle during the flight. The Starship program is central to NASA's plans to return astronauts to the Moon and to Elon Musk's long-term ambitions for missions to Mars, so each test flight draws close attention from the space industry and the public.
- 5NASA says space station's robotic arm is stuck for now●NASA, for the time being, is unable to move the space station's large robotic arm https://arstechnica.com/space/2026/09/
The large robotic arm on the International Space Station has stopped working, and NASA says it cannot move it for the time being. Engineers are working to understand the fault on Canadarm2, which is essential for catching cargo spacecraft, moving astronauts during spacewalks and repositioning modules. The outage raises questions about station operations until the arm is restored.
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NASA intends to attempt flying astronauts aboard Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, according to NASA Watch. The programme has faced years of delays and technical problems, and the decision signals NASA is still committed to using Starliner for crew missions to the International Space Station rather than abandoning the troubled vehicle.
- 7NASA to Host Public Event With Artemis II Crew in Houston●Meet NASA’s Artemis II Crew During Houston Public Event
NASA is inviting the public to meet the four astronauts assigned to Artemis II, the upcoming crewed mission around the Moon, at a public event in Houston. The gathering offers fans and space enthusiasts a rare chance to hear directly from the crew ahead of the flight. Interest in Artemis II remains high as NASA prepares to return astronauts to lunar space for the first time in more than fifty years.
- 8NASA boosts Boeing Starliner recovery after astronaut ordeal●"NASA ramps up support to get Boeing’s astronaut capsule flying after Butch and Suni fiasco" by @ AssociatedPress / Marc
NASA is increasing support to help Boeing get its Starliner astronaut capsule back in flight following the troubled mission that left Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams stuck aboard the International Space Station. The spacecraft is set to return with a cargo-only launch to the ISS, and a crewed test flight is planned for 2028 as Boeing works to regain confidence in the program.
- 9NASA and Boeing to Give Update on Starliner Development●NASA, Boeing to Provide Update on Starliner Development
NASA and Boeing have announced they will provide an update on the development of the Starliner spacecraft, Boeing's crew capsule designed to transport astronauts to and from the International Space Station. The program has faced repeated delays and technical challenges, so any new information on its progress is drawing attention from the space community and industry observers.
- 10NASA and SpaceX Prepare Crew-13 Mission to Space Station●What You Need to Know About NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13 Mission
NASA has published details of its SpaceX Crew-13 mission, outlining the next crewed flight to the International Space Station as part of the Commercial Crew Program. The mission will carry astronauts to orbit aboard a SpaceX Dragon capsule. Interest centers on the crew selection, launch timing and the ongoing partnership between the space agency and Elon Musk's company in ferrying crews to orbit.
- 11NASA Is Building Its Moon Base Before Astronauts Arrive●NASA Is Building Its Moon Base Before Astronauts Even Arrive
NASA is reportedly moving ahead with construction of infrastructure for a permanent lunar base ahead of crewed missions, under the Artemis programme. The plan involves sending habitats, power systems and other equipment to the Moon's south pole so that facilities are ready when astronauts land. Commenters are debating the feasibility and cost of building on the Moon before humans return.
- 12Boeing says it is 'incredibly excited' to be sole US astronaut transporter●Boeing "incredibly excited" to serve as nation's only astronaut transportation
Boeing has declared itself 'incredibly excited' about the prospect of serving as the only company transporting astronauts for the United States, according to Ars Technica. The statement comes as questions surround the future of Boeing's Starliner programme and its rival SpaceX, whose commercial crew vehicles carry NASA crews to the International Space Station. The remark is being read as a bold claim given Starliner's troubled test flights and technical setbacks.
- 13Boeing says it is "incredibly excited" to be America's only astronaut carrier●Boeing “incredibly excited” to serve as nation’s only astronaut transportation
Boeing has said it is "incredibly excited" about the prospect of serving as the United States' only transportation provider for astronauts. The remark drew attention because Boeing's Starliner programme has faced repeated setbacks, and the company would only hold that sole role if rival SpaceX were unavailable or removed from the picture. Commenters have treated the statement as a bold, some say audacious, claim given the company's recent difficulties flying crew.
- 14China to send Pakistani astronaut into orbit▼China's space diplomacy lifts Pakistani astronaut toward orbit
China is preparing to fly a Pakistani astronaut aboard its space station as part of a broader space diplomacy push, according to Reuters. The move deepens China-Pakistan cooperation and showcases Beijing's efforts to position itself as a partner for other nations in human spaceflight, contrasting with more limited access to the International Space Station.
- 15NASA astronaut tours Montana campuses urging student voter registration▼NASA astronaut tours Montana campuses encouraging students to register to vote
A NASA astronaut is visiting college campuses across Montana to encourage students to register to vote. The tour combines the astronaut's profile as a spacefarer with a civic message, urging young people to take part in upcoming elections. Local coverage highlights the effort to boost student turnout through direct outreach.