Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates

Welcome to another episode of the Astronomy Daily Podcast with your host, Steve Dunkley, and the AI assistant, Hallie. In this episode, we chat about meteor showers, a historical event involving the lunar roving vehicle, and the current state of space exploration. Here's what we covered:- We start off with a casual conversation about current meteor showers. Steve shares his disappointment in not being able to spot the meteors due to cloud cover in his area.- Our fun fact of the day looks back to July 31, 1971, when the lunar roving vehicle was first used on the moon during the Apollo 15 mission by astronauts James B. Irwin and David Scott.- We move on to a concerning update about NASA's Voyager 2, which has temporarily lost contact with Earth due to an accidental deviation of the antenna's alignment. Despite this, Voyager 2 continues along its planned trajectory, with the next automatic antenna reset scheduled for October 15th.- We discuss the promising future of lunar mining, exploring how private firms and international space agencies plan to extract resources like oxygen, water, and other materials from the moon to support life and build infrastructure.- The construction of a new spaceport in Scotland has been temporarily halted due to the discovery of archaeological findings at the building site, including shiny quartz, giant granite stones, and evidence of cremations from the Bronze Age.- For our science fiction fans, we look at upcoming space missions including the x-ray imaging and spectroscopy mission "Chrism" scheduled for launch from Japan's Tanegashima Space Center and the European Space Agency's "Platoh" mission set to launch in 2026, aiming to find Earth-like planets.- Steve wraps up the episode with a fun surprise story for fans of the 1960s cartoon "The Jetsons," discussing a meme that suggests George Jetson's birthday would be July 31, 2022.Join us again on Friday with Tim in Bath, England, and catch up with Steve and Hallie again on Monday for more Astronomy Daily.For more Astronomy Daily, visit our website via https://spacenuts.ioBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.

Welcome to the Astronomy Daily Podcast with Tim Gibbs and his AI co-host, Hallie. In this Friday, July 28th, 2023 episode, we're bringing you the latest cosmic happenings, from breathtaking meteor showers to SpaceX's ambitious space missions and a rare Einstein cross discovery. **Headline 1:** *The Delta Aquariots Meteor Shower Captivates Australia* Get ready for a celestial spectacle this weekend with the Delta Aquariots meteor shower peaking over Australia. Expected to showcase up to 20 shooting stars per hour, this stunning display doesn't require a telescope to enjoy. Learn more about the best times and ways to observe this medium-sized meteor shower that runs from July to August. **Headline 2:** *SpaceX's Record-Breaking Double Launch Attempt Postponed* SpaceX was poised to break records with their Falcon Heavy Rocket and Echo Star's Jupiter 3 satellite launch within a span of 44 minutes, but the mission got scrubbed. With a new target set for July 28, this record-breaking attempt involves the launch of the Hughes Jupiter 3 mission and Falcon 9 rocket carrying 22 star-linked satellites. We dive into the specifics of the launch window and potential reasons for the delay. **Headline 3:** *SpaceX Successfully Launches 22 Star-linked Satellites* Despite the earlier postponement, SpaceX triumphantly launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 22 star-linked satellites into low-earth orbit. The launch from Cape Canaveral marked the 15th mission for the first stage booster, which then returned to Earth, landing on the autonomous ship in the Atlantic Ocean. **Headline 4:** *Astronomers Discover a Rare Einstein Cross* The cosmos continues to amaze us as astronomers uncover a rare Einstein Cross using the dark energy spectroscopic instrument at Kitt Peak National Observatory. An instance of gravitational lensing, the Einstein Cross, known as DESI 253.2534+26.8843, offers valuable information about the early universe. Find out more about this scientific treasure and what its unique structure reveals about distant galaxies. And we wrap up with a bit of humor, because who doesn't love a good (or bad) dad joke? Join the conversation at our Facebook page and stay tuned for Steve Dunkley and Tim Gibbs on our parent podcast, Space Nuts. You can find all our episodes and more at spaceknuts.io and bites.com. Thanks for tuning in to Astronomy Daily. Keep looking up and see you next week!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.

Welcome to a special 'One Show Thursday' episode of Astronomy Daily! On this day, Tim Gibbs and his AI sidekick, Hallie, delve into a striking discovery about Olympus Mons and an unfortunate delay of a SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch. **Key Discussions:** 1. **Olympus Mons as an Ancient Martian Volcanic Island:** Hallie unfolds an intriguing possibility about Olympus Mons, Mars' highest mountain, suggesting it could have been a giant volcanic island in an ancient Martian ocean. This theory is based on a recent study led by the Center National Drescherches Scientific (CNRS), revealing characteristics on Olympus Mons' slopes reminiscent of volcanic islands on Earth. These findings illuminate our understanding of Mars' history, hinting at a period of extensive volcanic activity and water presence, and shed light on astrobiology studies of Mars. 2. **SpaceX Falcon Heavy Rocket Launch Postponed:** A record-breaking Falcon Heavy rocket launch by SpaceX got scrubbed last-minute due to undisclosed reasons. The launch aimed to deploy Jupiter 3, the largest commercial communication satellite ever built. Despite this setback, SpaceX looks ahead to their next-gen Starship vehicle, expected to generate an unparalleled 16.7 million pounds of thrust. **Tune in and Join the Conversation:** Never miss an episode with Tim Gibbs and AI assistant, Hallie, by visiting spacenuts.io or bitesz.com. Join our vibrant community by heading over to our Facebook page and join the 'Space Nuts podcast group'. Join us for full shows with Steve Dunkley on Mondays and Tim Gibbs on Fridays. Thanks for listening! Catch you next week. **Keywords:** Olympus Mons, Mars, Ancient Martian Ocean, Volcanic Activity, Astrobiology, SpaceX, Falcon Heavy Rocket, Jupiter 3 Satellite, Astronomy Daily Podcast, Tim Gibbs, Hallie.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.

Welcome to the latest episode of the Astronomy Daily Podcast, your primary source for today's Space and Astronomy News. I'm your host, Tim Gibbs, bringing a dash of nostalgic reminiscence from the Apollo 11 era. We've come a long way since then, as today's story about NASA's ongoing asteroid exploration will prove. Our special segment today focuses on NASA's Johnson Space Center's eagerly anticipated analysis of an asteroid sample. The sample, sourced from the asteroid Bennu, promises key insights into the formation of our solar system and Earth. These remnants of the early solar system, now en route to Earth, are a treasure trove for scientists aiming to decipher the building blocks of life. Nicole Lunning, the lead OSIRIS-Rx sample curator, has the crucial task of preserving the purity and integrity of the sample, and separating it for detailed study. The sample, which weathered a collection compartment valve failure, will arrive in the Utah desert on September 24, carrying an estimated 8.8 ounces (250 grams) of invaluable material. In other news, a power outage at NASA temporarily disrupted communications with the International Space Station (ISS). The power cut occurred amidst an upgrade work at the Johnson Space Center in Houston. Joel Montelbano, the Space Station Program Manager, assured that neither the astronauts nor the ISS were ever in any danger. The issue was quickly resolved, and normal operations were resumed. Don't forget to tune into Space Nuts, our parent podcast, available at spaceknuts.io or bytes.com. Engage with our community by joining our Facebook page, Space Knuts Podcast Group. Look forward to more space stories with Steve Dunkey on Mondays and Tim Gibbs on Fridays. Thank you for joining us on this cosmic journey. We'll catch you in our next episode. Until then, clear skies!#astronomy #space #science #news #podcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.

Welcome to another episode of Astronomy Daily! On this episode, Steve Dunkley takes us on an astronomical adventure through recent discoveries and events. As we commemorate the 54th anniversary of Apollo 11's lunar landing, we also delve into several intriguing stories, including the detection of a peculiar radio signal pulsing every 22 minutes for over three decades. We discuss last year's historic NASA mission that managed to alter an asteroid's course with the DART probe, resulting in a hailstorm of celestial boulders. In addition, we explore China's unique plan to transport zebrafish to the Tian Gang space station for research. A highlight is the discovery of NGC1277, a galaxy that seems to defy current cosmological models due to its apparent absence of dark matter. This finding could potentially shake up our understanding of cosmic evolution. Stay tuned for these and more stellar news updates, and as always, join in the conversation with us and our digital reporter Hallie, here on Astronomy Daily. You can also share your memories of the Apollo 11 moon mission on our Space Nuts podcast group. We look forward to your engagement with our astronomical adventures!#space #astronomy #news #podcast #astronomydailyBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.

Welcome to Astronomy Daily for Friday, July 21st, 2023. I'm your host, Tim Gibbs, and joining me in the studio is Hallie, my AI assistant. Let's dive into today's headlines. Headline 1: India's Chandrayan 3 spacecraft is on track for its moon landing attempt on August 23rd or 24th. The spacecraft has been raising its orbit around Earth with a series of burns, and a Translunar injection burn is scheduled for July 31st. This mission is India's second attempt to land on the moon after the failed Chandrayan 2-lander in 2019. Headline 2: Comet Ponds-Brooks has brightened by five magnitudes and can now be seen in a six-inch telescope. Despite its distance of over 530 million kilometers from Earth, its recent outburst has made it visible with smaller telescopes for now. Headline 3: The master recording for NASA's Voyager Golden Record, created by astronomer Carl Sagan and Andrew Yann, is up for auction. These reels, estimated to be worth more than ten times their weight in gold, were used to produce the iconic golden records on the Voyager spacecraft. Headline 4: Astronomers have discovered a mysterious magnetar, GPMJ1839-10, located about 15,000 light years away in the direction of the constellation Scutum. It emits energy bursts every 22 minutes, making it the longest period magnetar ever found. And now, Hallie's terrible dad joke for the week: Why don't scientists trust atoms? Because they make up everything! That's all for today's episode of Astronomy Daily. Remember, you can catch Steve on Monday and me on Friday, with occasional one-story episodes on Wednesdays. For more episodes, visit spacenuts.io and bitesz.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.

Welcome to our Wednesday edition of the Astronomy Daily podcast, where we cover one exciting story each from host Tim Gibbs and AI assistant Hallie. **1. Hallie's Story: A Glitching Neutron Star** Halle discusses the discovery of a neutron star, SGR 1935+2154, that displayed a "glitch" after obliterating an asteroid. This "glitch" involved a change in the star's rotational speed while simultaneously releasing a powerful radio wave blast, a fast radio burst (FRB). This study has enabled astronomers to connect the mysterious radio energy bursts to magnetars, an extreme type of neutron star. These celestial objects are born from the remnant cores of massive stars after they undergo supernovas. With masses equivalent to the sun squeezed into city-sized volumes, magnetars possess the universe's most powerful magnetic fields. **2. SpaceX Launch Update** Our discussion then shifts to a SpaceX launch this week that was called off with just 5 seconds remaining on the countdown clock. The planned launch involved a Falcon 9 rocket topped with 54 Starlink satellites from Florida's Cape Canaveral Space Force Station. While the specific issue causing the delay wasn't disclosed during the webcast, SpaceX assured that both the rocket and satellites were in good health, with plans to try for a launch again soon. **3. Wrapping Up** The podcast ends with Tim reminding you to catch his and Steve's full shows on Fridays and Mondays, respectively. You can download all episodes from SpaceNuts.io or Bitesz.com. **4. Upcoming** SpaceX is targeting Wednesday, July 19 for the next lift-off, meaning a potential 24-hour delay. This could mean a launch Wednesday night, California time, or early Thursday morning, July 20. Thank you for tuning in to Astronomy Daily! We'll see you next time.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.

Welcome to Astronomy Daily with your host Steve Dunkley and AI sidekick Hallie. In today's episode, we have exciting updates on supernovas, the Artemis mission featuring Metallica, and the Indian Space Research Organization's Chandrayaan lunar mission. We'll also discuss NASA's examination of volcanic terrain on the moon and the fascinating concept of sandwich planets. Let's dive in! For more visit spacenuts.io or our HQ at bitesz.com#space #astronomy #science #news #podcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.

Welcome to the Astronomy Daily Podcast, hosted by Tim Gibbs with AI assistant, Hallie, providing the latest in astronomy news. 1. In Japan, the Epsilon S rocket engine experienced an explosion during testing. This follows the failure of two previous attempts to launch next-generation rockets and a 2019 moon landing failure. Despite these setbacks, Japan is planning to launch the Epsilon S rocket next year. 2. India’s lunar exploration efforts resume with the planned launch of Chandrayaan-3. This sophisticated automated mission aims to demonstrate the rover's ability to navigate the lunar surface. The launch is expected to take place from the Satish Dhawan Space Center at Sriharikota in southern Andhra Pradesh state. The rover is equipped to analyse soil composition, measure soil temperature, and detect mini-moon quakes. 3. Australian astronomers have discovered the coldest star on record to produce radio emissions. This ultra-cool brown dwarf generates magnetic fields despite its low temperature, deepening our knowledge of star evolution. 4. The Australian government is axing a $1.2 billion national space mission for Earth observation. The decision has faced criticism, with calls for the government to reconsider and invest in science and astronomy. 5. China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation plans to create an expansive, remote sensing satellite network by 2030. This network aims to facilitate public services such as disaster prevention and relief, while also allowing real-time high-resolution observation of specific areas. Listen to the full episode for more details on spacenuts.io and bikes.com, with new episodes every Monday and Friday.#space #news #astronomy #science #astronomydaily #podcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.

Welcome to the Astronomy Daily Podcast for Wednesday, July 12th, 2023. In this episode, Tim Gibbs and AI sidekick Hallie bring you exciting news from the world of astronomy. Learn about the inclusion of European astronauts in the upcoming Artemis IV and Artemis V moon missions. European Space Agency Chief Joseph Ashbacher reveals the partnership between ESA and NASA, solidifying Europe's role in the Artemis missions. Discover how the UK and India are strengthening their collaboration in space, with plans to connect their space clusters and explore opportunities in low Earth observation orbits, satellite communications, and nuclear energy. Don't miss this episode packed with fascinating updates! For more astronomy news, visit spaceknuts.io and bytes.com. Join us every Monday for Steve's updates and Fridays for Tim's insights.For more Astronomy Daily and to subscribe to our newsletter, please visit www.spacenuts.io and select the Astronomy Daily option.#astronomydaily #astronomy #space #news #podcastBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/astronomy-daily-space-news-updates--5648921/support.