NASA cancels $73 million moon lander mission with contractor Draper

NASA has canceled a $73 million commercial lunar lander mission after years of delays and cost overruns, ending the project before the spacecraft ever launched.

Artemis II astronauts visit Kennedy Space Center after historic moon mission
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More than three months after embarking on a historic voyage around the Moon, the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission returned to the Space Coast on Wednesday, July 8 to visit the site where their journey began. It marks the first time astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Jeremy Hansen and Christina Koch have returned to NASA's Kennedy Space Center (KSC) since their 10-day lunar test flight lifted off back in April 2026.

Blue Origin targets return to flight by year's end after New Glenn launch pad explosion

Blue Origin says it plans to return its New Glenn rocket to flight before the end of 2026 after an explosion during a launch pad test destroyed key ground equipment but spared critical infrastructure needed to rebuild.

NASA Swift space mission delayed over weather

NASA is attempting a daring rescue mission to save a failing satellite falling back down to earth. The Swift telescope has been in orbit for about 20 years but is currently plummeting down to earth.

3,000 Miles, 40 Days, One Mission: UCF Student Rows the Atlantic for NASA
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One UCF Doctoral Student rows across the Atlantic in 40 days for Nasa research. He joins Good Day Orlando to discuss how he battled 30-foot waves while conquering "World’s Toughest Row."

NASA Artemis III crew: Meet the astronauts, mission timeline updates

NASA will reveal the four astronauts who have been selected for the Artemis III mission during a news conference Tuesday at Johnson Space Center in Houston.

Blue Origin explosion could put Artemis in danger
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Dr. Don Platt, Director of the Spaceport Education Center at the Florida Institute of Technology joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom after SpaceX completed a successful launch following Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploding on a flight test. Dr. Platt dives into whether the Artemis program or NASA should be worried about the future of America's return to the moon.

NASA unveils 3-phase mission Moon Base habitat | FULL
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FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | NASA has unveiled a three-phase strategic roadmap to establish a permanent moon base spanning hundreds of square miles, starting with three foundational robotic missions targeted for completion by late 2026. Backed by international and commercial partnerships, the initial phase will deploy Blue Origin and Astrobotic landers alongside advanced rovers to the lunar South Pole to test critical infrastructure and de-risk human landing systems.

Life on the moon? NASA unveils its 3-phase plan timeline to build a permanent moon base

NASA has unveiled a three-phase strategic roadmap to establish a permanent moon base spanning hundreds of square miles, starting with three foundational robotic missions targeted for completion by late 2026.

NASA's Moon Base Timeline: Phase 1
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NASA is working toward inhabiting the moon by its Moon Base project. On May 26, the space agency unveiled its Phase 1 plans, including the number of launches and learning more about the lunar surface. 

NASA unveils first 3 Moon Base missions
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NASA administrator Jared Isaacman unveiled the first three of the planned 12 Moon Base missions. The first three missions are set to take place by the end of 2026. 

What NASA's moon base could mean for the new Space Race
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Ken Kremer, Managing Editor for Space UpClose joins FOX 35's Garrett Wymer live via Zoom ahead of NASA's planned news conference to share new details on their plans for a permanent lunar base on the Moon's surface and the next slate of rocket launches and missions from NASA and the new-age Space Race.

Watch: Liftoff! NASA, SpaceX launches supplies to ISS
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NASA and SpaceX launched 6,500 pounds of supplies and equipment to the International Space Station.  This launch provided current astronauts onboard the ISS with scientific investigations, supplies and equipment. On its return trip, the spacecraft will transport items back to Earth for research and repairs. 

NASA, SpaceX launches supply mission to ISS | FULL
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FULL | Watch a full look at the Falcon-9, Dragon Spacecraft launch from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on May 15, 2026. The Dragon is carrying 6,500 pounds of supplies and is expected to dock at 7 a.m., May 17. 

Artemis II heat shield results: What early data shows
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After significant concerns with the heat shield after the Artemis II mission, the results from Artemis II are in. Early data shows major success for the Artemis II heat shield after the mission concluded with the heat shield intact. 

NASA's new spacesuits could delay moon landing, report warns

A NASA inspector general report warns that the new spacesuits being developed for Artemis missions may not be ready in time for the planned moon landing in 2028.

Artemis II astronauts reflect on historic deep space mission as they undergo recovery

NASA’s Artemis II astronauts are back on Earth undergoing medical evaluations after completing a 10-day deep space mission. The crew is now at Johnson Space Center in Houston as NASA reviews spacecraft performance and prepares for future lunar flights.

What's next for NASA? Administrator Jared Isaacman shares future plans
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FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | Administrator Jared Isaacman share future plans of NASA on the heals of the successful Artemis II mission. Plans include astronauts in space every six to nine months and a lunar lander project.