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Stories, updates, insights, and original analysis from The Planetary Society.
Computing in space exploration history
Before artificial intelligence, there was human ingenuity.
Good lunar morning
Sunrise on the Moon kicks off Blue Ghost’s mission, including sampling lunar regolith with a technology supported by Planetary Society members and donors.
Color me impressed!
Colors can provide all kinds of clues in our efforts to unravel the mysteries of the Cosmos.
Proving resilience
Two missions approach the Moon, NASA dodges layoffs, and an artist captures the spirit of resilience.
How The Planetary Society's grassroots movement shapes the future of space
With wide-reaching support, we're speaking up for space missions and sharing our love of space.
The Space Advocate Newsletter, February 2025
Your monthly guidestar to space politics and policy is back.
Planetary Valentines
Space gets lovey-dovey this week with heart-shaped features, kisses blown on the solar wind, and reasons you should fall for fungi.
How space explorers could grow habitats from fungus
A NASA-funded project is exploring the possibility of using mycelium — the root-like structure in fungi — to grow habitats on the Moon or Mars.
Fighting for VIPER on Capitol Hill
Two planetary scientists share their story of meeting with members of Congress to speak up for the VIPER lunar mission.
Kiss kiss kaboom!
Some impacts are violent and powerful. Others are more like a kiss.
Timeless collections
From galaxies to stamps to asteroid samples, some collections never go out of style.
Should you be worried about Asteroid 2024 YR4?
Experts weigh in about the recently discovered near-Earth asteroid 2024 YR4 that has about a 1% chance of impacting Earth on Dec. 22, 2032.
The Planetary Society’s role in real space missions
Since 1980, The Planetary Society has been active in over 20 space exploration missions, from leading public outreach efforts to funding the development of instruments.
Peekaboo!
The Moon occults Mars, Gaia is done seeing stars, and The Planetary Society shares a vision for the next four years of space policy.
Space Recommendations for the Second Trump Administration
The Trump Administration will inherit NASA at a crossroads. The Planetary Society recommends an unwavering commitment to exploration, science, and the unique contributions of the nation's public space program.
Teamwork makes the dream work
From internationally collaborative missions to crowdfunding for space tech, when we work together we can make great things happen.
Up close and personal
The Parker Solar Probe comes closer to the Sun than ever before, and two icy bodies cozy up after an impact.
Are we there yet?
Perseverance makes it to the Jezero Crater rim, and we’re antsy to start another year of space exploration.
Calendar of space events 2025
Space missions, rocket launches, and celestial events are coming our way in 2025.
Anniversaries abound
Hubble, Chandra, OPAL, and XXM-Newton are all celebrating milestones by sharing amazing images and discoveries.