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Robert Z. Pearlman

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Mercury re-rising: Stoke Space to balance past and future at historic Florida launch pad

Launch Complex 14, the long-retired launch pad where John Glenn lifted off to become to the first U.S. astronaut to orbit Earth, has been allocated to Stoke Space. → Read More

Swatch debuts Moonshine Gold-touched MoonSwatch, limited by the full moon

A year after debuting the MoonSwatch, Swatch and Omega have taken a 'small step' to bringing moonshine to your wrist. → Read More

Bring historic NASA missions to your fingertips with new ORLY nail polishes

These four new lacquers shine in four shades of space history. → Read More

UAE astronaut mascot 'Suhail' flies again as SpaceX Crew-6 zero-g indicator

The first Emirati to launch on a long-duration space mission lifted off with two Americans, a Russian and a fellow "countryman" making its second spaceflight. → Read More

Apollo 'hook-up:' New keychain replicates carabiner used on the moon

Luna Replicas and Global Effects have produced a new keychain outfitted with a fully functional replica of the tether hook used by Apollo astronauts on the moon. → Read More

Retro 51 pen embodies NASA's first and fallen space shuttle Columbia

The space shuttle Columbia is the inspiration for a limited edition Retro 51 pen that can help launch a new generation of explorers by raising funds for the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation. → Read More

JAXA selects 2 new astronaut candidates for future flights to the moon

Japan has selected its first new astronaut candidates in more than 13 years. Makoto Suwa and Ayu Yoneda were chosen by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA). → Read More

California Science Center reopens retired space shuttle Endeavour's payload bay

Space shuttle Endeavour is about to get its 'boom' back. The California Science Center has reopened the orbiter's payload bay to complete outfitting the vehicle's cargo hold. → Read More

Former astronaut Chris Cassidy raises hand for My Hand My Cause photo

Former astronaut Chris Cassidy, who spent 378 days in space, is lending his hand to My Hand My Cause, a newly launched photographic, philanthropic fundraiser. → Read More

Knott's Berry Farm celebrates Snoopy and NASA in 'To the Moon' exhibit

"To the Moon: Snoopy Soars with NASA" is open at the southern California park through Feb. 26. → Read More

Accutron and Bulova debut new Astronaut and Lunar Pilot timepieces

Both releases commemorate the brands' roles in providing timers and timing devices for the U.S. space program. → Read More

Senator Mark Kelly, Roy Bridges to enter Astronaut Hall of Fame

The Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex will host a public induction ceremony on May 6. → Read More

Space Foundation to award US Postal Service for 75 years of space stamps

The Space Foundation is recognizing the United States Postal Service and its 75 years of space-themed postage with the Douglas S. Morrow Public Outreach Award. → Read More

With moon crews to assign, Joe Acaba named NASA's new chief astronaut

Acaba is the first person of Hispanic heritage to become chief of NASA's astronaut office. → Read More

SpaceX crewmates Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken awarded Space Medal of Honor

Former NASA astronauts Doug Hurley and Bob Behnken received the Congressional Space Medal of Honor, the highest U.S. honor reserved for spaceflight veterans. → Read More

European Space Agency seeks more use of logo, mission patches on merchandise

The European Space Agency wants to see its logo on your t-shirt, cap or collectible. The agency has now made it easier to gain permission to use the ESA brand. → Read More

NASA 'Day of Remembrance' marks 20 years since space shuttle Columbia tragedy

"Even as we look to the future, we do so with one eye on the past, reminding ourselves of those lessons and the price that was paid," said Janet Petro, Kennedy Space Center director. → Read More

Fellow astronauts remember Apollo 7 pilot Walt Cunningham as friend and mentor

"We really miss him," said Apollo 16 moonwalker Charlie Duke. → Read More

Saturn IB rocket no longer safe to keep standing at Alabama rest stop

"A beacon to travelers along I-65 for many years, this rocket was not built to withstand more than 40 years of continuous exposure to the elements of nature." → Read More

A look back at Lyndon B. Johnson's space legacy, 50 years after his death

Most people don't realize how important Lyndon B. Johnson was to the U.S. space program. Here's a look at LBJ's space legacy, 50 years after his death. → Read More