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NASA Observatory Sun Satellite Studies Solar Rays

NASA Observatory sun satellite promises new solar data. The space agency will deliver ultra high-resolution images for research.

NASA Reality Show News From Space Station

NASA reality show news from space could be used for commercial funding. NASA could increase its budget by creating a Hollywood produced reality show series that could fuel the Constellation program for decades to come.

Obama Considers NASA Pentagon Merger

The Obama administration is considering a plan that will merge NASA with the Pentagon. Combining the space program with the Pentagon could help NASA with additional funding for future missions.

NASA Resumes Countdown For Space Shuttle Discovery Launch

NASA gave the go-ahead early this morning to resume the countdown for the space shuttle Discovery. The space agency has scheduled the liftoff for tonight.

NASA Opens Probe Into CO2 Satellite Crash

NASA is opening an investigation relating to the recent CO2 satellite crash. The space agency has named Rick Obenschain who will lead the probe to determine the cause of the crash.

NASA Delays Space Shuttle Discovery Launch Over Leaky Valves

NASA has postponed the launch of space shuttle Discovery after finding probable valve leaks . The STS-119 mission has been rescheduled for February 19. The crew will spend 14 days in space and will deliver new solar panels to the International Space Station.

NASA Detects Methane On Mars

NASA researchers have detected methane in the atmosphere of Mars which is the main component of natural gas on Earth. The recent discovery indicates that the Red Planet is either biologically or geologically active.

Obama Links NASA to Pentagon Budget

One of the alterations in the Obama administration might be a merger between NASA and the Pentagon. It is one of the bigger decisions to that could lead to our return to the moon by the year 2020.

NASA Completes Columbia Accident Investigation

NASA has completed a crew safety measure investigation into the space shuttle Columbia accident. A team of experts studied crew safety equipment and procedures.

NASA Awards SpaceX With ISS Cargo Resupply Contract

NASA and SpaceX are teaming up to launch 12 flights to service the International Space Station. The ISS commercial cargo resupply service is big business valued at $1.6 billion.