Space industry milestones and institutional challenges highlight recent developments in astronomy.

SpaceX successfully landed its newest Starship design during a test flight, marking the 13th overall test and providing a boost to NASA's lunar exploration goals.

The Jodrell Bank Observatory is facing potential closure following a decision by a major funder to withdraw support, sparking concerns about the future of UK radio astronomy.

NASA behavioral health scientists are increasingly focused on the psychological demands placed on astronauts to maintain performance in extreme, high-stress space environments.

The 'Summer Triangle'—a celestial pattern composed of the stars Vega, Deneb, and Altair—is once again visible in the night sky, offering a prominent observation target for amateur astronomers.

The Trump administration has granted an exemption to SpaceX's Starlink service, allowing it to bypass Federal Communications Commission (FCC) bans on the use of certain foreign-made routers.

Scientific reports are evaluating potential existential threats for the remainder of 2026, including assessments of global risks like bird flu, nuclear conflict, and asteroid impacts.