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Space News 06/6/25
Keep up to date with the latest news in the space sector.
Javier García
June 09, 2025
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Introduction
Welcome to another exciting week!
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Best image of the week
NGC 6302: The Butterfly Nebula
This week's standout image captures the intricate structure of NGC 6302, commonly known as the Butterfly Nebula. Located approximately 3,800 light-years away in the constellation Scorpius, this planetary nebula showcases expansive wings spanning over 3 light-years. The central star, with a surface temperature around 250,000°C, is in the process of transforming into a white dwarf, emitting intense ultraviolet radiation that illuminates the surrounding gas. This image, featured as NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day on June 6, 2025, offers a vivid glimpse into the late stages of stellar evolution.
NGC 6302: The Butterfly Nebula
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Last week news
May 28 – China Launches Tianwen-2 Asteroid Mission
The China National Space Administration successfully launched Tianwen-2, an ambitious mission aimed at collecting samples from the near-Earth asteroid 469219 Kamoʻoalewa. Following the sample return, the spacecraft is planned to continue its journey to study comet 311P/PANSTARRS.
May 31 – Severe Solar Storm Triggers Auroras
A powerful coronal mass ejection from the Sun led to a G4-class geomagnetic storm, resulting in spectacular auroral displays visible as far south as southern Queensland, Australia. This event underscores the increasing solar activity as the current solar cycle approaches its peak.
June 3 – SpaceX Achieves 500th Falcon 9 Launch
SpaceX marked a significant milestone with the 500th launch of its Falcon 9 rocket, deploying a batch of Starlink satellites into orbit. This achievement highlights the company's rapid launch cadence and its role in expanding global internet coverage.
June 5 – Hakuto-R Mission 2 Attempts Lunar Landing
Japanese company ispace's Hakuto-R Mission 2 attempted a lunar landing in the Mare Frigoris region. However, communications were lost shortly after the scheduled landing time, and the mission's outcome remains uncertain.
Upcoming events
June 7 – Arietid Meteor Shower Peaks
The Arietid meteor shower, one of the year's most active daytime showers, reaches its peak. While primarily visible during daylight, early risers might catch glimpses of meteors just before dawn.
June 10 – Axiom Mission 4 Launches to ISS
Axiom Space's fourth private mission to the International Space Station is scheduled for launch aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The crew includes astronauts from India, Poland, and Hungary, marking significant milestones for each nation's space programs.
June 11 – Strawberry Full Moon Rises
The June full moon, known as the Strawberry Moon, will appear low on the horizon, offering a warm, golden hue. This full moon is notable for being the lowest in the sky in 18 years, providing a unique viewing opportunity.
June 13 – Starlink Satellite Launch
SpaceX plans to launch another batch of Starlink satellites, continuing its efforts to expand global broadband coverage. The launch will take place from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
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Mobile wallpaperToday’s wallpaper is from the Veil Nebula, a remnant of a supernova explosion that occurred thousands of years ago. Captured in mid-2024, this image showcases the delicate filaments of ionized gas, with hydrogen appearing in red and oxygen in blue. The Veil Nebula spans over five times the size of the full Moon in the sky and is located about 1,400 light-years away in the constellation Cygnus. This high-resolution image is ideal for mobile wallpapers, offering a glimpse into the aftermath of a stellar explosion. |  Veil Nebula |
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