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Scientists discover how water is stored on the moon

NASA’s VIPER mission will further analyse water ice previously found on the moon next year. The moon has water trapped inside tiny glass beads, suggesting the presence of water reservoirs…

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As Oman launches Middle East’s first spaceport: Is there a regional space race?

The growth of space programmes in the region comes from a desire to empower the upcoming generation of scientists and resolve environmental and climatic issues that are growing in the…

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Technology

Satellites and space junk are limiting our ability to explore the cosmos: study

Research reveals that satellites and space junk are major obstacles exploring the universe, but what does that mean? A new study has found that the increasing amount of space debris,…

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First female astronaut from GCC region to go into space

The latest news comes as Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, attempts to open up the conservative kingdom to the world. A Saudi will be the first khaleeji woman…

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News

A part of the sun’s surface breaks off, swirls around its North Pole

Observations of a recent change on the surface of the Sun have baffled scientists. Now, they’re discussing whether this has an effect on the earth. The Sun’s North Pole was…

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Qatar urges world powers to ensure ‘sustainable, peaceful’ use of outer space

The Gulf nation is partnering with NASA to launch a specialised scientific satellite to study climate and its effects. Qatar has called on all nations, particularly those with greater capabilities…

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Light pollution dimming natural glow of stars: study

Wishing upon a star would be great—only if they can be spotted in the night sky. Stargazers hoping to spot stars in the sky now face a more difficult task…

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Is it raining diamonds across the universe?

Little is known about ice giants Uranus and Neptune, the two most distant planets in our Solar System. Scientists speculate that diamond rain may be falling on planets throughout the universe…

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Vacation among the stars? This company is launching world’s first ‘space lounge’

Bored of the typical ‘beach & chill’ vacation? Well, this tourism company is looking to taking you a little bit higher than usual— with a spectacular view of the moon.…

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