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Nasa plans to have a permanent base on the Moon by 2030 – how it can be done

Nasa plans to have a permanent base on the Moon by 2030 – how it can be done

Changes to Nasa’s Moon exploration programme may include a base on the lunar surface.

12.03.2026 10

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Molecules found in Martian rock hint at ancient life – new study

Analysis of a rock examined by the Curiosity rover reveals an abundance of organic matter.

23.02.2026 30

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What’s gone wrong between Nasa and Elon Musk’s SpaceX?

Nasa has reopened a SpaceX lunar landing contract to competitors.

06.11.2025 5

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Mars has a solid inner core, resolving a longstanding planetary mystery — new study

It turns out that Mars has a similar interior structure to Earth.

04.09.2025 7

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Kevin Olsen

Mars has a solid core, resolving a longstanding planetary mystery — new study

It turns out that Mars has a similar interior structure to Earth.

03.09.2025 5

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Kevin Olsen