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NASA Plans Internet on The Moon – the LunaNet is Intended to Improve Communication for Upcoming Missions

LIVE NOW: Experts are discussing the science behind the upcoming Lucy mission and its exploration of a record-breaking number of asteroids. Got questions? Use the hashtag #LucyMission to submit: https://t.co/8nPbVK9Ed3

A Russian trio preps for return to Earth this weekend as the Exp 65 crew works science, cargo, and maintenance today. https://t.co/agN8jMrj6o

Get the popcorn! Join us for a special premiere film screening for one of @NASA's most ambitious robotic missions to date: Cassini. The first of a two-part documentary, "Triumph at Saturn," will air this Friday, Oct. 15 at 3pm PT/6pm ET/2200 GMT.🍿 https://t.co/OhArHt6j4P https://t.co/lf5PPLied7

.@Astro_Megan has been hanging out with the Astrobees throughout her mission! These cube-shaped bots have been used for numerous experiments during her time aboard station testing out software for autonomous spacecraft, and supporting outreach programs. https://t.co/30Vn0RGVCH https://t.co/e8UOKnpneI

The crew of Apollo 7 were the first to broadcast a live telecast from space. A black-and-white camera (pictured here) was used in the broadcast, which occurred on this day in 1968. https://t.co/aKurhODRvx

NOW: With just two days till launch, #LucyMission experts give us a rundown of the spacecraft’s design and science instruments – including its diamond beam splitter. 💎 https://t.co/TLdHpgtsim

The old false dichotomy of saving Earth versus flying to space. How about less military spending? Excessive lawn care? Shipping out of season fruit? Factory farming? Let's see all the choices - https://t.co/9mIbkupWdj https://t.co/tHayH5yLR7

What telescope should i get?

I have a telescope but it is old and falling apart. I am looking for a new telescope but i have no idea where i should i start. I love seeing pictures of nebulae and planets and i would love to take my own . What kind of telescope should i get and would you recommend any specific telescope? Thanks in advance!

How to watch NASA’s highly-anticipated Lucy mission to the Trojan asteroids

The hangar at Ellington Field in Houston that holds NASA’s T-38 astronaut training jets will be named in honor of astronaut John Young on Oct. 19. https://t.co/sJh4QYi3pI

Is 12x50 binoculars good for astronomy?

#OTD in 1965, Joe Engle flew to an altitude of 50 miles in the X-15. Engle flew the X-15 higher than 50 miles three times, officially qualifying him for Air Force astronaut wings. More on the North American X-15: https://t.co/uYFyS4veaz https://t.co/z5t3uCL835

is the telescope greika 90060 a good telescope?

Welcome @NASA Administrator, @SenBillNelson, & Deputy Administrator, @astro_Pam! Today, NASA leaders will discuss the agency's Earth science work with state & congressional leaders. They'll also meet with the @NASAPersevere & #MarsHelicopter teams. Follow the thread for a tour.👇 https://t.co/BzLuNXEAII