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  • NASA Progress 92 Launches, Science Budgets Face Pressure, Asteroid Flyby & More Cosmic Updates
    This week’s biggest headline from NASA is the countdown to launch of the unpiloted Progress 92 cargo spacecraft, set to lift off on a Soyuz rocket from Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan. Scheduled for July 4, Progress 92 is delivering about three tons of food, fuel, and crucial supplies to the International Space Station’s Expedition 73 crew. NASA’s live coverage is available on their NASA+ streaming service, and docking is expected July 5. This continues NASA’s commitment to international partnership and vital support for space station operations, ensuring ongoing science, safety, and collaboration among U.S. and global astronauts.In policy and budget news, NASA’s fiscal outlook is facing new challenges. The House Appropriations Committee just advanced a bill providing NASA a modest 1% funding increase for fiscal year 2025. While that sounds like good news, The Planetary Society explains the increase is actually $200 million less than the President’s request and does not keep pace with inflation, creating holes for smaller science programs. Larger programs like Artemis, NASA’s ambitious lunar return initiative, remain funded at expected levels—$7.6 billion for Deep Space Exploration—but the Science Mission Directorate will see its budget fall short, putting pressure on projects in planetary exploration, earth science, and astrophysics. This means NASA will be forced to make tough decisions about which science missions move forward and which might be delayed or scaled back. That directly impacts researchers, universities, and businesses across the country who depend on NASA funding, as well as the discoveries that the public and future generations rely on.On the regulatory front, a recently released “skinny” budget proposal for FY 2026 would see NASA facing even deeper cuts—$6 billion in total—with a pivot toward Mars exploration and away from some current lunar gateway and exploration programs, as reported by Akin Gump. If enacted, these changes would reshape NASA’s priorities and influence the growing space sector, potentially opening doors for commercial companies but narrowing the agency’s overall science portfolio.For everyday Americans and stargazers, NASA’s Jet Propulsion Lab highlights July’s skywatching opportunities: Mars will glow in the evening, Venus and Jupiter light up the morning, and the Aquila constellation soars overhead. Meanwhile, NASA and astronomers tracked a 120-foot asteroid, 2025 MM, which safely passed by Earth at over 800,000 miles away—a reminder of NASA’s work keeping our planet safe while advancing the science of asteroid detection and planetary defense.Looking ahead, NASA has several key events on the horizon. July 10 will bring news conferences on the upcoming International Space Station crew rotation, and astronaut Anil Menon is set for his first mission in 2026. NASA’s partnerships with industry continue as it just awarded a major advanced software services contract to MacLean Engineering & Applied Technologies, positioning the agency for future innovation.For more on these stories and coverage of major events, visit nasa.gov or tune in to NASA+ for live feeds and updates. If you’re interested in space policy or want to advocate for science funding, reach out to your representatives or join discussions with organizations like The Planetary Society.Thanks for tuning in today. Be sure to subscribe so you never miss a cosmic update. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
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  • NASA's Budget Woes: Cuts, Exploration, and the Fight for Space Science's Future
    NASA is making headlines this week as Congress considers a dramatic proposal from the White House to cancel 41 ongoing space missions and implement a 47% cut to NASA’s science programs. This cost-saving measure, announced just days ago, would eliminate some of the agency’s most celebrated missions and result in the largest workforce reduction in NASA’s history, with up to a third of its employees at risk. The White House says these cuts aim to refocus NASA on Mars exploration and competition with China, but critics warn that halting active spacecraft—many already launched and mid-discovery—would be, as The Planetary Society puts it, an extinction-level event for space science. While the threat of these budget cuts dominates the conversation, there’s movement in Congress, too. Senator Ted Cruz has put forward an amendment seeking a $10 billion boost for NASA, which could bolster ongoing Artemis lunar and small-satellite initiatives, even as financial pressure casts a long shadow on these plans. This budget wrangling comes at a critical moment, with the Artemis program and Mars-focused research seen as vital to maintaining American leadership in space.On the operations front, NASA is preparing for two major missions: the SpaceX Crew-11 launch, with astronauts Zena Cardman, Mike Fincke, Kimiya Yui, and Oleg Platonov, is set for late July or early August. Additionally, NASA astronaut Anil Menon will join Expedition 75 to the International Space Station in June 2026, highlighting the ongoing collaboration with Roscosmos and the international space community. NASA is also expanding public engagement, announcing this week that its NASA+ streaming programming will be available on Netflix starting this summer, aiming to bring the excitement of space missions into more American homes.From a policy angle, cost-cutting is sparing human exploration programs but spells trouble for earth science, astrophysics, and heliophysics research. Proposed cuts include $2.3 billion from space science, $1.2 billion from earth science, and $1.1 billion from mission support, with the in-development lunar Gateway station and both the SLS and Orion programs facing phaseout. The Office of Management and Budget argues these measures will save billions and keep NASA competitive, but the scientific community warns of losing critical data on climate, planetary science, and our cosmic neighborhood.The ripple effects will reach far beyond NASA. American businesses reliant on contracts for instruments or technical services could face layoffs and lost innovation, while state and local economies near NASA centers will feel the impact of job reductions. Internationally, the U.S. risks ceding leadership to other nations eager to step into the vacuum, potentially undermining longstanding partnerships and collaborative missions.NASA leadership and advocacy groups are urging the public to make their voices heard. According to The Planetary Society, there is still time for citizens to contact their Congressional representatives and emphasize the importance of investing in space science, not just for technological spinoffs and economic benefits, but for keeping humanity’s spirit of exploration alive.Looking ahead, keep your eye on the final Congressional budget negotiations later this summer, the Crew-11 launch, and the rollout of NASA+ on Netflix. If you’re passionate about space, now is the moment to reach out to your lawmakers or participate in advocacy campaigns. For more details, visit NASA’s website or organizations like The Planetary Society. Thanks for tuning in to our NASA news roundup. Don’t forget to subscribe and stay curious about what lies beyond our world. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
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  • NASA's Sungrazing Probe Breaks Records, Commercial Crews Fly, and Budget Shifts Ahead
    Big news from NASA this week as the Parker Solar Probe completed its twenty-fourth close approach to the Sun, matching its own record by skimming just 3.8 million miles from the solar surface. According to NASA’s Arik Posner, this mission is not only pushing technological limits but also providing “unrivaled measurements of the solar wind and solar activity” at a time when the sun is entering a more active phase in its cycle. Why does this matter to listeners? These breakthroughs help protect astronauts, satellites, and even power grids back here on Earth by giving us a better understanding of space weather, which can disrupt everything from navigation systems to airline operations. The Parker Probe’s continuing health and performance are good news for everyone depending on reliable space and communications infrastructure, and for the growing U.S. commercial and international space sectors.On the human spaceflight front, NASA’s collaborative efforts continue to expand. This week, NASA is welcoming the fourth private astronaut mission to the International Space Station. Four private astronauts, launched with American commercial partners, are now in orbit, where they’ll engage in research, outreach, and commercial projects. NASA sees these missions as a critical step in developing a robust low-Earth orbit economy—a strategy that aims to empower U.S. industry, lower government costs, and shift the agency’s focus to deep space Artemis missions to the Moon and eventually Mars. This public-private partnership model is changing the space landscape, opening new doors for state and local governments, U.S. companies, and international partners alike, all while fueling job growth and technological innovation.There are also updates on the budget front. The House Appropriations Committee has moved forward with a bill increasing NASA’s budget by 1%, but with significant shifts—channeling more resources to human and robotic exploration while leaving science programs with less than planned. That means, while Artemis and deep space exploration are funded at requested levels, the Science Mission Directorate faces a $200 million shortfall versus the White House’s request. Experts warn this could put pressure on smaller science projects and create tough choices for NASA leadership.If you’re wondering about upcoming events, keep an eye out for NASA’s Crew-11 mission set for late July, and another commercial cargo launch in August that will deliver science gear and station supplies—plus a powerful boost to the ISS’s orbit, reducing reliance on Russian hardware. For skywatchers, NASA’s Jet Propulsion Lab notes that Saturn and Venus are putting on a show in the morning sky, and the Milky Way’s core is at its brightest.For ways to get involved, NASA invites citizens to tune in to mission coverage on NASA+ and follow agency updates on social media. Policymakers and stakeholders can watch the budget process and provide public input as Congress debates final allocations.Thanks for tuning in to this week’s NASA update. Don’t forget to subscribe to catch all the latest developments in space policy, science, and exploration. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
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  • Axiom Mission 4 Lifts Off, Sparking Cooperation and Concerns for NASA's Future
    NASA made headlines this week with the launch of Axiom Mission 4, marking another milestone in the agency’s expanding partnership with private industry and international collaborators. At 2:31 a.m. Eastern on June 25, a crew of private astronauts lifted off from Kennedy Space Center aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9, bound for the International Space Station. This mission, a joint effort with Axiom Space and SpaceX, underscores NASA’s evolving role as both host and facilitator of commercial space operations. The Dragon spacecraft is scheduled to dock with the ISS early on June 26, a testament to what acting NASA Administrator Janet Petro describes as “a shared technical approach” between NASA, Roscosmos, and commercial partners. Petro said, “NASA and Roscosmos have a long history of cooperation... This professional working relationship has allowed the agencies to arrive at a shared technical approach and now Axiom Mission 4 launch and docking will proceed.”For Americans, the significance of Axiom Mission 4 is twofold. First, it signals a new era where private companies are not just passengers but key players in human spaceflight, potentially paving the way for jobs in the burgeoning space economy and expanding STEM educational opportunities. Second, it demonstrates the resilience of international cooperation—even amidst complex global challenges—ensuring the ISS continues as a hub for science and diplomacy.Meanwhile, NASA’s fiscal outlook is drawing concern across the scientific community. The White House recently proposed a $25.4 billion budget for NASA in 2025, a slight uptick from last year, but the Office of Management and Budget also announced a plan that would slash 47% from the agency’s science program, jeopardizing 41 missions. The Planetary Society warns that if enacted, these deep cuts could result in layoffs for a third of NASA’s staff and the shutdown of spacecraft currently making groundbreaking discoveries. Such reductions threaten not just scientific knowledge but also economic and technological spinoffs that benefit businesses and local governments.On a brighter note, NASA continues its grassroots outreach: students from New York and Utah this week spoke directly with astronauts aboard the ISS in a unique Q&A, and the RockOn student sounding rocket launch at Wallops Flight Facility is set for June 26, giving the next generation invaluable hands-on experience.Looking ahead, the stakes are high. NASA and its partners will continue monitoring the ISS’s Zvezda module after recent repairs, keeping safety paramount. Meanwhile, advocates urge citizens to voice support for robust space funding. If you care about America’s role in exploring the cosmos, now’s the time to contact your representatives or participate in public forums.Stay tuned for updates on Axiom Mission 4's progress, the fate of NASA’s budget, and more opportunities to get involved. For regular news, visit nasa.gov or The Planetary Society. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a launch—or a moment shaping our future in space.Thanks for tuning in. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
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  • NASA's Solar Flare, Artemis Funding, and Dark Sky Adventures - Your Weekly Space Briefing
    Welcome back, listeners, to your go-to podcast for the pulse of NASA and space exploration. This week’s top headline comes straight from NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory: on June 17, the Sun unleashed a powerful X1.2 class solar flare. These flares are the most intense, and just to put it in perspective, such solar events can disrupt radio communications, impact electric power grids, and even affect navigation signals both here on Earth and on spacecraft. NASA is working closely with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Space Weather Prediction Center to monitor and communicate any potential risks to the public and industries that depend on space-based technology.This isn’t the only news lighting up NASA’s departments. Acting NASA Administrator Janet Petro announced at the Paris Air Show that NASA just inked an expanded partnership with the German Aerospace Center. The focus is space medicine—DLR will provide radiation sensors for the upcoming Artemis II mission’s Orion capsule. The aim is to deepen our understanding of the health risks posed by deep space exploration, a step forward that has implications for astronaut safety and medical research worldwide.Budget news is also making waves. Congress is finalizing NASA’s fiscal year 2025 allocation with a modest 1% increase, up to about $25.4 billion. But there’s a catch: while the Artemis Moon program keeps its full funding at $7.6 billion, science programs will get roughly $200 million less than the White House requested, putting pressure on upcoming missions and research projects. NASA’s science teams are being challenged to do more with less, and as expert observers from The Planetary Society note, this could mean hard choices ahead—potentially affecting jobs, research partnerships, and the pace of scientific discovery.In terms of community events, NASA is making an unusual call to action: pack your bags and leave the city lights behind. June is the best time to catch the Milky Way’s core, and NASA is encouraging everyone to seek out dark-sky locations. Why? Light pollution has increased the brightness of our night skies by up to 10% each year, making the galaxy invisible to millions. It’s a chance for families, schools, and amateur astronomers to reconnect with the wonder of our universe while supporting local tourism in rural areas.For students and educators, NASA is hosting live Q&A events this month with astronauts on the International Space Station, including Nichole Ayers and Anne McClain. These sessions are a unique way to engage directly with the people living and working off-planet, inspiring the next generation of explorers.Looking ahead, keep your eyes on NASA’s TRACERS mission, which is preparing for a July launch to study how solar wind interacts with Earth’s magnetosphere. If you’re passionate about science or space policy, now’s the time to reach out to your representatives or join NASA’s open forums to weigh in on spending priorities and future programs.For more on NASA’s news and how you can get involved—whether it’s submitting a question for astronauts, planning your own star party, or tracking space weather alerts—visit the official NASA website. Thank you for tuning in, and don’t forget to subscribe for your weekly briefing on the cosmos and beyond. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
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