Space, science and monitoring ahead of missions
NASA will preview two upcoming spacewalks to complete solar array installation and power augmentation of the International Space Station during a news conference at 2 p.m. EDT, Tuesday, Oct. 20, from NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston. NASA will stream the event through a variety of platforms. Learn where to watch online: https://www.nasa.gov/live NASA participants […] [5]
NASA astronauts Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney will answer prerecorded STEM questions from Florida students as they are aboard the International Space Station; the Earth-to-space call will begin at 12:30 p.m. EDT Friday, Oct. 16, with an updated start time noted in the source. [6]
NASA will provide an update on its plans to return American astronauts to the surface of the Moon by 2028 at a briefing at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, including details about Artemis III and related missions. [23]
NASA’s Chandra X-ray Observatory has helped explain the ‘Treble Clef’ galaxy cluster collision, attributing the radio wave formation to a supermassive black hole outburst followed by a collision. [9]
UK government funds and infrastructure to support resilience and heritage
Britain will fund £17 million in repairs to the Chornobyl nuclear power plant damaged by a Russian drone attack, part of ongoing support for critical infrastructure. [1]
A major drive to restore churches and revitalise heritage buildings in communities across England was announced, with 74 heritage and faith buildings receiving support from the Places of Worship Renewal Fund and the Heritage at Risk Capital Fund. [2]
A new timetable for Great British Railways is outlined, with a Derby headquarters and apprenticeship opportunities for up to 600 young people. [3]
EU support for cohesion, space technologies and global finance themes
The European Commission announced six projects that won REGIOSTARS Awards for contributions to Europe’s cohesion, recognizing efforts in regional development. [8]
Commissioners Kubilius and Lahbib highlighted cross-regional dialogue on disaster risk management using space technologies to strengthen resilience and international cooperation. [18]
Key speeches covered broader European cohesion policy and a call for a more competitive union, with emphasis on regional competitiveness and resilience. [26]