US Moon Race Heats Up as Trump Pushes for 2026 Landing
With new NASA chief Jared Isaacman at the helm, the US aims to beat China back to the moon by 2026. Can private space companies like SpaceX deliver on Trump's ambitious lunar directive?
With new NASA chief Jared Isaacman at the helm, the US aims to beat China back to the moon by 2026. Can private space companies like SpaceX deliver on Trump's ambitious lunar directive?
China has announced a 55% tariff on Australian beef imports exceeding quotas, a move that has angered producers and threatens a major trade relationship. Explore the details and implications.
From AI threats to climate anxiety, discover the eerie 2025 events forecast by The Simpsons decades ago. Explore the show's uncanny track record of predicting global trends.
From hurricanes to war zones, explore how satellite imagery documented 2025's most significant moments. See the year's impact from a unique, space-based perspective.
Amanda Nguyen, the first Vietnamese woman in space, opens up about a 'tsunami of harassment' following her historic Blue Origin flight with Katy Perry and Gayle King.
Former US President Donald Trump says he is 'not worried' about China's live-fire military exercises near Taiwan, raising questions about future US policy in the region. Read the full analysis.
A UK reader proposes using the Jules Verne crater on the moon's far side as a designated graveyard for defunct spacecraft, mirroring Earth's Point Nemo. Read the latest letters.
A new geopolitical contest for the Moon's resources is underway, with US-led private ventures and a China-Russia bloc competing for strategic and economic supremacy. Explore the risks and implications.
Beijing imposes sanctions on Boeing and other US defence companies after Washington approves its largest-ever weapons package for Taiwan, escalating tensions. Read the full analysis.
Japan's cabinet approves a historic ¥9tn defence budget, boosting strike-back capabilities as tensions with China escalate over Taiwan and space militarisation. Read the full analysis.
Victoria Beckham's luxury hand cream collection is a hit with shoppers, scoring 4.7 stars. Discover the four-piece set's key ingredients and how it compares to more affordable alternatives.
A single parking space in Notting Hill is on sale for £295,000, exceeding the UK's average house price. A rare investment in prime London property.
Olympic champions and governing bodies warn planning reforms could scrap vital protections for England's playing fields, hitting the poorest communities hardest. Act now to save our green spaces.
Cambridge University's trial eights saw Baby and Beans crews triumph, offering a first look at the 2026 Boat Race squads. Get the full results and athlete insights.
China imposes provisional tariffs of up to 42.7% on EU dairy products, a move seen as retaliation for EU electric vehicle duties. The decision impacts major brands and trade relations.
As over 400 moon missions are planned, researchers propose designated 'spacecraft graveyards' to protect historic sites from crashing satellites. Discover the urgent plan for lunar debris.
Halkin unveils a new design-led workspace at 107 Cheapside, offering flexible private offices, coworking, and meeting rooms. Boasting 24/7 access near St Paul's, it's built for modern productivity. Arrange a viewing today.
As private companies and billionaires lead a new era of space commercialisation, existing international treaties are under strain. Can we prevent cosmic monopolies and ensure space benefits all humankind?
Michaela Benthaus, an engineer paralysed in a bike accident, made history as the first wheelchair user to reach the edge of space on a Blue Origin flight. Read her inspiring story.
Michaela Benthaus, a paraplegic engineer from Germany, becomes the first wheelchair user in space aboard Blue Origin's New Shepard capsule. Her landmark flight marks a giant leap for accessibility in space tourism.
Discover Barnsbury Wood, London's smallest nature reserve. This secret Islington sanctuary is perfect for a winter walk, but note the limited weekly opening hours. Plan your visit now.
President Trump discusses Venezuela tensions, Obamacare, the TikTok deal, and signs an executive order for a 2028 moon landing. Get the latest US political updates.
A Harvard scientist's alien spacecraft claim sparks a furious debate as the interstellar object 3i/ATLAS makes its closest approach. Discover the facts and the feud.
A mysterious interstellar object, 3i/ATLAS, makes its closest pass to Earth. While NASA confirms it's a comet, a Harvard scientist warns we can't rule out alien technology. Discover the facts.
China will impose a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive drugs from January 1, ending a 30-year exemption. Experts warn of risks to public health as social media users ridicule the move.
A savvy homeowner in East London nets over £4,300 by renting his driveway to commuters and event-goers for £10 a day, while using a cheap resident's permit to park on the road. Discover how this passive income side hustle works.
Space scientist Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock discusses the Royal Institution Christmas lectures, the search for alien life, and the James Webb Space Telescope. Tune in on BBC Four.
China ends a 30-year tax exemption on contraceptives, imposing a 13% VAT from 1 January. This 'carrot-and-stick' approach aims to boost the birth rate, but experts doubt its effectiveness. Explore the policy shift and public reaction.
The US Senate has confirmed billionaire private astronaut and Elon Musk ally Jared Isaacman as the next NASA administrator. The 67-30 vote sets the stage for a renewed space race with China.
As the International Space Station nears its 2030 decommissioning, a new era of space exploration is dawning. Sky News Daily explores the US-China rivalry and the role of tech billionaires in the final frontier.