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NSF Congratulates Recipients of Prestigious National Medal of Science and National Medal of Technology and Innovation Awards NSF Press Release 1/7/2025 Arlington, Va.– The National Science Foundation (NSF) congratulates the recipients of the prestigious National Medal of Science and National Medal of Technology and Innovation awards. These awards are the nation’s highest honors for scientists, … Read more

NASA Reestablishes Art Program with Stunning Mural in New York City January 7, 2025 Washington, D.C. – NASA has announced the launch of a new Art Program, aimed at inspiring and engaging the public through the power of art. The program, which was disbanded in 2012, has been reestablished with the unveiling of a breathtaking … Read more

NASA to Explore Two Landing Options for Returning Samples from Mars January 7, 2025 – NASA is currently exploring two different landing options for the Mars Sample Return (MSR) mission, which aims to bring back samples from the Red Planet to Earth for further analysis. The two options include landing either in Jezero Crater, where … Read more

JAXA’s First Wooden Satellite Deploys from Space Station January 7, 2025 [Redacted], Florida – The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has successfully deployed its first wooden satellite from the International Space Station (ISS). The WNISAT-1 (Wooden Nano-Satellite) was launched to the ISS on December 22, 2024, aboard the SpaceX Dragon CRS-28 cargo spacecraft. WNISAT-1 is … Read more

NASA eClips Educator Receives 2024 VAST Science Educator Specialist Award [Publication Date] 2025-01-07 19:24 [Source] NASA [Summary] NASA eClips Educator Kurt Andresen has been selected to receive the 2024 Visual Arts Satellite Technology (VAST) Science Educator Specialist Award. The award recognizes Andresen’s exceptional contributions to science education through his innovative use of VAST technology. [Details] … Read more

Best of 2024: Reestablished NASA Art Program Begins with Mural in New York City January 7, 2025, 9:00 p.m. ET Washington, D.C. – The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) today unveiled the first in a series of murals to be created as part of the agency’s newly reestablished Art Program. The mural, titled “Cosmic … Read more

Federal Reserve Board H.10: Foreign Exchange Rates – Revision to H.10 January 7, 2025 – The Federal Reserve Board today announced a revision to its statistical release, H.10: Foreign Exchange Rates. The revision incorporates new data sources and methodologies to improve the accuracy and timeliness of the release. Key Changes The revised H.10 release now … Read more

Austin to Convene Ukraine Coalition Group to Map Country’s Future Defense Needs, Objectives WASHINGTON – Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III will convene a meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group on Jan. 20 to discuss mapping Ukraine’s future defense needs and objectives. The meeting, which will be held at Ramstein Air Base in … Read more

A Commander-in-Chief’s Final Journey Led by Military Tradition Defense.gov, January 7, 2025 Today, the nation witnessed the solemn procession of the late Commander-in-Chief, escorted by a joint service honor guard. The ceremony was a testament to the military tradition that has been passed down through generations, honoring the legacy of those who have served. At … Read more

Department of Defense Awards $14.3 Million to Expand Sources of Solid Rocket Motors Posted: 2025-01-07 14:10 The Department of Defense (DoD) has awarded a $14.3 million contract to Aerojet Rocketdyne to expand the sources of solid rocket motors used in various missile and launch systems. Solid rocket motors are essential for powering rockets and missiles, … Read more