UC San Diego Alumna Jessica Meir Returns to Space as Commander
Meir, a graduate of Scripps Institution of Oceanography, will lead NASA's SpaceX Crew-12 mission to the International Space Station.
Crew-12 Launches to International Space Station
International Crew Set to Dock at Space Station
Science
NASA, SpaceX Launch Astronauts to Space Station on Friday the 13th
The Crew-12 mission marks the first time NASA has launched a crewed mission on the unlucky date.

SpaceX Crew-12 Astronauts Dock with Short-Staffed Space Station
The four-person crew will join three other spaceflyers already aboard the International Space Station.
SpaceX Crew Blasts Off to Space Station
NASA's first medical evacuation from the International Space Station prompts a quick crew replacement mission.
Tech
Hegseth Taps Blue Origin for U.S. Space Defense During Arsenal of Freedom Tour
Defense Secretary Visits Blue Origin Facilities, Praises Partnership Between Military and Industry

Blue Origin Pauses Space Tourism to Focus on Moon Lander and Orbital Rocket
Jeff Bezos's company shifts priorities to government contracts and long-delayed orbital ambitions as it faces mounting pressure to deliver
Lockheed's New GPS Satellite Enters Orbit, Promising Sharper Accuracy And Tougher Security
Lockheed Martin successfully launches its 9th GPS III satellite, enhancing warfighter operations and showcasing US technology leadership.