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Flyby

Psyche spacecraft captures Mars images during flyby

A NASA spacecraft has captured striking new images of Mars as it flew past the Red Planet at an altitude of just 4,609km during a gravity-assist manoeuvre on its journey towards the asteroid belt.

21 May 2026-16:52
Near-Earth asteroid Apophis: What you need to know

Scientists expect an asteroid the size of about three football fields to pass near Earth in three years, offering researchers a rare opportunity to study the large space rock up close, according to NASA.

16 Apr 2026-14:50
NASA issues alert for incoming asteroid flyby

NASA is closely monitoring a car-sized asteroid expected to pass by Earth on March 25, traveling at approximately 12,168 miles per hour.

25 Mar 2026-13:39