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Jared Isaacman, 42, a tech entrepreneur and private astronaut. AP

Trump again nominates billionaire Jared Isaacman to lead Nasa

Tech entrepreneur will formally step into the role once approved by the Senate

Momentum building for UAE attempt to land on far side of the Moon

UAE launches satellites that can 'see through clouds' to boost disaster response

UAE space platform to bring satellites within reach of students and start-ups

The year's largest supermoon to be visible in UAE on Wednesday

Orionids meteor shower to light up UAE skies on Tuesday night

Thuraya-1: UAE marks 25 years since launch of its first satellite

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Gecko Robotics's chief executive Jake Loosarian says the company has no immediate plans for an IPO. Antonie Robertson/The National

US tech firm Gecko Robotics aims to start making robots in the UAE by next year

Grand Theft Auto VI is set to follow Jason and Lucia’s crime-fuelled partnership. Photo: Rockstar Games

Grand Theft Auto 6 delayed yet again

Al Ittihad’s Ashleigh Plumptre, left, has signed a new two-year contract. Photo: Saudi Women’s Premier League

How Kelly helped Plumptre on path to success with Al Ittihad and Nigeria

Several species are benefiting from Emirates Park Zoo & Resort's wildlife conservation programmes. Antonie Robertson / The National

Abu Dhabi zoo introduces IVF to help boost local wildlife

Lucid Gravity Grand Touring is a full-size electric SUV. Photo: Lucid Motors

Seven car brands driving change in the UAE market

This year's Sharjah International Book Fair offers more than 1,200 cultural and artistic events. Pawan Singh / The National

Five things to do at Sharjah International Book Fair

Marco Penge, left, and Rory McIlroy shake hands on the 18th after day one of the Abu Dhabi HSBC Championship. Getty Images

Penge flexes muscles to earn approval from rival McIlroy in Abu Dhabi

Elle Fanning, left, and Dek, portrayed by Dimitrius Schuster-Koloamatangi, in a scene from Predator: Badlands. Photo: 20th Century Studios

Predator: Badlands is set far in the future of the Alien franchise – here's why

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Abu Dhabi space technology company Space42's stand at Gitex Global 2025 in Dubai. Antonie Robertson / The National

UAE lining up new satellite internet system after Red Sea cable disruption

Space42 deal to deliver satellite internet services straight to phones of e& users

Arab world's first joint satellite a step closer to lift-off

The rocket engine could one day be used for satellites and lunar landing missions. Photo: Technology Innovation Institute

Abu Dhabi researchers test-fire rocket engine for future Mars missions

Countries join forces to avoid star wars as US and China race to the Moon

The Hunter's Moon will rise over the UAE on October 7. EPA

How to watch Hunter's supermoon in the UAE tonight

Astrophysicist who looked to stars as child wants to give back to UAE

UAE-led research shows insulin monitors can work in space

First Emirati to lead global satellite organisation targets space junk and digital divide

'We pray for a good landing': UAE hopes high for 2026 Moon mission

The Hubble Space Telescope captured this image of the comet 31/Atlas when it was 445,787km from Earth on July 25. Photo: Hubble Space Telescope / Nasa

'Surprising' chemistry of interstellar comet could offer insight into distant planets

Comet which travelled from outside solar system has fascinated scientists

All systems go as UAE’s space economy grows to Dh22 billion

Abu Dhabi researchers train AI system to save satellites from solar storms

Blood Moon thrills UAE stargazers during rare total lunar eclipse

UAE skywatchers set for five-hour Blood Moon during rare total lunar eclipse

SpaceX sets sights on Moon, Mars and 'maximum excitement' after rocket launch

From helmets to faces: Why we see strange objects on Mars

Starlink power cuts reveal vulnerabilities of space-based internet systems

Blackouts in low-Earth orbit systems spread far beyond one region

Russia to send 75 mice into space aboard 'miniature hotel'

UAE skywatchers prepare for rare total lunar eclipse, supermoons and meteor show

Trump executive order to relax US space rocket rules

Perseids meteor shower lights up UAE skies but full moon dims celestial show

Las Vegas Sphere team to design Starlab station with wellbeing in mind

Apollo 13 captain who made 'Houston, we have a problem' legendary dies at age 97

People gather to watch the Perseids meteor shower from the top of Jais Mountain in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, 13 August 2025. The Dubai Astronomy Group organized an event for people to watch the Perseids Meteor shower and learn about astronomy. EPA / ALI HAIDER

Perseids meteor shower lights up UAE skies but full moon dims celestial show

Tuesday night was prime opportunity for star gazers to witness spectacular display

Las Vegas Sphere team to design Starlab station with wellbeing in mind

Apollo 13 captain who made 'Houston, we have a problem' legendary dies at age 97

Sleep like a hamster, wake up on Mars: Is hibernation key to deep space travel?

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