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US strikes Iranian launchers on Larak Island in first known attack in weeks - BBC

US strikes Iranian launchers on Larak Island in first known attack in weeks BBC Iran war live: IRGC attacks US bases in Jordan after US bombs Larak Island Al Jazeera US strikes Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz in first military action in weeks AP News Live Updates

Kacey Musgraves Launches Lube, Hangs from Giant Disco Balls at Tour Kickoff

The suggestive product launch arrived just days before Musgraves took the joke to arena scale in Chicago. Kacey Musgraves Launches Lube, Hangs from Giant Disco Balls at Tour Kickoff Alex Krinsky

'What a glorious dawn launch': Why the Roman Space Telescope's picture-perfect liftoff beyond Earth is such a big deal

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Trump calls in to NASA press conference to celebrate launch of Roman Space Telescope, a mission he tried to cancel

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The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope launches to study dark matter and dark energy

After funding struggles and a name change, the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope has been successfully launched.

Middle East Live: Tehran targets bases in Jordan and UAE after US strikes Iran for the first time in a month

US forces struck what they described as Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz in their first military action in a month on Sunday, breaking a lull in fighting during an intermittent war that has lasted more than six months.

Iran war live: Tehran says it attacked bases in Jordan, UAE after US strike

CENTCOM says US forces bombed two IRGC rocket launchers on Larak Island which presented an 'imminent threat'.

Apple Labor Day 2026 deals now live: AirPods, M6 Mac mini, AirTag 2, iPhone, more

Amazon has now officially launched its massive 2026 Labor Day Sale and the deals are flying.

How to watch Apple’s September event: iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone Ultra, more

Apple has announced September 9 as the date for its iPhone launch event, with a tagline: ‘Surprise and shine.’ Here’s how to watch the September event live, and a roundup of new products rumored to debut.

Apple Maps has ads now - The Verge

Apple Maps has ads now The Verge Apple Maps ads are live. Here's what they look like Mashable Apple Maps launches ads on iPhone, here’s what’s new 9to5Mac Apple Maps vs Google Maps: Apple's latest "upgrade" makes the winner obvious PhoneArena Apple Maps Ads Are Here, and There's

Pandora and Alex Consani Went Woo Woo in La La Land to Launch the Talisman Collection

With Alex Consani as co-host, the night brought astrology, jewelry, and a rooftop performance by Griff to the Hollywood Roosevelt.

NASA's Roman Space Telescope is ready for launch aboard SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket

Update for Aug.

Liftoff! NASA's Roman Space Telescope soars to the stars on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket in spectacular launch (video)

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Watch Rocket Lab launch Japanese radar satellite to orbit early on Sept. 1

Rocket Lab will launch a private Japanese radar satellite to orbit early Tuesday morning (Sept.

'No guts, no glory': How I captured NASA's Roman Space Telescope cross the sun on a picture-perfect SpaceX Falcon Heavy launch

The SpaceX Falcon Heavy carrying NASA's Roman Space Telescope crosses the face o the sun as it launches to space from Pad 39A of the Kennedy Space Center in Florida in this photo taken by Space.com's Josh Dinner from a Titusville Hobby Lobby parking lot.

SpaceX, NASA delay next astronaut launch to ISS due to leak on Dragon spacecraft

SpaceX's next astronaut mission to the International Space Station won't launch on Sept.

NASA’s Roman Space Telescope launches to reveal the Universe’s darkest secrets

NASA’s Roman Space Telescope has launched on a million mile journey to L2, where it will scan huge portions of the cosmos for clues about dark matter, dark energy, and distant worlds.

Iran’s economy in crisis as US launches new sanctions campaign - The Guardian

Iran’s economy in crisis as US launches new sanctions campaign The Guardian Trump vows to hit Iran hard as strikes and economic pressure ramp up The Washington Post Now recruiting: Operation Outcast Politico US plans to sanction another bank in effort to clamp down on Iran transa

NASA’s huge Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope is about to launch

The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, which launches on 30 August, will observe space with the same detail as the Hubble Space Telescope, but over a much larger area

NASA’s Dark Universe-Seeking Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Launches

Now on a three-month, million-mile journey to its final orbit, NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope will soon reveal the universe’s darkest secrets.

APOD: 2026 August 31 – Launch of the Roman Space Telescope

APOD Science APOD APOD: 2026 August 31 –… Today’s APOD Archive Submissions Index Search Calendar RSS Education About Discuss APOD Astronomy Picture of the Day Discover the cosmos!

NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Launches

NASA’s Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, transits the Sun during launch from the agency’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida on Aug.

Jeep Recon Is Finally Ready For Launch With 20 Extra Horsepower, Less Range And Dealer Discounts

Maybe the Recon would have been a solid EV in 2023, 2024 or 2025, but we're getting to the end of 2026, and the numbers just aren't backing it up at this point.

KEEN Launches the “Nocturnal Pack” Starring Two Limited-Edition Silhouettes

Name: KEEN "Nocturnal Pack"Colorway: “Nocturnal Black"SKU: TBCMSRP: $190 - $200 USDRelease Date: Available NowWhere to Buy: KEENThe KEEN “Nocturnal Pack” introduces a limited-edition collection that reimagines two of the brand’s most recognizable silhouettes - the UNEEK Loafer an

Launch HN: Hebbian Robotics (YC S26) – Build scalable robotics data pipelines

Hi HN, we’re Brandon and Kingston, the founders of Hebbian Robotics.

Launch HN: Almanac (YC S26) – AI that knows your company

Hi HN, I'm Kushagra, one of three founders of Almanac, a Hermes with a brain that knows everything about your company.

Real Trump Coins denies launching GOLD token, blames ‘bad actors’

Trump-linked Real Trump Coins said it never authorized GOLD or any digital token as questions persisted over its X account, associated domains and the concentrated token supply.

Lift-off! NASA launches Roman Space Telescope to tackle dark-energy mysteries

Nature, Published online: 30 August 2026; doi:10.1038/d41586-026-02727-7 The space observatory will have an expansive view of the Universe as well as sharp resolution.

Apple Might Add a Pencil to Its First Foldable, but Don’t Expect It at Launch

Steve Jobs said in 2007 that “nobody wants a stylus” for the iPhone. That could change.

21 Rich Guys Got Genesis To Launch A Bespoke Program In The Middle East, America Is Next

The GV90 launch revealed Genesis is tailoring its ultra-luxury One of One service for U.S. buyers

Rocket Report: Europe splashes some cash on launch startups; Pallas-1 nears debut

Welcome to Edition 9.08 of the Rocket Report!

Apple reportedly considered launching a new Apple Pencil for iPhone Ultra

Apple’s first foldable iPhone should be making its debut in just over a week. In the development process, Apple was reportedly mulling the idea of launching a new Apple Pencil to use alongside the iPhone Ultra – though it probably won’t make it to market. more…

NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Launches to Find Exoplanets and Unravel Mysteries of Dark Matter and Dark Energy

The new observatory will complete three surveys of the universe in five years, although it's designed to function at least twice as long. Its data could change scientists' basic understanding of the cosmos

Apple will be launching its first pair of smart glasses next year: Here’s what’s coming

As soon as next year, Apple will be debuting its first pair of AI-powered smart glasses. They’ll integrate Visual Intelligence and bring Siri to the real world. Here’s what we’re expecting. more…

Tested: You have to see Sharge’s impressive new metal unibody power bank with display [Launch deal]

Not all power banks are made equal.

Chess.com launched a poker site, and it’s planning even more classic games

Chess.com has done one thing, and one thing very well, for almost 20 years, but now it's going beyond its domain name.

US strikes Iranian rocket launchers in first attack since late July

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Trump hails NASA’s space telescope launch

President Trump on Sunday praised NASA for launching its dark universe-seeking space telescope.

What time will SpaceX launch NASA's Roman Space Telescope today? (Full mission timeline)

Update for Aug.

NASA's newest space telescope launches on a quest to explore the hidden universe

NASA's newest crown jewel blasted off Sunday to hunt for planets around other stars, explore secret dark energy and survey the cosmos like never before.

NASA's newest space telescope launches on a quest to explore the hidden universe

The bus-sized telescope — named after the late Nancy Grace Roman, NASA's first chief astronomer — will take more than three months to reach its destination.

U.S. strikes Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz in first military action in weeks

The fighting comes just days after the Trump administration said it would turn its focus to increasing economic pressure — rather than military action — to try to end its war with Iran.

Keralam to launch resting hubs for gig workers in three cities

Move as part of UDF government’s 100-day action plan. Project to be expanded to more places based on response of gig workers to the three hubs in initial phase, says State Labour Minister’s office

NASA launches first telescope named after female scientist

The Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, named after NASA's first Chief of Astronomy, will observe black holes, exoplanets and exploding stars.

STAT+: CMS plans launch event for ACCESS, the Medicare chronic care pilot

In this edition of STAT Health Tech: CMS plans a launch event for Medicare chronic care pilot, and what the Meta settlement means for health AI.

NASA's Roman telescope set to launch on cosmic mapping mission

NASA is preparing to launch its new flagship space telescope on Sunday, embarking on a multiyear mission to create an unprecedented map of the cosmos and shed light on some of the biggest mysteries in physics.

NASA launches new space telescope

NASA has successfully launched its newest space telescope from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

US forces strike Iranian launchers on Larak island in Strait of Hormuz

US forces struck Iranian rocket launchers on the Strait of Hormuz in the first military action in a month, a US official said Sunday.

K-beauty giant APR's shares up 100% this year ahead of U.S. Costco launch in September

APR is accelerating its U.S. retail expansion with a Costco launch in September, as the K-beauty company's shares have surged nearly 100% this year.

'A giant leap forward': Nasa launches powerful new space telescope

The US space agency's telescope is starting a multi-year mission to create a new map of the universe and learn more about dark energy and dark matter.

'A glorious dawn launch': NASA's newest space telescope has left the Earth

The tour-bus-sized telescope aims to unravel cosmic mysteries and identify more than 100,000 planets beyond our solar system.

Japan-South Korea business panel launched to address low birth rate

The group aims to enable the two countries to share knowledge and experiences in seeking solutions to their demographic challenges through private-sector cooperation.

Oil rises over 1% after U.S. forces strike two Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island

Oil rises Monday, amid heightened concerns over supply disruptions after U.S. forces struck two Iranian rocket launchers on Larak Island on Sunday.

U.S. forces strike two Iranian launchers on Iran’s Larak island, U.S. official says

The last known U.S. strikes on Iran were in late July as the war has reached a stalemate in recent weeks with Washington threatening to sanction countries that support Tehran.

NASA launches $4.3bn Roman Telescope to uncover universe’s hidden secrets

SpaceX Falcon Heavy propels telescope on cosmic quest to investigate dark energy and matter.

NASA's newest space telescope launches on a quest to explore the hidden universe

The bus-sized telescope — named after the late Nancy Grace Roman, NASA's first chief astronomer — will take more than three months to reach its destination.

NASA is preparing to launch the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. Here's what to know

NASA plans to soon launch a new space telescope that will survey a billion galaxies to trace how the universe evolved over time, all courtesy of America's spy program and decades of research into detector technology.

Custom launchers won't fix your boring phone; this forgotten widget app actually will

Adding more decorative widgets is the real answer

SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket launching NASA's Roman Space Telescope on Aug. 30: How to watch it live

Update for Aug.

Apple will launch 15+ new products this fall, here’s what’s coming

Apple has a packed lineup of products launching this fall, including new iPhones, Macs, iPads, and more. Here’s every new Apple product rumored to arrive starting September 9.

NASA launches Roman telescope aiming to provide 'a new atlas of the universe'

NASA on Sunday launched its Roman Space Telescope aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, beginning a multi-year mission to create a vast new map of the cosmos.

US Navy launches missiles from its first drone sailboat — Saildrone Surveyor launches dual JAGM missiles, carrier strike group tests armed USV and electronic wa

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Police launch probe into smuggling of teak trees

Nearly 15 teak trees, planted as part of a social forestry initiative by the Irrigation Department 20 years ago, were felled and smuggled from the spot by unidentified persons.

Juanes, Alejandro Sanz & More Launch Marea Viva to Rebuild Chocó After Earthquake & More Uplifting Moments

Plus, Amazon Music honors Juan Gabriel’s legacy, and Eladio Carrión earns the Hispanic Heritage Foundation’s Inspira Award.

Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Launches this Sunday

Article URL: https://www.npr.org/2026/08/28/nx-s1-5905370/nasa-nancy-grace-roman-space-telescope-dark-energy-supernova Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=49482833 Points: 43 # Comments: 4

Dezeen Events Guide launches digital guide to London Design Festival 2026

Dezeen Events Guide has launched its digital guide and interactive map for the 2026 edition of London Design Festival, which enters its 24th iteration.

SpaceX recovers Starship from the Indian Ocean a month after launch and is shipping it back to Texas

SpaceX has pulled off its biggest salvage operation yet, recovering its most recently launched Starship from the Indian Ocean.

Trump tried to scrap NASA's Roman Space Telescope last year. Now it's ready to launch

The hours are counting down to the launch of NASA's newest flagship orbital observatory.

SpaceX To Build Second Spaceport In Louisiana That It Claims Could Launch Thousands Of Starship Rockets Per Year

Keep in mind that all this hinges on Starship eventually becoming a real boy!

On this day in space! Aug. 27, 1962: NASA launches Mariner 2 to Venus for ambitious flyby

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Solstice Scraps Element Deal and Launches $500 Million Buyback

Elon Musk is about to launch an Nvidia data center into orbit — and he's betting everything on its chips

See Moments After a Glacier Collapsed, Launching Deadly Flash Floods in Nepal - The New York Times

See Moments After a Glacier Collapsed, Launching Deadly Flash Floods in Nepal The New York Times Landslides and floods have wreaked havoc in Nepal and China.

Powerful Ariane 6 rocket launches European weather satellite to orbit (video)

Europe's most powerful rocket flew again today (Aug.

Hyundai To Launch A Rear-Drive Performance Car By 2030, And A New High-Volume Performance Brand Between N-Line And Full-Fat N Models

The new RWD Hyundai N model will be offered with all-wheel drive, but we have no further details yet.

Probe launched after group stops Keralam CM Satheesan’s convoy in Thiruvananthapuram

The group, organising another Sree Narayana Guru event at Chenthi, signalled the CM’s vehicle which was heading to Chempazhanthy to stop and attend their event

New Twitter launches, says Musk's X gave up the name

Operation Bluebird, the Virginia-based startup trying to revive the allegedly abandoned “Twitter” name and logo, announced Monday that it has launched its new social media network: Twitter.now.

New Mac mini and more now available from Amazon for launch day pre-order [Updated]

Update August 27, 2026 : The new Mac Studio is also now available for pre-order on Amazon.

New Apple TV 4K is coming: Four features launching soon

A new Apple TV 4K is long overdue , and was originally expected to launch last fall. But now that Siri AI is finally ready, all signs point to the new Apple TV 4K being unveiled soon—possibly at the September 9 event . Here’s what’s rumored.

M6 release schedule: Here’s every new Mac and iPad launching next

Apple launched its next-generation M6 chip this week in the new Mac mini. But several more products will get M6 upgrades soon. Here’s the rumored release schedule for M6 Macs and iPads.