N LogoThe National News Logo
  • My Profile
  • Saved articles
  • Newsletters
  • Sign out
UserSign in
  • Register
  • Sign in
News
UAE
Gulf
MENA
US
UK
Europe
Asia
Business
Aviation
Economy
Energy
Money
Property
Banking
Markets
Opinion
Comment
Editorial
Obituaries
Cartoon
Feedback
Future
Science
Space
Technology
Climate
Environment
Road to Net Zero
Health
Culture
Art & Design
Books
Film & TV
Music & On-stage
Pop Culture
Lifestyle
Travel
Fashion & Beauty
Food
Motoring
Luxury
Home & Garden
Wellbeing
Things to do
Sport
World Cup 2026
Football
Cricket
F1
Tennis
Combat Sports
Cycling
Newsletters
Special reports
TN Magazine
  • International
  • UAE
      Podcasts Newsletters Follow us App Video
      NewslettersSpecial reportsTN MagazineWeekend
      News
      UAE
      Gulf
      MENA
      US
      UK
      Europe
      Asia
      Business
      Aviation
      Economy
      Energy
      Money
      Property
      Banking
      Markets
      Opinion
      Comment
      Editorial
      Obituaries
      Cartoon
      Feedback
      Future
      Science
      Space
      Technology
      Climate
      Environment
      Road to Net Zero
      Health
      Culture
      Art & Design
      Books
      Film & TV
      Music & On-stage
      Pop Culture
      Lifestyle
      Travel
      Fashion & Beauty
      Food
      Motoring
      Luxury
      Home & Garden
      Wellbeing
      Things to do
      Sport
      World Cup 2026
      Football
      Cricket
      F1
      Tennis
      Combat Sports
      Cycling
      News
      UAE
      Gulf
      MENA
      US
      UK
      Europe
      Asia
      Business
      Aviation
      Economy
      Energy
      Money
      Property
      Banking
      Markets
      Opinion
      Comment
      Editorial
      Obituaries
      Cartoon
      Feedback
      Future
      Science
      Space
      Technology
      Climate
      Environment
      Road to Net Zero
      Health
      Culture
      Art & Design
      Books
      Film & TV
      Music & On-stage
      Pop Culture
      Lifestyle
      Travel
      Fashion & Beauty
      Food
      Motoring
      Luxury
      Home & Garden
      Wellbeing
      Things to do
      Sport
      World Cup 2026
      Football
      Cricket
      F1
      Tennis
      Combat Sports
      Cycling
      N Logo
      News
      Business
      Opinion
      Future
      Climate
      Health
      Culture
      Lifestyle
      Sport
      Newsletters
      • My Profile
      • Saved articles
      • Newsletters
      • Sign out
      UserSign in
      • Register
      • Sign in
      Future
      Space
      The SpaceX Starship lifts off for a test flight in May. A $1.8 trillion valuation would make SpaceX larger than all but six of the companies in the S&P 500 index. Reuters

      Elon Musk’s SpaceX seeks $75bn in record IPO to fund AI and future launches

      Share offering could pass Saudi Aramco’s record $29.4bn listing, with sale set for June 11

      Markets

      The astronaut putting the 'awe' in 'orbit' with her science lessons from space

      Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket explodes on launchpad during test

      UAE insurers are watching from space. What does that mean for your premium?

      Europe's Exploration Company seeks UAE investors for $200m financing round

      UK boosts its eyes in space with telescope network across overseas territories

      Jordan joins Artemis Accord for peaceful space exploration



      Spotlight

      • Andrei Kostin during the St Petersburg International Economic Forum. Reuters

        On The RecordRussian banker condemns asset seizures and calls for quick Ukraine peace deal

      • Rocio Ruiz with daughter, Sophia, eight, at the Naseej installation at Yas Mall in Abu Dhabi. Victor Besa / The National

        'We waste so many clothes': UAE plan to recycle textiles wins public support

      • Khaldoon Al Mubarak, Chairman of the UAE's Executive Affairs Authority, meets US Vice President JD Vance in Washington, DC. Photo: Wam

        On Washington visit, UAE's Khaldoon Al Mubarak discusses partnerships, investments and AI

      • Leading tech companies remain committed to projects in the Middle East, experts have said. Khushnum Bhandari / The National

        UAE plans for AI unaffected by Iranian threat to region, tech experts say

      • Palestinian-Chilean singer Elyanna will perform at the World Cup opening ceremony in Canada. Getty Images

        World Cup 2026 opening ceremonies guide: The stars set to take the stage

      • Prof Jonathan Heeney of the University of Cambridge’s department of veterinary medicine. PA

        AI-designed vaccine ‘could prevent pandemics before they begin’

      • Visitors test their skills on driving simulators at the Jetour Garage activation during GameExpo 2026 in Dubai, with ticket holders entered into a draw to win a car. Photo: Dubai Esports and Games Festival

        GameExpo in Dubai offers Emirati developers a chance to level up

      • Michael Jackson: The Verdict revisits the 2005 criminal trial of the pop star. Photo: Netflix

        Michael Jackson: The Verdict review – an acquittal that still doesn't sit right


      More from this section
      Dr Ahmad Al Falasi, Minister of Sports and chairman of UAE Space Agency. Leslie Pableo for The National

      UAE space programme proof of resilience in face of adversity, Dr Al Falasi says

      Cabinet minister and Space Agency chairman talks about prospect of sending an Emirati astronaut to Mars

      Future

      'Defining moment': UAE test-launches first hybrid rocket

      UAE
      Stan Rudenko is chief executive of Aspire Space, a company in Abu Dhabi that aims to build rockets entirely in the UAE. Victor Besa / The National

      Abu Dhabi businessman raised in Soviet space town on mission to launch rockets in UAE

      Space

      UAE deserts help Abu Dhabi scientists better understand Mars

      UAE
      Orbitworks launched a satellite manufacturing facility on November 11, 2025. Photo: Orbitworks
      Camera7

      Abu Dhabi reaches for stars with factory that can build 50 satellites a year

      Space

      Lift-off for Dubai space academy helping star pupils set sights on Mars

      UAE

      Trump again nominates billionaire Jared Isaacman to lead Nasa

      Space

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

      Space

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

      Space



      Qasr Al Watan in Abu Dhabi captured by MBZ-SAT, a high-resolution satellite built by the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre. Photo: MBRSC

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

      Users to have access to data from more than 300 satellites, including those built by the UAE

      Space

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

      Space

      Orionids meteor shower to light up UAE skies on Tuesday night

      Space

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

      Space

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

      Space

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

      Space

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

      UAE



      Striking views of the Moon compiled from observations made by Nasa's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter. Photo: Nasa

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

      UAE leads efforts for cosmic co-operation as Nasa sets sights on lunar mission next year

      Space

      How to watch Hunter's supermoon in the UAE tonight

      Space

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

      Space

      UAE-led research shows insulin monitors can work in space

      Space

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

      Space

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

      Space

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

      Space



      Ali Al Hashemi, the chief-executive of the Space Services unit at Abu Dhabi's Space42. Photo: Space42

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

      Space42’s Ali Al Hashemi to prioritise cleaner orbits and equal access to internet during his two-year term

      Space

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

      Space

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

      Space

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

      Space

      Podcasts
      Beyond the Headlines

      Beyond the HeadlinesArrow

      Delve deeper into the biggest stories from the Middle East and around the world


      Culture Bites

      Culture BitesArrow

      Your guide to the arts and culture scene in the UAE


      Business Extra

      Business ExtraArrow

      The stories, companies, trends, tech, Innovation and leaders shaping your world


      Tarab

      TarabArrow

      Explore the creative worlds of the Middle East’s most compelling musicians


      More podcasts

      Most popular today

      1

      Islamic New Year holiday announced for public and private sectors

      2

      UAE public invited to pledge support to President Sheikh Mohamed in national campaign

      3

      Cartoon for June 5, 2026

      4

      World Cup 2026 kits ranked: Every strip from best to worst

      5

      'Forever thankful': Boy receives Dh10m injection for rare disorder after UAE donation drive


      Newsletter

      Future Beat

      Future Beat

      The stories shaping tomorrow’s world

      PreviewSign up
      More Newsletters

      The National News Logo
      IPSO regulated

      News
      UAE
      Gulf
      MENA
      US
      UK
      Europe
      Asia
      Business
      Aviation
      Economy
      Energy
      Money
      Property
      Banking
      Markets
      Opinion
      Comment
      Editorial
      Obituaries
      Cartoon
      Feedback
      Future
      Science
      Space
      Technology
      Climate
      Environment
      Road to Net Zero
      Health
      Culture
      Art & Design
      Books
      Film & TV
      Music & On-stage
      Pop Culture
      Lifestyle
      Travel
      Fashion & Beauty
      Food
      Motoring
      Luxury
      Home & Garden
      Wellbeing
      Things to do
      Sport
      Football
      Cricket
      Olympics
      F1
      Tennis
      Combat Sports
      Cycling
      Weekend
      Living in the UAE
      TN Magazine
      Podcasts Newsletters Read E-Paper Print Subscriptions Video App
      About UsContact UsWork With UsAdvertise With UsTerms & ConditionsPrivacy PolicyCookie PolicySitemapArchiveRegistration FAQsRosalynn Carter Fellowship
      IPSO regulated
      Follow us
      Get news alerts from
      The National logo
      You can manage notifications at any time by clicking the notifications icon.