Welcome to the TWiS Comedy Hour!

In the latest episode of "This Week In Space," hosts Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik not only dive into the week's hottest space topics but also sprinkle in some knee-slapping comedy! Buckle up as we navigate the cosmic chaos from NASA's increasingly tight budget to the latest buzz surrounding the Voyager spacecraft.

What’s Rocking the Space World?

This week, the excitement is palpable with updates on SpaceX's ninth Starship test flight, the ongoing Artemis missions, and fascinating revelations from the SLS rocket program. Ever heard of AliBaba orbiting? We’ve got the scoop! Plus, we can’t forget the chilling news about the universe’s eventual end — and it’s coming sooner than you think!

Hot Topics in Space News!

- **Australian Rocket Scrubbed:** Gilmour Space's first orbital-class rocket faced a setback when its top fell off, delaying its launch.

- **Voyager's Comeback:** NASA has miraculously revived the thrusters of its Voyager 1 spacecraft, previously deemed nonfunctional after 20 years!

- **Budget Cuts by Trump:** Concerns arise as Trump's proposed budget could jeopardize America’s position in space, according to leading scientists.

- **Mission to Mars Act:** Is NASA ready to conquer the Red Planet? A new U.S. senator's initiative aims to revamp the Johnson Space Center.

- **China’s Satellite Ambitions:** The nation recently launched the first of 2,800 satellites for an ambitious AI space computing endeavor.

- **Strong Solar Flare Alert:** A powerful solar flare erupted, causing radio blackouts across significant parts of Europe, Asia, and the Middle East!

The TWiS Telescope Pick!

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