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Artemis II Launch on Track for Historic Moon Flyby Next Week Canada Wire | 26 March 2026 NASA is in final preparations to launch the Artemis II mission, targeting a liftoff as early as Wednesday, 1 April 2026, which would send a crew of four astronauts—including a Canadian—on a journey around the Moon for the […]

Canada Wire | Science & Technology Desk | 10 March 2026 NASA’s 1,300-Pound Satellite Makes Uncontrolled Reentry to Earth TORONTO – A decommissioned NASA satellite the size of a grand piano is making an uncontrolled reentry into Earth’s atmosphere today, nearly 14 years after its launch. While the U.S. space agency says the risk to

Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has issued a series of Yellow Warnings for freezing rain across several provinces today, 05 March 2026. This alert level, part of the federal government’s recently implemented colour-coded weather system, indicates that hazardous conditions are expected to cause localized disruptions and potential health impacts. Current Regional Alerts As of

The Echinus Geyser, recognized as the world’s largest acidic geyser, has captured the attention of geologists and park visitors alike after ending a nearly six-year period of dormancy. Located in the Back Basin of the Norris Geyser Basin within Yellowstone National Park, the geyser began a series of unexpected eruptions in early February 2026, marking

As Canada transitions into March, a significant cold snap is gripping much of the country. For Monday, 2 March 2026, Canadians can expect a continuation of the frigid conditions that marked the final weekend of February, with Environment Canada maintaining several active weather alerts. Central Canada: Bitter Cold and Wind Chill Warnings In Ottawa and

Across the vast Canadian landscape, from the rugged coasts of Newfoundland to the mountains of British Columbia, sky-watchers are looking upward this evening, 28 February 2026, for a rare celestial event: a “planetary parade.” Six planets—Mercury, Venus, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, and Uranus—have moved into a rare alignment along the ecliptic. While planetary alignments occur periodically,

Canadians are preparing for a rare celestial spectacle as a Total Lunar Eclipse, popularly known as a “Blood Moon,” is set to grace the skies on the morning of Tuesday, 03 March 2026. This event marks the final total lunar eclipse visible from North America until 2029, making it a must-see for amateur astronomers and

CAPE CANAVERAL, FL — NASA’s ambitious timeline to return humans to the vicinity of the Moon has hit a significant technical hurdle. On 21 February 2026, agency officials confirmed that a newly discovered issue with the Space Launch System (SLS) rocket’s upper stage has forced a postponement of the Artemis II mission, likely pushing the

As of 12 February 2026, the global climate is at a critical juncture. The La Niña pattern that has influenced weather systems since the autumn of 2025 is officially weakening, with international meteorological agencies forecasting a rapid transition toward neutral conditions and a potential El Niño by summer. Current Status: La Niña Advisory The National

The Société des alcools du Québec (SAQ) is currently navigating a complex intersection of international trade policy and domestic labour relations. As of 08 February 2026, the provincial Crown corporation has announced a strategic reversal regarding its ban on American products, while simultaneously facing pushback from its union over a controversial delivery pilot project. Following