Virgin Galactic set to launch its first space tourism flight
The trip will raise funds for Space for Humanity, a non-profit group which seeks to send ordinary citizens into space.
Wed Aug 09 2023
Virgin Galactic set to launch its first commercial rocket plane spaceflight
It aims to collect biometric data, measure cognitive performance and record how certain liquids and solids mix in microgravity conditions.
Thu Jun 29 2023
Could musicians soon be playing gigs in space?
The Chainsmokers intend to pursue the American astronaut's legacy by becoming the first musicians to perform in the stratosphere.
Sat Jul 23 2022
Hundreds of space flights could be taking off soon, but will ticket prices be out of this world?
The aim is to step up the number of space flights and make this new tourist attraction more popular among passengers with the means to pay.
Wed Jul 13 2022
Space tourism: What's on offer
This year has been an important one for the up-and-coming sector, with a slew of new missions announced.
Tue Sep 14 2021
Virgin Galactic restarting space tickets from $450,000
After flying its founder Richard Branson to space, Virgin Galactic is restarting ticket sales beginning at $450,000.
Sat Aug 07 2021
How can you become a space tourist?
Virgin Galactic has said regular commercial flights will begin from 2022, following two more test flights.
Sat Jul 24 2021
Actor Ashton Kutcher backed out of Virgin Galactic space flight
He changed his mind after having children with Mila Kunis.
Sat Jul 17 2021
Billionaire Branson soars to space aboard Virgin Galactic flight
Branson has touted the mission as a precursor to a new era of space tourism.
Sun Jul 11 2021
Richard Branson set to launch into space
Richard Branson will strap into one of his sleek, shiny space planes on Sunday for a brief up-and-down ride to the edge of space.
Sat Jul 10 2021
Billionaire Branson set to fly to space aboard Virgin Galactic rocket plane
Branson's Virgin Galactic Holding Inc is due on Sunday to send the company's passenger rocket plane, the VSS Unity.
Sat Jul 10 2021
Virgin Galactic's Branson calls his upcoming spaceflight a 'pinch-me moment'
By joining the flight on July 11, Branson has positioned himself to beat rival entrepreneur Jeff Bezos into space by nine days.
Wed Jul 07 2021
Branson aims to make space trip on July 11, ahead of Bezos
Branson's July 11 mission will be the twenty-second flight test for VSS Unity, and the company's fourth crewed spaceflight, Virgin said.
Fri Jul 02 2021
Branson's Virgin Galactic cleared for takeoff as space tourism race heats up
Branson, Bezos and Musk have been investing billions of dollars on their rocket startups.
Fri Jun 25 2021
TikToker in space: Virgin Galactic to send up well-known researcher
Kellie Gerardi, a well-known figure on TikTok, will be sent into space to conduct experiments for several minutes while weightless.
Sun Jun 06 2021
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Online Safety Bill and Anti-Cyberbullying Laws must carefully balance rights and protections
The Online Safety Advocacy Group (OSAG) stands united with people in Malaysia in the fight against serious online harms.
Fri Nov 22 2024