Since the beginning of the space race, only four countries have successfully accomplished missions to the moon.
Which countries dominate outer space? This visual displays the number of objects every country has launched into space over time.
This infographic sizes up different rockets used to explore space, from the USSR's Soyuz to the SpaceX Starship.
Nearly 6,000 satellites circle our tiny planet. About 60% are space junk, 40% are operational—and hundreds more are launched every year.
The commercial space economy has been exploring new heights with innovative products and services that aim to improve life on Earth, and beyond.