People across the world are reacting to the death of the first American astronaut to orbit the earth, John Glenn. "Godspeed, John Glenn," NASA wrote in a tweet. "Today, the people of Ohio remember a ...

John Glenn's last correspondence before his death was to approve the use of his name for Blue Origin's first orbital-class rocket. Nine years later, the "New Glenn" is ready for its inaugural launch.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (WABC) -- John Glenn, whose 1962 flight as the first U.S. astronaut to orbit the Earth made him an all-American hero and propelled him to a long career in the U.S. Senate, died Thursday ...

The event, hosted by the Friends of the Library of Collier County, is sold out. Lazarus's book explores how Glenn and Williams maintained a friendship despite differing political views. “Misery ...

John Glenn was "deeply touched" that Blue Origin named its first orbital-class rocket after him. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.