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  Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 As the aerospace community expands beyond governmental boundaries, NASA is leveraging its comprehensive human spaceflight experience to guide the development of new commercial space stations. By working with private partners, NASA aims to make space more accessible, ensuring that the cumulative know-how of over a quarter-century at the International Space Station translates into safer future missions for a wider range of participants. Dr. Rahul Suresh, a medical officer at NASA's Johnson Space Cen ... read more |
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ReOrbit Advances ESA InCubed Programme with In-Orbit Demonstration of EO TechnologiesBerlin, Germany (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 ReOrbit, based in Helsinki and a leader in software-first satellite technology, is advancing to the next phase of the European Space Agency's InCubed programme. This stage, part of the UKKO project, ... more  
Russian rocket lifts off at third attemptMoscow (AFP) April 11, 2024 A Russian rocket blasted off for a test flight on Thursday at the third try, after previous launch attempts earlier this week were aborted in the final seconds of countdown. ... more 
SpaceX launches military weather satellite into orbitWashington DC (UPI) Apr 11, 2024 SpaceX launched its second national security mission of 2024 on Thursday with a Falcon 9 rocket lifting the U.S. Space Force mission USSF-62 into orbit. ... more  
NASA Unveils Comprehensive Space Sustainability StrategyLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 NASA has introduced the first installment of its Space Sustainability Strategy, initiating a comprehensive approach to ensure the long-term viability of space for future generations. This developmen ... more |
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 NASA continues Artemis program amid advancements in Starship program at SpaceX 
Private Sector Innovation and Its Impact on the Space IndustrySydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 12, 2024 The private sector's involvement in space exploration has dramatically transformed the landscape of the industry. Companies like SpaceX, Blue Origin, and others have introduced new technologies and ... more |
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Emerging Markets in the Space Economy: Opportunities Beyond the WestSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 12, 2024 The space industry, once dominated by Western nations, is witnessing a significant shift as emerging markets invest heavily in developing their space capabilities. This expansion is not only redefin ... more 
Kennedy Space Center Enhances Altitude Chamber for Artemis II Spacecraft TrialsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 12, 2024 As NASA prepares for the Artemis II mission, the Orion spacecraft is set for extensive testing to ensure its readiness for lunar exploration. Engineers at Kennedy Space Center have recently upgraded the altitude chamber used for these tests. ... more  
Space Devices Ensure Health of Taikonauts Aboard Tiangong Space StationSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 11, 2024 The China Manned Space Agency recently showcased new devices aboard the Tiangong Space Station, essential for maintaining the health and safety of taikonauts in zero gravity. These tools have become ... more 
Rocket Lab Advances Electron Rocket Reusability with Successful Stage Reflight PreparationSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 11, 2024 Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) has unveiled plans to reintegrate a previously flown Electron rocket's first stage tank into its production line, marking a crucial step towards achieving the fir ... more |
 RS-25 engines certified for future Artemis missions after long testing program 
The Role of the Media in the Space Economy: The Kennedy Years to Current DayLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 09, 2024 More than six decades ago, astronaut Neil Armstrong made history by being the first person to set foot on the surface of the Moon. At the time, this crucial point of the Apollo 11 mission became the ... more |
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Russia fires 40 missiles, 40 drones at Ukraine overnight: ZelenskyKyiv, Ukraine (AFP) April 11, 2024 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Thursday that Russia fired more than 40 missiles and 40 drones at Ukraine overnight, again hitting the city of Kharkiv and targeting "critical infrastructure" throughout the country. ... more  
France's Macron calls for 'sustainable' defence industry effortBergerac, France (AFP) April 11, 2024 France's President Emmanuel Macron on Thursday called for a "sustainable" effort to scale up weapons production following the Russian invasion of Ukraine as he laid a foundation stone for a much-needed gunpowder factory. ... more  
Ethical questions abound as wartime AI ramps upParis (AFP) April 10, 2024 Artificial intelligence's move into modern warfare is raising concerns about the risks of escalation and the role of humans in decision making. ... more
OpenAI's Sam Altman declared billionaire by ForbesSan Francisco (AFP) April 8, 2024 Sam Altman, the CEO of ChatGPT creator OpenAI, has become a billionaire, Forbes said Monday. ... more |
South Korea to invest $7 billion in AI by 2027Seoul (AFP) April 9, 2024 South Korea will invest almost $7 billion in artificial intelligence by 2027 in an effort to become a global leader in cutting-edge semiconductors, President Yoon Suk Yeol said Tuesday. ... more 
Microsoft to invest $2.9 bn in Japan AI pushTokyo (AFP) April 10, 2024 Microsoft on Tuesday announced a $2.9 billion investment over the next two years in Japan to bolster the country's push into artificial intelligence and strengthen its cyber defences in the face of threats from China and Russia. ... more 
Missiles kill 7 in Ukraine as deadly drone strike hits RussiaKyiv, Ukraine (AFP) April 10, 2024 Missiles hit two regions in Ukraine on Wednesday killing seven people, local authorities said, while a governor in Russia said a drone strike killed three people in a village close to the border. ... more 
NATO chief says Ukraine 'cannot wait' for air defencesBrussels, Belgium (AFP) April 10, 2024 NATO chief Jens Stoltenberg on Wednesday said Ukraine "simply cannot wait" for more air defences as Kyiv pleads with Western allies to step up deliveries to stave off Russia's attacks. ... more |
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From Florida, ULA Delta IV Heavy lifts off for final timeWashington DC (UPI) Apr 9, 2024 For the final time, a Delta IV Heavy rocket roared skyward from Florida on Tuesday. ... more  
TrustPoint Secures AFWERX Phase II Contract for Advanced Navigation SolutionsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 TrustPoint has secured a Phase II Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) contract from AFWERX, valued at $1.6 million, aimed at advancing resilient navigation technologies for the Department of t ... more 
Delta IV Heavy Completes Its Final Mission with NROL-70 Launch by US Space Force and ULALos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 10, 2024 The US Space Force's Space Systems Command (SSC), together with the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) and United Launch Alliance (ULA), has successfully launched the NROL-70 mission. This launch, ... more  
Israel deploys C-Dome defence system for the first timeJerusalem (AFP) April 9, 2024 Israel for the first time deployed its ship-mounted defence system, called the C-Dome, against a "suspicious" target that entered the country's airspace near the southern city of Eilat, the military said Tuesday. ... more |
US approves emergency military sale of HAWK missile systems support to UkraineWashington DC (UPI) Apr 10, 2024 The U.S. State Department has approved Ukraine's emergency request to buy spare parts and repair services for its HAWK missile systems, as Kyiv continues to call on international partners for weapons as its arsenal empties amid its defense against Russia's invasion. ... more 
West failing to give Ukraine air defences it needs: EU's BorrellBrussels, Belgium (AFP) April 9, 2024 Ukraine's Western backers are failing to give Ukraine the air defence systems it desperately needs to protect itself from Russian bombardments, EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell said on Tuesday. ... more  
Space Technology's Role in Disaster Management and Climate MonitoringSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 12, 2024 Space technology has become an indispensable tool in disaster management and climate monitoring, providing critical data that helps mitigate the effects of natural disasters and environmental change ... more
Russia says flood situation 'difficult' as more rivers burstMoscow (AFP) April 11, 2024 Russia said on Thursday that unprecedented flooding had created "difficult" conditions and another major river had burst its banks, submerging roads and villages in the Siberian region of Tomsk. ... more |
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Sweden to invest $36mn in bomb shelters, civil defenceStockholm (AFP) April 11, 2024 Sweden's government said on Thursday it was investing 385 million kronor ($36 million) in strengthening its bomb shelters, emergency services and civil defence after warning the country to prepare for war. ... more 
UN slams 'cruel' second-wave attacks in UkraineUnited Nations, United States (AFP) April 11, 2024 The United Nations on Thursday condemned what it called a "particularly troubling" wave of attacks in Ukraine against first responders who rush to the scene of air strikes, only to be attacked themselves. ... more 
Who are Switzerland's victorious climate 'Elders'?Geneva (AFP) April 9, 2024 The Swiss women's association Elders for Climate Protection secured a historic win Tuesday when Europe's top rights court faulted Switzerland for not doing enough to tackle global warming. ... more 
MDA Space Defines The Next Generation Of Robotics With New MDA Skymaker Product LineLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 09, 2024 MDA Space (TSX: MDA), a trusted mission partner to the rapidly expanding global space industry, has announced MDA SKYMAKERTM, a new suite of space robotics purpose-built to meet the diverse needs of ... more |
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