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  Washington (AFP) Nov 16, 2024 Should NASA return to the Moon, or go straight to Mars? Maintain its focus on climate science, or pivot away? President-elect Donald Trump's second term, alongside SpaceX CEO and new consigliere Elon Musk, could mark a Big Bang for the US space program. The brash billionaire duo share a knack for disruption and a hunger for making history - qualities tailor-made for space exploration. In short, "it's going to be a wild ride," said George Nield, president of Commercial Space Technologies, a ... read more |
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Trump's approach to space policy could throw up some surprises, especially with Elon Musk on boardDurham, UK (SPX) Nov 15, 2024 What can be expected of a second Trump administration on space policy? In short, a mixture of continuity and change. There will be much continuity across military, civil and industrial space policy ... more  
SpaceX launches 24 Starlink satellites in back end of coast-to-coast double launchWashington DC (UPI) Nov 14, 2024 SpaceX launched 24 more Starlink satellites into orbit at 8:21 a.m. Thursday morning from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. ... more  
X-59 engine tests begin, Lockheed Martin nears final ground trialLos Angeles CA (SPX) Nov 13, 2024 Lockheed Martin Skunk Works (NYSE: LMT), collaborating with NASA Aeronautics, has commenced engine run testing on the X-59, marking the last significant system evaluation before taxi trials and the ... more 
Impulse Space plans trio of Falcon 9 launches with SpaceXLos Angeles CA (SPX) Nov 15, 2024 Impulse Space has entered into an agreement with SpaceX to conduct three launches using Falcon 9 rockets, aimed at advancing the deployment of its Helios and Mira spacecraft. The first mission ... more |
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CUriosity: Can humans handle the stress of traveling to MarsBoulder CO (SPX) Nov 15, 2024 In June, NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams boarded the International Space Station (ISS), expecting a week-long stay in orbit. Now, they won't return to Earth until February after a se ... more |
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Wearable tech for Space Station researchHouston TX (SPX) Nov 14, 2024 Many of us wear devices that count our steps, measure our heart rate, track sleep patterns, and more. This information can help us make healthy decisions - research shows the devices encourage peopl ... more 
NASA's California-based Jet Propulsion Lab cuts 325 jobs after 500 in early roundWashington DC (UPI) Nov 13, 2024 NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory has laid-off an additional 325 workers after an earlier round of 500 job cuts earlier in the year, largely because of budgetary constraints. ... more 
Metakosmos introduces Kernel360 platform to advance human spaceflight capabilitiesSydney, Australia (SPX) Nov 14, 2024 Metakosmos, a prominent player in spacesuit technology, has announced the launch of Kernel360, an innovative bioastronautics platform built to enhance human spaceflight in diverse settings, includin ... more 
NASA Stennis maintains vital role in space propulsion testingLos Angeles CA (SPX) Nov 14, 2024 Workers who established NASA's Stennis Space Center near Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, likely did not foresee the legacy they were building - one of resilience and enduring impact. Braving mosqu ... more |
NASA Stennis a leading hub for commercial aerospace collaborationLos Angeles CA (SPX) Nov 14, 2024 NASA's work has been pivotal in propelling commercial spaceflight, with NASA's Stennis Space Center in Bay St. Louis, Mississippi, serving as a launch point for numerous aerospace endeavors. As the ... more  |
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NORR and Fire Arrow join forces for sustainable spaceport projectsLondon, UK (SPX) Nov 14, 2024 The rising demand for space-based insights to bolster industries, environmental efforts, security, and global communities has fueled nations' interest in building their own launch capabilities. ... more  
China prepares Tianzhou 8 for upcoming launch to Tiangong stationSydney, Australia (SPX) Nov 14, 2024 China's space program is set to advance with the impending launch of the Tianzhou 8 cargo spacecraft, part of its continued support for the Tiangong space station. The mission aims to maintain the s ... more 
China's commercial space sector expands as firms outline ambitious plansSydney, Australia (SPX) Nov 14, 2024 China's commercial space industry is witnessing significant momentum, highlighted by key enterprises unveiling ambitious development plans at the 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhi ... more  
N. Korean leader orders 'mass production' of attack dronesSeoul (AFP) Nov 15, 2024 North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has ordered the "mass production" of attack drones, state media reported Friday, as concerns mount over the country's deepening military cooperation with Russia. ... more |
 
Hezbollah says fired missiles at Israel air base south of Tel AvivBeirut, Lebanon (AFP) Nov 12, 2024 Hezbollah said it fired missiles at an air base near Tel Aviv on Tuesday, after the Israeli military said it had intercepted projectiles fired from Lebanon. ... more 
NASA Armstrong builds sensor pod for autonomous flightEdwards AFB CA (SPX) Nov 13, 2024 The design and build of a unique NASA pod, produced to advance computer vision for autonomous aviation, was recently completed in-house at NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, Califor ... more  
Greece outlines defence shakeup, drone plansAthens (AFP) Nov 14, 2024 Greece said Thursday it would shake up its defence forces to save money and sideline older weapons in favour of drones after lessons drawn from Ukraine. ... more  
Momentus secures contract for HALO Prototype from SDALos Angeles CA (SPX) Nov 13, 2024 Momentus Inc. (NASDAQ: MNTS) has announced that it has secured a contract from the U.S. Defense Department's Space Development Agency (SDA) as part of the Hybrid Acquisition for Proliferated LEO (HA ... more |
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Kentucky to get nation's first TNT plant since 1980sWashington DC (UPI) Nov 12, 2024 The U.S. Army has awarded a $435 million contract for Repkon USA to build the nation's only TNT production facility in a rural community in Graham, Ky. ... more  
Poland opens long-awaited US missile baseRedzikowo, Poland (AFP) Nov 13, 2024 Polish and American officials on Wednesday opened a US missile base in northern Poland originally intended to defend the West against threats from the Middle East, but now aimed at confronting Russia. ... more  
Space Systems Command and U.S. Navy achieve major MGUE program milestoneLos Angeles CA (SPX) Nov 13, 2024 On September 27, 2024, the U.S. Space Force's (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC), Program Executive Officer (PEO) for Military Communications (MilComm) and Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT), ... more 
Russia launches drone, missile barrage on KyivKyiv, Ukraine (AFP) Nov 13, 2024 Russia escalated its attacks on Kyiv early Wednesday, launching waves of drones and missiles in its first combined aerial assault on the capital in more than 70 days, authorities said. ... more |
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Model of Haoloong Space Cargo Shuttle to Be Unveiled at Airshow ChinaLos Angeles CA (SPX) Nov 12, 2024 A model of China's Haoloong space cargo shuttle is set to be showcased at the 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, known as Airshow China, according to an announcement from th ... more |
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Kongsberg secures major Naval Strike Missile contract with US valued at NOK 12 billionBerlin, Germany (SPX) Nov 13, 2024 Kongsberg Defence and Aerospace (KONGSBERG) has been awarded a significant multi-year contract by the US Navy to supply Naval Strike Missiles (NSM) over a five-year period. The fixed-price contract ... more 
China's CAS Space achieves milestone with 15-satellite launch, including Oman's firstSydney, Australia (SPX) Nov 12, 2024 Beijing-headquartered CAS Space, an affiliate of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, successfully launched 15 satellites on Monday, including Oman's first satellite, marking a significant achievement f ... more 
Countrywide air alert in Ukraine as presidency warns of missile attack on KyivKyiv, Ukraine (AFP) Nov 13, 2024 Ukrainian authorities issued air raid alerts covering the entire country on Wednesday, as the president's chief of staff warned of a missile attack on the capital. ... more  
'Monsoon brides': Extreme weather fuels Pakistan child marriagesDadu, Pakistan (AFP) Nov 15, 2024 Before monsoon rains broke over Pakistan, 14-year-old Shamila and her 13-year-old sister Amina were married off in exchange for money, a decision their parents made to help the family survive the threat of floods. ... more |
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