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Daily space news, satellite launch reports, orbital debris analysis and weekly roundups — grounded in live tracking data from our network monitoring 136 published reports.

NASA's Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter captures a massive 2018 dust storm on Mars, with rover locations marked by icons.
Orbital Briefing

Mars Storms and Satellite Close Calls Dominate Space News

Electrically charged storms on Mars pose challenges for future missions, while Earth satellites face close approaches.

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Space shuttle on launch pad with clear blue sky background
Orbital Briefing

Boeing Secures $2 Billion Contract Amidst Satellite Close Approaches

Boeing secures a $2 billion contract for satellite communications, while satellite close approaches underscore growing orbital congestion.

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Lindy Elkins-Tanton, NASA Psyche mission lead, interviewed by media in front of spacecraft at JPL clean room, April 11, 2022.
Orbital Briefing

ESA and JAXA Finalize Apophis Mission Amid Orbital Close Calls

ESA and JAXA have finalized a mission to asteroid Apophis. Meanwhile, Starlink satellites experience a close approach.

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Hubble Space Telescope image showing the vibrant, colorful core of the Lagoon Nebula with swirling gas clouds.
Cosmic Gallery

Unveiling Olympus Mons: Mars' Towering Giant

Discover Olympus Mons, Mars' colossal volcano, towering nearly three times higher than Earth's Mount Everest.

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GRACE Follow-On Moves Closer to Launch
Satellite Spotlight

Starlink: The Mega-Constellation Reshaping Orbit

Starlink is a satellite internet constellation developed by SpaceX, aimed at providing high-speed broadband internet to underserved and remote areas globally. As of now, SpaceX has launched 10,698 Starlink satellites, with 9,421 currently operational.

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A vibrant orbital sunrise highlights Earth's atmosphere and the terminator line from the International Space Station over the Pacific Ocean.
Orbital Events

Comprehensive Guide to the World's Space Agencies

Discover the world's leading space agencies, including NASA, ESA, and CNSA, and their roles in the global space programme.

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Artist’s Concept Portrays SpaceX’s Starship HLS with Raptor Engines for NASA Artemis
Orbital Briefing

NASA Cancels Draper Lunar Lander Amidst Artemis Expansion

NASA cancels Draper lunar lander mission as Artemis Accords grow. Close satellite approaches highlight orbital congestion.

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Interior view of twin control rooms at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, showcasing advanced technology for Artemis mission monitoring.
Orbital Events

NASA vs ESA vs CNSA: Comparing the World's Leading Space Agencies

NASA, ESA, and CNSA are the leading space agencies shaping global space exploration. This article compares their missions, budgets, and achievements.

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NASA's SpaceX Crew-9 Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon capsule being transported to launch pad under clear sky.
Orbital Briefing

China's Asteroid Hunter Reaches Target; SpaceX Achieves 600th Launch

China's asteroid mission reaches its target after a billion kilometres. SpaceX celebrates 600 launches with a Starlink mission.

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A SpaceX rocket launches GOES-U satellite for NASA, illuminating the night sky with fiery exhaust.
Orbital Briefing

SpaceX's $4.16 Billion Contract for Satellite Network Development

SpaceX secures a $4.16 billion contract to build a satellite network for target tracking, while China's Shenzhou-21 crew safely returns to Earth.

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MAVEN spacecraft captures and returns its first detailed observations of Mars, showcasing the planet's atmospheric and surface conditions.
Orbital Briefing

NASA Concludes MAVEN Mission, Discovers Atmospheric Phenomenon

NASA concludes MAVEN mission, revealing a new atmospheric phenomenon on Mars. ISS crew takes shelter due to a Russian segment air leak.

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