Space News Mission Log — Satellite Launches, Orbital Events & Analysis
Daily space news, satellite launch reports, orbital debris analysis and weekly roundups — grounded in live tracking data from our network monitoring 25 published reports.
Understanding ISS Solar Transits: Viewing the Station Cross the Sun
An ISS solar transit is when the International Space Station crosses the Sun's disc, visible from specific locations on Earth.
Comet R3 PanSTARRS Illuminates Orion's Night Sky
Comet R3 PanSTARRS dazzles near Orion, displaying two distinct tails. Learn about its journey and cosmic significance.
Gamma-Ray Bursts from Neutron Star Collapses Confirmed
Scientists confirm two gamma-ray bursts were caused by collapsing neutron stars, while SpaceX launches a SiriusXM satellite.
Iridium Flares: Understanding the Sky's Predictable Flashes
Iridium flares were bright flashes caused by sunlight reflecting off Iridium satellites' antennas, visible from Earth.
Comet R3 PanSTARRS Meets Orion: A Celestial Encounter
A stunning composite image captures Comet R3 PanSTARRS alongside the Orion Nebula, offering insights into both ancient and new celestial phenomena.
Unveiling the Mysteries of the Cosmic Bat Nebula
The Cosmic Bat Nebula, a star-forming region, glows ominously red due to hydrogen gas energized by young stars.
Mastering ISS Transit Predictions: A Comprehensive Guide
Discover how to predict when the ISS will transit the Sun or Moon with Orbital Radar's tool, enhancing your stargazing experience.
Dragons in the Sky: Unveiling the Mysteries of NGC 6188
Discover NGC 6188, a nebula in the southern constellation Ara, shaped by young stars and stellar winds.
Glimpsing the Future: The Dumbbell Nebula's Stellar Legacy
The Dumbbell Nebula, or M27, offers a glimpse into our Sun's distant future. This planetary nebula, visible with binoculars, reveals the fate awaiting stars like our Sun.
Satellite Proliferation Threatens Astronomy, Close Approaches Monitored
Astronomy faces challenges from the planned launch of 1.7 million satellites, while several close approaches in orbit are monitored.
This Week in Orbit: 2026-06-28
This week in orbit, a 12-billion-year-old interstellar comet, older than our solar system, captured the attention of astronomers. Meanwhile, SpaceX successfully launched 24 Starlink satellites into orbit aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from California, contributing to the constellation's expansion.
Urban Stargazing: The Milky Way Above Seoul
Discover the Milky Way's splendour over Seoul, captured with infrared techniques to pierce through city lights.