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• US Funding Cuts to International Media Spark Concerns from France Médias Monde and Deutsche Welle

  France Médias Monde and Deutsche Welle express deep concern over the US decision to halt funding for international public media services like Voice of America, impacting global media freedom and access to verified information. The abrupt nature of...

  

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• Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost 1 Lunar Mission Concludes Successfully

  Firefly Aerospace's Blue Ghost 1 lunar lander mission concluded successfully, exceeding expectations and returning over 119 gigabytes of data, including 51 gigabytes of science data from 10 NASA payloads. The mission demonstrated several...

  

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• SES Streamlines Board, Faces Shareholder Pressure for Further Changes

  SES, a Luxembourg-based satellite operator, announced a board reduction and new director appointments. However, major shareholder Appaloosa Management demands more significant changes, including increased capital return to shareholders, amidst a...

  

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• Constellr's Skybee-1 Satellite Delivers High-Resolution Thermal Imagery

  German startup Constellr unveils first images from its Skybee-1 thermal-imaging satellite, offering unprecedented detail for urban heat mapping, infrastructure monitoring, and climate applications. The high-resolution data promises a new era of...

  

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• NASA Receives Extension on Workforce Reduction Plan Amidst Ongoing Missions

  NASA has been granted a one-week extension to finalize its workforce reduction plan. The delay is attributed to several ongoing crucial missions, including the launches of SPHEREx and PUNCH, and preparations for the SpaceX Crew-10 launch. Concerns...

  

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• Trump Administration Severely Curtails Funding for Voice of America

  The Trump administration has drastically reduced funding for the Voice of America (VOA), impacting its ability to deliver unbiased news globally. This move, criticized by international broadcasting organizations, raises concerns about the future of...

  

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• Crew Dragon Docking: ISS Crew Rotation and Future of Space Station

  A Crew Dragon spacecraft successfully docked with the International Space Station, facilitating a quicker than usual crew handover between Crew-9 and Crew-10. The expedited departure of Crew-9 is due to favorable weather conditions. Discussions...

  

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• SpaceX's Transporter-13 Mission: A Boon and Bane for the Small Satellite Industry

  SpaceX's Transporter-13 mission launched 74 payloads, highlighting the success of rideshare missions but also sparking debate about their impact on the small launch industry. The mission included payloads from established companies like Spire and...

  

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• SpaceX Transporter-13 Delivers Military and Commercial Payloads to Orbit

  SpaceX's Transporter-13 mission launched numerous small satellites, including several with military and intelligence funding. The mission carried payloads for Earth observation, wildfire monitoring, space situational awareness, and in-space...

  

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• SpaceX Crew-10 Mission Launches Amidst Political Controversy

  The launch of SpaceX's Crew-10 mission to the ISS has been overshadowed by political controversy surrounding the extended stay of two NASA astronauts. The mission, using a previously flown Crew Dragon, successfully launched despite delays and a...

  

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• Rocket Lab Successfully Launches QPS-SAR-9 Satellite for iQPS

  Rocket Lab's Electron rocket successfully deployed the QPS-SAR-9 satellite into orbit for iQPS, marking the first of eight planned launches under their contract. This mission contributes to iQPS's ambition of building a 36-satellite constellation...

  

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• NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services: A Mixed Bag of Successes and Setbacks

  Despite setbacks with several lunar landers, NASA's Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) program is forging ahead, showcasing both successes and challenges in its mission to utilize private spacecraft for lunar exploration. The program has seen...

  

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• iSpace Secures Funding for Reusable Rocket Hyperbola-3

  Chinese launch company iSpace receives hundreds of millions of yuan in Series D funding to develop its reusable Hyperbola-3 rocket. The funding will support research, development, and construction of a new production facility, aiming for a first...

  

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• L3Harris Leverages AI Partnerships for Pentagon's Golden Dome Missile Defense

  L3Harris Technologies plans to integrate AI and machine learning into the Pentagon's Golden Dome missile defense initiative, partnering with Palantir Technologies and Shield AI to create a collaborative autonomous network for enhanced threat...

  

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• Argotec Unveils Modular Hawk Plus Satellite Bus: A Flexible Approach to Small Satellite Missions

  Argotec's new Hawk Plus satellite bus design offers a modular, plug-and-play architecture for adaptable payloads. This innovative approach allows for flexible mission configurations and streamlined integration, potentially revolutionizing small...

  

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• RBC Signals Expands Global Network with Microsoft Antenna Acquisition

  RBC Signals, a provider of Ground Station as a Service (GSaaS), is significantly expanding its global network by acquiring ten six-meter antennas from Microsoft. This acquisition will enhance its ability to support both government and commercial...

  

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• Satellite Industry Leaders Highlight Growing Success Beyond Starlink

  Satellite industry CEOs challenge the narrative that Starlink dominates the market, highlighting significant wins in enterprise and government sectors. They emphasize the increasing importance of multi-orbit capabilities and the continued relevance...

  

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• Former NASA Administrator Supports Isaacman's Nomination

  Jim Bridenstine, former NASA administrator, strongly advocates for the swift Senate confirmation of Jared Isaacman as the new NASA administrator. He highlights Isaacman's capabilities and emphasizes the importance of his confirmation for NASA's...

  

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• Intelsat Launches Multi-Layer Communication System for Border Security

  Intelsat's Multi-Layer Communication System (MLCS) provides seamless connectivity for first responders in remote areas, integrating satellite and terrestrial networks. The Cochise County Sheriff’s Office in Arizona is the first customer, deploying...

  

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• Rocket Lab to Acquire Mynaric for $150 Million, Expanding its Satellite Capabilities

  Rocket Lab will acquire Mynaric, a supplier of optical communications terminals, for $150 million. This acquisition will allow Rocket Lab to expand its satellite capabilities and strengthen its position in the European market. The deal is...

  

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