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New space debris shield? Satellites and astronauts could suit up in novel 'Space Armor'
By Leonard David published
Humanity has a new tool in the fight against space junk — "Space Armor," a multi-functional composite that could protect both spacecraft and astronauts.

Satellites watch as record-breaking ocean waves carry a storm's power across the sea
By Samantha Mathewson published
Satellites recorded the largest ocean swells ever seen from space, highlighting how massive waves can act as storm “messengers,” carrying a storm’s power across entire oceans.

Is low Earth orbit getting too crowded? New study rings an alarm bell
By Tereza Pultarova published
Hundreds of satellites may soon be flying in orbital regions that are already too packed to allow safe and long-term operations, a new study suggests.

FCC announces 'Space Month' push to streamline space regulations
By Mike Wall published
The U.S. Federal Communications Commission will work to streamline space regulations, a push just announced in the newly christened "Space Month" of October 2025.

Australian nanosatellite snaps 1st selfie in space before tracking cosmic gamma-ray bursts (photo)
By Samantha Mathewson published
Australia's SpIRIT nanosatellite has snapped its first "selfie" from space, marking a successful start to its mission.

China is developing ways to de-orbit space junk. Should we be worried?
By Andrew Jones published
As Beijing prepares to tackle space debris, transparency and trust will determine whether the effort is viewed as stewardship or a strategic threat.

Satellites track Pacific tsunami in real time after massive Russian earthquake
By Samantha Mathewson published
The system measured ripples in Earth's atmosphere to monitor the event.

The US military just moved a satellite to inspect a UK spacecraft 22,000 miles above Earth
By Brett Tingley published
In a first-of-its kind operation, the United States repositioned one of its spacecraft to inspect an ally's satellite.
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