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SpaceX's private control of satellite internet concerns military leaders: report

By Andrew Jones published 5 August 23

Military leaders around the world have expressed concerns over the dominance of SpaceX founder Elon Musk when it comes to satellite-based internet services.

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Watch NASA's sci-fi-looking X-59 'quiet' supersonic jet roll out of the hangar (video)

By Brett Tingley published 4 August 23

Lockheed Martin released a new video of NASA's X-59 'quiet' supersonic jet rolling out of the hangar at its Skunk Works plant in Palmdale, California.

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Starlink satellites: Everything you need to know about the controversial internet megaconstellation

By Tereza Pultarova, Elizabeth Howell last updated 2 August 23

Reference Starlink satellites have been developed by SpaceX to provide internet to remote locations. Here we explore the controversial megaconstellation in more detail.

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Amazon's Project Kuiper opens satellite facility at Kennedy Space Center

By John Loeffler published 1 August 23

Amazon's new satellite processing facility in Florida brings the company's Project Kuiper closer to competing with SpaceX's Starlink, but it still has a way to go.

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A rendering of a space probe hangs in a black, starry sky. it is mostly cylindrical and warpped in gold foil. Camera lenses point from the closer end, and three-paneled solar panels are unfurled across the back of the wider, rear cylindrical part of the body.

New satellite will able to see 'X-ray rainbow' from huge objects in space

By Josh Dinner published 30 July 23

A satellite called XRISM will use X-ray detection instruments to probe the high-energy universe like never before. Both NASA and Japan are involved in the mission.

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NASA awards $150 million for moon power systems, other exploration tech

By Mike Wall published 26 July 23

NASA has awarded $150 million to advance the development of potentially revolutionary exploration technologies, including systems that could power outposts on the moon.

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Meade telescopes and binocular deals: discounts & what's in stock

By Gemma Lavender last updated 24 July 23

Deals We're keeping our eyes peeled for Meade telescopes and binoculars deals.

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Sky-Watcher telescope deals available right now

By Gemma Lavender last updated 24 July 23

DEALS We've found the best Sky-Watcher telescope deals for you.

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Best FPV drones 2023: Ready to fly FPV kits for all levels of experience and budgets

By James Abbott last updated 20 July 23

Discover the best FPV drones you can buy to learn how to fly FPV and begin capturing immersive video footage.

BetaFPV Cetus X review: An exceptional FPV drone for beginners

By James Abbott published 19 July 23

Enter the immersive world of FPV drones with the BetaFPV Cetus X, a great ready-to-fly kit that can help to take you from zero to FPV hero in a convenient and cost-effective package.

A crowd mingles beneath the sitting Endeavour Space Shuttle. A Care in Space sign sits in the foreground.

A Global Call for Innovation and Research: Humans In Space Challenge Seeks Startups and Researchers to Pioneer Human Life Beyond Earth

By Josh Dinner published 18 July 23

The Humans In Space Challenge offers a wide range of benefits, building upon the success of last year's inaugural event, the "Care In Space Challenge."

Lego Star Wars UCS X-Wing Starfighter 75355-ship on stand (16 by 9).

Lego Star Wars UCS X-Wing Starfighter review

By Jordan Middler published 17 July 23

Whether need to blow up the Death Star or just want a sweet display piece, there really is no substitute for the Lego Star Wars UCS X-Wing Starfighter.

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Nova3D Whale3 SE review: Bringing convenience to 8K printing

By Will Zoobkoff published 17 July 23

Call us Ishmael, because we've been testing this massive white whale of a 3D printer – the Nova3D Whale3 SE – and it's quite the machine.

This Prime Day you can fly high with up to 50% off these Holy Stone drones

By Chris McMullen published 12 July 23

Amazon Prime Day Deals At around $150 off, these camera-equipped Holy Stone HS720G and HS175D drones are not to be missed.

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Space Force wants 'Foo Fighter' satellites to track hypersonic missiles

By Brett Tingley published 12 July 23

The FOO Fighter program adds to the U.S. military's continuing pursuit of space-based sensors designed to track emerging threats such as hypersonic missiles.

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Grab Prime Day's best VR deal before it's gone! Save $100 on Meta Quest 2 and get a free $50 gift card

By Chris McMullen last updated 12 July 23

Prime Day The 128 GB Meta Quest 2 is a stellar deal at $299 (plus a $50 gift card) and offers a wide range of VR space experiences. But hurry or you'll be left on the launch pad.

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Get a 3D printer for less with the Creality Ender 3, under $170 - hurry though, Prime Day ends soon

By Chris McMullen published 12 July 23

Want to get into 3D printing? Or maybe you're looking to upgrade? At a hair under $170, this Creality Ender 3 is a great deal.

VR headset Prime Day deal: Save $200 on this powerhouse HTC Vive Pro 2 – today only

By Chris McMullen published 12 July 23

Prime Day This HTC Vive Pro 2 VR headset, with controllers, is a great way to level up your VR experience and it's $200 off this Prime Day.

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Amazon Prime Day 2023: Best space gift deals live right now

By Ian Stokes last updated 12 July 23

Deals It's day two of Amazon Prime Day 2023, ending at midnight tonight — we've spotted big discounts on telescopes, cameras, binoculars, Lego, Star Wars and more

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Take to the skies for less with $216 off this DJI Mini 3 Pro drone in the Prime Day deals

By Space.com, Alexander Cox last updated 12 July 23

Deals We adored the DJI Mini 3 Pro when we tested it, and now it's $216 off in the Prime Day drone deals.

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