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Starlink and Chinese satellites in 200m near-miss

SpaceX's Starlink and Chinese CAS Space satellites came within 200 metres of colliding. Experts warn uncoordinated launches risk catastrophic 'Kessler Syndrome'. Read the urgent call for change.

SpaceX and Chinese Satellites in 200-Metre Near-Miss

SpaceX warns of a dangerous 200-metre close approach between a Starlink satellite and a Chinese spacecraft. Experts highlight the growing risk of orbital collisions and call for urgent international coordination.

Santa's helicopter in near-miss after debris strike

A festive helicopter carrying Santa was forced to abort its landing in Cedar City, Utah, after debris was sucked into its rotors, injuring one attendee. Read the full story of the close call.

UK Company Launches First Private Space Science Satellite

London-based Blue Skies Space successfully launches Mauve, the world's first commercial space science satellite, to study stellar flares and exoplanets. Discover how this mission will transform our understanding of the universe.

Satellite images reveal new North Korea nuclear plant

New satellite imagery analysed by 38 North shows North Korea building a secret uranium enrichment facility at Yongbyon, aligning with Kim Jong Un's nuclear expansion directive. Discover the implications for global security.

Amazon's New Satellite Internet Rivals Starlink

Amazon unveils Leo satellite internet, challenging SpaceX's Starlink with speeds up to 1Gbps. Limited business rollout now, wider availability expected in 2026. Read the full analysis.

Atmospheric River Soaks Southern California

An unusually strong atmospheric river is drenching Southern California, threatening dangerous debris flows in LA's fire-ravaged areas. Stay informed and safe.

Chinese astronauts stranded by space junk to return

Three Chinese astronauts, stranded on the Tiangong station after a space debris impact, will return to Earth using their replacement crew's capsule. The incident highlights the growing danger of orbital junk.

Chinese Space Station Dodges Space Junk Threat

Chinese astronauts aboard the Tiangong space station performed emergency manoeuvres to avoid collision with space debris, highlighting the escalating danger of orbital junk threatening global space operations.

Google to Launch AI Datacentres in Space

Google reveals groundbreaking plans to deploy datacentres in space, aiming to meet surging AI demands while reducing environmental impact through innovative orbital solutions.

Medieval Tower Falls as Satellite Reaches Orbit

From the dramatic collapse of a historic medieval tower in Europe to the successful orbital deployment of a new satellite, today's visual news captures moments of loss and technological achievement.

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