Tag: Satellites
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Satellite overload: how the UN could save the night sky
Introduction: a crowd of satellites in the sky As mega-constellations expand and satellite launches accelerate toward an estimated 1.7 million by 2030, astronomers warn that the night sky could become a crowded digital highway. The problem isn’t only about stargazing; it intersects with science, technology, and policy. Bright satellite trails threaten long-exposure astronomical observations, while…
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Rising Risk: Space Debris Could Endanger Aircraft More Than Ever
The Growing Threat from Space Debris For years, scientists and aviation authorities have warned that space debris is not confined to the skies above orbiting stations and satellites. As humans launch more missions and old hardware reenters Earth’s atmosphere, the risk of debris colliding with or being ingested by commercial and private aircraft is rising.…
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Starlink to Move Thousands of Satellites for Space Safety
Introduction: A proactive step for crowded orbits In response to a mishap involving one Starlink satellite and a near miss with several others, SpaceX announces that it will lower thousands of its broadband satellites to a safer, more sustainable altitude. The decision highlights how rapidly Earth’s orbital environment is becoming crowded and dangerous, even for…
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Starlink to Reposition Thousands of Satellites for Space Safety
Starlink’s Bold Move for Space Safety In a move underscoring how crowded and potentially hazardous Earth orbit has become, Starlink says it will actively reposition thousands of its internet satellites. The plan aims to improve space safety in the wake of a spacecraft mishap and several near-collision scenarios that highlighted the rising risks of satellite…
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Starlink Moves Thousands of Satellites to Boost Space Safety
Introduction: A Bold Step for Space Safety Starlink, the satellite internet venture from SpaceX, announced a sweeping operational change: the company will lower thousands of its satellites to safer, lower orbits. This move follows a recent mishap involving a Starlink satellite and a near collision with others in the crowded near-Earth environment. The decision underscores…
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Golden Satellite Insulation Sparks as Test Photo Highlights a Crowded Orbit
Overview: A Glint in a Crowded Orbit On December 30, 2025, a striking image from a test photo of the day captured a golden sparkle of satellite insulation. The shimmer underscores a broader reality: Earth’s orbital environment is rapidly evolving into a dense traffic lane where thousands of satellites—active, defunct, and damaged—share space with fragments…
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Russia Launches Three Iranian Satellites in Second Joint Mission
Overview of the Launch In a development that underscores closer space cooperation between Russia and Iran, state media reported that a Russian rocket successfully placed three Iranian communications satellites into orbit. The launch, described by Iranian officials as the second joint mission since July, aims to bolster Iran’s satellite communications capabilities while signaling Moscow’s willingness…
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Harry Styles Ends Hiatus With Surprise YouTube Release
Harry Styles Breaks Silence With a Surprise YouTube Drop After months of relative quiet following the final leg of his Love On Tour in 2023, Grammy-winning artist Harry Styles has resurfaced in a bold, contemporary way: a surprise release on YouTube. Fans woke up to an unannounced video that appears to signal a return to…
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The 7 Top Space and Defense Tech Startups from TechCrunch Disrupt Startup Battlefield
Introduction: A spotlight on space and defense innovation TechCrunch’s Disrupt Startup Battlefield remains a marquee event for turning bold ideas into real-world tech. Each year, thousands of applicants compete for a chance to pitch on the big stage, and a curated group of contenders demonstrates what’s next in space and defense technology. The seven startups…
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Space Debris Crisis: Will Nations Act Before Catastrophe
Will a catastrophe finally compel action on space debris? The world’s orbital commons are crowded with human-made debris—spent rocket stages, nonfunctional satellites, and fragments from collisions and explosions. As space activity expands, so does the risk that a single incident could trigger a cascade of collisions, a scenario known as the Kessler syndrome. The central…