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fromBreaking Defense
2 days ago

Industry bullish on DoC draft license process for novel space activities - Breaking Defense

US commercial space firms support a new licensing framework for unregulated operations to enhance investment and streamline mission authorization.
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fromIndependent
6 hours ago

Luke O'Neill: The moon landings made me a scientist - now Artemis II can do the same for a new generation

Lunar missions will provide valuable data on human health in space and inspire future generations.
#artemis-ii
fromEngadget
2 days ago
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Artemis II crew is like just like us, needs help with Microsoft Outlook issues

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fromDefector
2 days ago

Artemis Boldly Goes Where No Toilet Has Gone Before | Defector

Artemis II successfully launched with a crewed spacecraft featuring a toilet, but it malfunctioned shortly after reaching orbit.
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fromIrish Independent
7 hours ago

Nasa spacecraft halfway to the Moon as crew send back first images of earth

The Artemis II mission is progressing well, with the crew traveling 150,000 miles for a lunar flyby and testing technologies for future space exploration.
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fromEngadget
2 days ago

Artemis II crew is like just like us, needs help with Microsoft Outlook issues

Commander Reid Wiseman faced internet connectivity issues with a Microsoft Surface Pro during the Artemis II mission, complicating communication with mission control.
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
21 hours ago

Artemis II's moonbound astronauts capture Earth's brilliant blue beauty as they leave it behind

Artemis II astronauts captured stunning images of Earth while en route to the moon, marking the first crewed lunar mission in over 50 years.
Venture
fromElite Traveler
2 days ago

Does Artemis II Prove Space Tourism Might Soon Take Off?

Retrofuturism is resurging, driven by Artemis II's mission and commercial space ventures from SpaceX and Virgin Galactic.
#nasa
fromFast Company
1 day ago
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Where is Artemis II now? This NASA tool lets you track the live flight of the Orion spacecraft on its moon journey

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fromJezebel
2 days ago

Watch as 4 People Get to Launch the Hell Off This Planet

NASA's Artemis II mission aims to launch astronauts around the moon after 54 years since the last moon landing.
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fromYoga Journal
3 days ago

Yoga is "More Fun" in Space, Says the First Woman to Go on a Moon Mission

Astronauts aboard Artemis II engage in recreational activities like yoga to maintain well-being during their mission.
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fromFast Company
1 day ago

Where is Artemis II now? This NASA tool lets you track the live flight of the Orion spacecraft on its moon journey

NASA's Artemis II mission sends astronauts to the moon, with real-time tracking available through the Artemis Real-time Orbit Website.
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fromJezebel
2 days ago

Watch as 4 People Get to Launch the Hell Off This Planet

NASA's Artemis II mission aims to launch astronauts around the moon after 54 years since the last moon landing.
#space-exploration
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fromIrish Independent
11 hours ago

'In zero gravity, it feels like you're covered in pixie dust' - astronaut on what Artemis II passengers are experiencing right now

Living in space offers unique experiences and perspectives that evoke joy and fascination, contrasting with life on Earth.
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fromNature
2 days ago

The Moon belongs to all of us - not just countries that can afford to reach it

Humanity's past interactions with celestial bodies raise concerns about environmental stewardship and decision-making in space exploration.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

This feels fragile': how a satellite-smashing chain reaction could spiral out of control

Earth's orbit has become increasingly crowded with thousands of satellites and fragments, reaching around 32,000 objects today.
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fromIrish Independent
11 hours ago

'In zero gravity, it feels like you're covered in pixie dust' - astronaut on what Artemis II passengers are experiencing right now

Living in space offers unique experiences and perspectives that evoke joy and fascination, contrasting with life on Earth.
Science
fromNature
2 days ago

The Moon belongs to all of us - not just countries that can afford to reach it

Humanity's past interactions with celestial bodies raise concerns about environmental stewardship and decision-making in space exploration.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

This feels fragile': how a satellite-smashing chain reaction could spiral out of control

Earth's orbit has become increasingly crowded with thousands of satellites and fragments, reaching around 32,000 objects today.
#spacex
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Is Intuitive Machines A Moonshot Stock for the New Space Economy?

SpaceX's IPO filing and NASA's Artemis II launch signal significant progress in the space economy, boosting investor interest in companies like Intuitive Machines.
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fromTESLARATI
1 day ago

Elon Musk reveals date of SpaceX Starship v3's maiden voyage

SpaceX plans to launch its upgraded v3 Starship in 4-6 weeks, marking a significant milestone in its testing program.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Is Intuitive Machines A Moonshot Stock for the New Space Economy?

SpaceX's IPO filing and NASA's Artemis II launch signal significant progress in the space economy, boosting investor interest in companies like Intuitive Machines.
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fromTESLARATI
1 day ago

Elon Musk reveals date of SpaceX Starship v3's maiden voyage

SpaceX plans to launch its upgraded v3 Starship in 4-6 weeks, marking a significant milestone in its testing program.
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fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

SpaceLocker launches first shared satellite mission | Computer Weekly

SpaceLocker transitions to satellite operations with a shared model, aiming to reduce costs and space debris while enabling broader access to orbit.
#orbital-data-centers
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fromSilicon Canals
13 hours ago

SpaceX, Amazon, and Google want data centers in orbit - four engineering barriers stand in the way - Silicon Canals

The race for orbital data centers is about controlling the future of computing on Earth, not just computing in space.
fromArs Technica
1 week ago
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Orbital data centers, part 1: There's no way this is economically viable, right?

Orbital data centers replicate terrestrial data center functions in space, utilizing spacecraft technology for energy, thermal management, and communication.
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fromSilicon Canals
13 hours ago

SpaceX, Amazon, and Google want data centers in orbit - four engineering barriers stand in the way - Silicon Canals

The race for orbital data centers is about controlling the future of computing on Earth, not just computing in space.
Science
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Orbital data centers, part 1: There's no way this is economically viable, right?

Orbital data centers replicate terrestrial data center functions in space, utilizing spacecraft technology for energy, thermal management, and communication.
Science
fromSilicon Canals
7 hours ago

SpaceX, Amazon, and Google want orbital data centers - four engineering barriers reveal who really benefits - Silicon Canals

Orbital data centers will concentrate AI infrastructure power among a few dominant companies, limiting access for smaller competitors and national regulators.
#artemis-2
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Artemis II astronauts rocket towards the moon after breaking free of Earth's orbit

NASA's Artemis 2 mission marks the first crewed lunar flyby in over 50 years, with astronauts on a trajectory towards the moon.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

Orion spacecraft completes decisive maneuver: The Artemis II crew is officially on the way to the Moon'

The Artemis 2 mission has successfully begun its journey to the Moon after executing a critical translunar injection burn.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

The Orion spacecraft's daring mission: Traveling to the Moon on its first crewed flight

The Artemis 2 mission faces concerns due to untested heat shield and life support systems after issues arose in the unmanned Artemis 1 mission.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Artemis II astronauts rocket towards the moon after breaking free of Earth's orbit

NASA's Artemis 2 mission marks the first crewed lunar flyby in over 50 years, with astronauts on a trajectory towards the moon.
Science
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

Orion spacecraft completes decisive maneuver: The Artemis II crew is officially on the way to the Moon'

The Artemis 2 mission has successfully begun its journey to the Moon after executing a critical translunar injection burn.
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fromenglish.elpais.com
4 days ago

The Orion spacecraft's daring mission: Traveling to the Moon on its first crewed flight

The Artemis 2 mission faces concerns due to untested heat shield and life support systems after issues arose in the unmanned Artemis 1 mission.
#elon-musk
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fromFuturism
1 day ago

There's a Blinking Warning Sign for the Data Centers in Space Industry

Elon Musk's plan for space-based data centers faces significant challenges similar to those encountered in previous failed projects.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Big tech's next move is to put data centers in space. Can it work?

Elon Musk plans to launch data centers into orbit to power AI, claiming it will be cheaper than terrestrial AI within a few years.
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fromFuturism
1 day ago

There's a Blinking Warning Sign for the Data Centers in Space Industry

Elon Musk's plan for space-based data centers faces significant challenges similar to those encountered in previous failed projects.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Big tech's next move is to put data centers in space. Can it work?

Elon Musk plans to launch data centers into orbit to power AI, claiming it will be cheaper than terrestrial AI within a few years.
fromArs Technica
1 day ago

Four astronauts are now inexorably bound for the Moon

Pilot Victor Glover flew the vehicle through a variety of maneuvers primarily using Orion's 24 reaction control thrusters, demonstrating the vehicle's handling capabilities.
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fromArs Technica
1 day ago

SpaceX tries to convince FCC that Amazon put satellites into wrong altitude

Amazon claims compliance with launch altitude regulations while SpaceX raises concerns about collision risks and lack of updated debris mitigation plans.
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fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago

Dogfighting in space won't look like the movies, but this company wants in on it

True Anomaly's Jackal satellite platform represents a new approach to space warfare, emphasizing precision, maneuverability, and deliberate planning rather than rapid combat scenarios.
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fromFuturism
2 months ago

Private Space Station Being Assembled for Launch

Private companies are developing commercial space stations to replace the ISS, with startup Vast building Haven-1 targeting an early 2027 launch on a Falcon 9.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Four new astronauts arrive via SpaceX rocket at International Space Station

The International Space Station (ISS) returned to full strength with Saturday's arrival of four new astronauts to replace colleagues who bailed early because of health concerns. SpaceX delivered the US, French and Russian astronauts a day after launching them from Cape Canaveral. Last month's medical evacuation was Nasa's first in 65 years of human spaceflight. One of four astronauts launched by SpaceX last summer suffered what officials described as a serious health issue, prompting their hasty return.
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