Tokyo, Japan (SPX) Aug 22, 2024
Astroscale Japan Inc. ("Astroscale Japan"), a subsidiary of Astroscale Holdings Inc. ("Astroscale"), has been awarded a contract by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) to lead Phase II of JAXA's Commercial Removal of Debris Demonstration (CRD2) program. This program is among the first global initiatives aimed at demonstrating the removal of large-scale debris from Earth's orbit. The co
London (AFP) Aug 20, 2024
The UK is to build a new facility to help protect military equipment against foreign GPS jamming, the defence ministry announced on Wednesday amid a rise in hostile threats.
The so-called silent hangar site will aim to protect equipment from "attempts to jam GPS devices" and develop kit that can "perform in the harshest electromagnetic environment on operations", the MoD said.
The facili
Paris, France (SPX) Aug 22, 2024
Bayanat AI PLC (ADX: BAYANAT), a leader in AI-powered geospatial solutions, and Al Yah Satellite Communications Company PJSC (ADX: Yahsat), the UAE's premier satellite services provider, have successfully launched the nation's first Low Earth Orbit (LEO) Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite. The launch took place on August 16, 2024, in collaboration with ICEYE, a frontrunner in SAR satellite
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Aug 21, 2024
Sidus Space, Inc. (NASDAQ: SIDU), a provider of precision space infrastructure solutions, has been awarded a $2 million subcontract by Craig Technologies. The contract involves manufacturing two Fleet Interactive Display Equipment (FIDE) Pre-production Unit Main panels for Bechtel Plant Machinery, Inc. (BPMI), in support of a key U.S. Navy program. This marks the third time Sidus Space has been
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Aug 20, 2024
The Space Development Agency (SDA) has awarded two prototype agreements valued at around $424 million to construct and operate 20 Gamma variant space vehicles for the Tranche 2 Transport Layer (T2TL). These satellites will enhance the demonstration of advanced tactical satellite communication (TACSATCOM) capabilities during the Tranche 2 phase and into the future.
York Space Systems, based
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Aug 20, 2024
Redwire Corporation (NYSE: RDW), a prominent player in space infrastructure, has announced the signing of a definitive agreement to acquire Hera Systems, Inc., a spacecraft developer specializing in national security space missions. This strategic acquisition is expected to bolster Redwire's spacecraft offerings, particularly for specialized missions in geostationary orbit (GEO).
Hera Syst
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Aug 20, 2024
Planet Labs PBC (NYSE: PL), a prominent provider of daily Earth data and insights, has secured a contract with the NATO Communications and Information Agency (NCIA) to support the Alliance Persistent Surveillance from Space (APSS) program. The agreement will leverage Planet's SkySat high-resolution satellite imagery to aid NATO operations.
Planet's tasking capabilities are set to enhance N
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Aug 20, 2024
Ovzon has secured its inaugural order for the Ovzon Pegasus service on the newly launched Ovzon 3 satellite, facilitated through Viasat Government Services. This marks a shift from the existing Ovzon SATCOM-as-a-Service, previously provided to the U.S. Department of Defense (U.S. DOD) via leased satellite capacity, to now leveraging the capabilities of the Ovzon 3 satellite. The contract, effect
Sydney, Australia (SPX) Aug 22, 2024
An insect that has been navigating using the Milky Way for 130 million years is now inspiring innovations in drone, robot, and satellite navigation systems.
The dung beetle, known for its unique ability to steer using the stars, was identified in 2013 as the first species to utilize the Milky Way for nocturnal navigation. Swedish researchers made this discovery, observing that the beetles
Delhi records highest August rainfall in decade more in store
Remodel is part of a $1.5 billion, multi-year reinvestment plan at the resort
Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer has announced his retirement from international duty. Neuer represented his nation 124 times and was a key figure in their 2014 World Cup success in Brazil. The Bayern Munich stopper also captained Germany 61 times, but insisted the time was right to focus on club football. “After long and intensive discussions […]
Sen. Elizabeth Warren of Massachusetts wiped away tears as she received a loud applause when she stepped onto the stage at the Democratic National Convention Thursday. Warren emphasized that the Republican ticket, Donald Trump and JD Vance, can't be trusted. "Shoot, I wouldn't trust those guys to move my couch," she said, referencing a joke about Vance that went viral on social media.
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Former President Donald Trump on Thursday touted his family’s forthcoming crypto project, a platform called “The DeFiant Ones.”
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Scientists recently discovered that the Shroud of Turin, believed by some as the burial garment of Christ and others as a hoax, actually dates back to the 1st century AD.
Democrats said a lot about immigration at the Democratic National Convention, stressing border solutions, immigrants and the American Dream.
Mindy Kaling has told Ben Affleck to hang in there.
Friends of Mamta Kafle Bhatt are pleading for information about her disappearance. Members of Prince William County’s Nepalese community stood shoulder-to-shoulder Monday night with nurses who work with Bhatt. They're very worried about her.
JERMAINE Jenas has wiped Match of the Day from his social media after being sacked by the BBC.
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I wouldn't be surprised if there was a little magic involved too.
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Kicking off 2025 right, the iconic Rhythm and Alps is back for its 14th year, bringing you the ultimate New Year’s festival experience in the heart of the South Island.
UFC veteran Neil Magny draws on a unique expereince-based comparison ahead of his UFC on ESPN 62 bout vs. Michael Morales.
And so here we are, with hyper-partisanship and extremely weak parties, largely because earlier generations of “reformers” wanted to make them more “responsible” (read “ideological”) and more “democratic” (read “responsive to a narrow base”). It’s past time to have a conversation about reforming the reforms. More creative thinking about how to make parties again represent the great middle of the country would be most welcome.
