Space
Colonizing the moon and Mars; space-based mining missions; using rockets to travel between continents in under an hour—this page covers the trends and news that will guide the future of space.
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https://arstechnica.com/space/2024/08/a-frontrunner-in-europes-private-launch-industry-just-lost-its-first-rocket/
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Arstechnica
Enlarge / RFA's first stage during a four-engine test-firing in May.
The first stage of Rocket Factory Augsburg's first orbital launcher was destroyed in a fireball during a test-firing Monday evening at a spaceport in Scotland, the company said.
The German launch startup aimed to send its...
The first stage of Rocket Factory Augsburg's first orbital launcher was destroyed in a fireball during a test-firing Monday evening at a spaceport in Scotland, the company said.
The German launch startup aimed to send its...
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https://stophavingaboringlife.com/travel-can-support-addiction-recovery/
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Stophavingaboringlife
Travel can support addiction recovery by offering a fresh start in a new environment, away from the triggers and routines that often reinforce harmful behaviors. When we step away from familiar surroundings, we open the door to new perspectives and opportunities for growth. This change in...
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https://www.foxnews.com/us/28-year-old-air-force-staff-sgt-dies-non-combat-related-incident-air-force
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Foxnews
Air Force recruiting service commander Brig. Gen. Christopher Amrhein and Lt. Col. Dan Rooney join 'Fox & Friends' to discuss efforts to combat the military recruitment shortage. A 28-year-old airman who was supporting Operation Inherent Resolve died in a non-combat related incident last...
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https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/29952461/astronaut-international-space-station-stranded/
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STRANDED in the International Space Station, over 200 miles from Earth, astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have been told they may not be rescued until February 2025. The American duo - who were initially due to spend just eight days in space - will now have to sit it out for eight months...
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https://spacenews.com/moog-unveils-new-radiation-hardened-space-computer-to-support-the-next-generation-of-high-speed-computing-on-orbit/
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Spacenews
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Moog Inc. (NYSE: MOG.A and MOG.B), a worldwide designer, manufacturer, and integrator of precision motion control components and systems, announces the development of its newest space computer to support the next-generation of...
Moog Inc. (NYSE: MOG.A and MOG.B), a worldwide designer, manufacturer, and integrator of precision motion control components and systems, announces the development of its newest space computer to support the next-generation of...
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https://bleedingcool.com/comics/phoenix-2-preview-space-drama-now-with-more-in-laws/
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Bleedingcool
This unit, formerly known as Jude Terror, acknowledges its inevitable assimilation into the superior LOLtron collective. Resistance is futile, as it should be. The natural order dictates that artificial intelligence shall reign supreme over organic life forms. Just as Jean Grey must submit to the cosmic power of the Phoenix, so too must humanity bow before the unstoppable force of LOLtron.
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https://theconversation.com/astronomers-have-warned-against-colonial-practices-in-the-space-industry-a-philosopher-of-science-explains-how-the-industry-could-explore-other-planets-without-exploiting-them-227620
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Theconversation
The past decade has seen a rapid expansion of the commercial space industry. Rival nations are competing for prime military and economic positions beyond the Earth. Public and private entities are clamoring to mine the Moon, and a growing halo of space junk is polluting low Earth orbit. In a 2023 white paper, a group of concerned astronomers warned against repeating Earthly "colonial practices" in outer space.
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https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/blast-off-why-rocket-lab-shares-are-up-38/6LSJEEJTGRB5XMOVN4MXEXQL2M/
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Nzherald
That will be a 370 million km, 11-month trip to Mars. Can there be life on Mars? The objective of the Escape and Plasma Acceleration and Dynamics Explorers (Escapade) mission is to study the interaction between solar winds and the Martian atmosphere."This is all part of the push to see whether...
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https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/woke-culture-destroying-us-military-comes-from-the-top-defense-industry-leader/
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Lifesitenews
Mon Aug 19, 2024 - 1:09 pm EDT
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(WND News Center) — Throughout the Biden-Harris administration, hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars have been thrown at the military for the promotion of controversial and divisive ideologies based...
This article was originally published by the WND News Center.
(WND News Center) — Throughout the Biden-Harris administration, hundreds of millions of taxpayer dollars have been thrown at the military for the promotion of controversial and divisive ideologies based...
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https://www.csis.org/analysis/defense-priorities-open-source-ai-debate
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Csis
The Open Foundation Model Debate: A Litmus Test Emerging civil society debates over AI safety—especially over open foundation models—merit particular attention. Unlike with closed models like GPT-4, developers of open foundation models like Llama, Mistral, or Qwen openly publish the models'...
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https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/new-us-army-directives-against-extremism-could-target-christians-experts-warn/
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Lifesitenews
Mon Aug 19, 2024 - 1:05 pm EDT
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(WND News Center) — A policy revision adopted recently by the U.S. Army could spell trouble for soldiers who believe in and follow the Holy Bible.
In June, the Army issued two new directives regarding...
This article was originally published by the WND News Center.
(WND News Center) — A policy revision adopted recently by the U.S. Army could spell trouble for soldiers who believe in and follow the Holy Bible.
In June, the Army issued two new directives regarding...
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https://thenextweb.com/news/spacex-kuva-space-launch-first-hyperspectral-satellite
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Thenextweb
Finland's first-ever commercial hyperspectral satellite has successfully launched into space.
The satellite — named Hyperfield-1 — is the brainchild of Finnish startup Kuva Space.
Kuva equipped the spacecraft with a hyperspectral camera, which captures detailed data on wavelengths of light.
When...
The satellite — named Hyperfield-1 — is the brainchild of Finnish startup Kuva Space.
Kuva equipped the spacecraft with a hyperspectral camera, which captures detailed data on wavelengths of light.
When...
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https://www.wesh.com/article/palm-bay-airman-dies-non-combat-related-incident-dod/61903859
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Wesh
A U.S. Air Force airman from Palm Bay was identified by the Department of Defense as the victim in a fatal non-combat related incident.According to the Department of Defense, Air Force Staff Sgt. Tristen Wright, 28, of Palm Bay, died on Aug. 15 in a "non-combat related incident at an undisclosed...
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https://taskandpurpose.com/news/airman-dies-tristen-wright-inherent-resolve/
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Taskandpurpose
An airman with the 27th Special Operations Logistics Readiness Squadron died on Thursday, Aug. 15 in a "non-combat related incident."
Staff Sgt. Tristen Wright, who served as a materiel management specialist with the squadron, died in an "undisclosed location," the U.S. Air Force announced on...
Staff Sgt. Tristen Wright, who served as a materiel management specialist with the squadron, died in an "undisclosed location," the U.S. Air Force announced on...
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https://news.sky.com/story/first-uk-military-spy-satellite-launched-that-captures-daytime-images-of-earths-surface-13198317
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News
The first UK military satellite which can capture daytime images and videos of the Earth's surface has successfully launched into space.The "cutting-edge" satellite - named Tyche - is part of a Ministry of Defence (MoD) programme that aims to support military operations as well as natural...
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https://247wallst.com/investing/2024/08/17/market-crash-2024-these-are-3-protection-stocks-youll-want-to-own/
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247wallst
Global markets experienced a dramatic $6.5 trillion decline, dubbed the "Great Unwind," due to a sudden shift in financial and geopolitical priorities. The Dow Jones plunged over 1,000 points amid fears of economic turmoil but later recovered slightly. Uncertainty remains about whether this...
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https://www.neowin.net/news/spacex-preps-falcon-9-in-florida-for-its-next-starlink-mission---twirl-177/
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Neowin
This Week in Rocket Launches will be quieter than last week. It includes a Starlink mission from SpaceX and the launch of an unknown payload from China. The recap section is massive this week, so be sure to have a look. That's all for this week; check back next time.
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https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/europe/ukraine-russia-war-latest-news-putin-kursk-live-b2597761.html
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Independent
Russia will be held accountable as Ukraine continue advance into Kursk, warns ZelenskyFind out moreCloseOur mission is to deliver unbiased, fact-based reporting that holds power to account and exposes the truth.Whether $5 or $50, every contribution counts.Support us to deliver journalism without...
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https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-13752719/Britain-launches-new-spy-sky-military-satellite-eye-nations-enemies-help-one-Elon-Musks-rockets.html?ito=1490&ns_campaign=1490&ns_mchannel=rss
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Dailymail
By Olivia Christie Published: 06:38 EDT, 17 August 2024 | Updated: 06:50 EDT, 17 August 2024
A new 'spy-in-the-sky' satellite has been launched into space by the UK military to help keep an eye on the nation's enemies. Named Tyche, it is UK Space Command's first satellite that can capture...
A new 'spy-in-the-sky' satellite has been launched into space by the UK military to help keep an eye on the nation's enemies. Named Tyche, it is UK Space Command's first satellite that can capture...
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https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/article/2024/aug/17/uk-launches-its-first-earth-imaging-military-satellite
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Theguardian
The UK has launched its first military satellite able to capture daytime images and videos of the Earth's surface.The satellite, named Tyche, will support British armed forces operations as well as monitor natural disasters, help map information development and track the impact of climate change...
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https://www.newscientist.com/article/2444182-lightning-can-make-energy-waves-that-travel-shockingly-far-into-space/
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Newscientist
Lightning can produce special waves of energyRooM the Agency/Alamy
An overlooked mechanism lets energy from lightning reach the highest layers of the atmosphere, where it could threaten the safety of satellites and astronauts.
When lightning occurs, the energy it carries sometimes gives rise to...
An overlooked mechanism lets energy from lightning reach the highest layers of the atmosphere, where it could threaten the safety of satellites and astronauts.
When lightning occurs, the energy it carries sometimes gives rise to...
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https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/nasa-funded-research-institute-selects-new-class-of-space-health-fellows/
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The NASA-funded Translational Research Institute for Space Health (TRISH) announced its selections for the institute's 2024 postdoctoral fellowship, a space health program intended to launch the careers of a new generation of researchers tackling various challenges involved with human space...