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NASA Astronauts Conduct Critical Spacewalk to Repair ISS Robotic Arm Amidst Concerns Over Station's Long-Term Health

On June 30, NASA astronauts Jessica Meir and Chris Williams performed a spacewalk to repair the malfunctioning Canadarm2 robotic arm on the International Space Station, highlighting concerns over the station's long-term health and the need for sustained maintenance efforts. The successful repair is part of a series of planned spacewalks aimed at ensuring the continued operation of the ISS ahead of its scheduled retirement in 2030.

2 months ago60/100

NASARoscosmos

MissionsSpace Exploration

Asteroid Flyby: Earth to Have Close Encounter with Large Space Rock

On June 27, 2026, a potentially hazardous asteroid, roughly the size of a skyscraper, will pass within seven lunar distances of Earth, offering astronomers and stargazers a rare opportunity to observe the object up close. The event is not considered high-risk, but it provides valuable insights into the asteroid's composition and trajectory.

2 months ago20/100

NASA

ScienceResearch

NASA Awards Rocket Lab Contract for Dual Science Missions on Electron Rockets

NASA has selected Rocket Lab to launch two science missions, PolSIR and TSIS-2, on Electron rockets in 2027, aiming to study tropical cloud ice crystals and solar energy entering Earth"s atmosphere. The launches will take place from Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand, with the spacecraft destined for separate orbits inclined at 52 degrees.

2 months ago40/100

NASARocket LabBlue Canyon Technologies

Commercial SpaceIndustry

Weather Stream Releases Initial Imagery from GEMS2 Microwave Radiometer Aboard GEMS2-Amethyst Satellite

The GEMS2-Amethyst satellite, launched by SpaceX, has successfully released its first light imagery using a commercial microwave radiometer to collect global atmospheric observations. This development marks a significant step forward in the collection of 3D atmospheric temperature and moisture profiles, with potential implications for improved weather forecasting.

2 months ago60/100

NASASpaceXNOAA

MissionsSpace Exploration

US Space Force Awards Boeing Contract for Next-Generation MUOS Satellites

The US Space Force has awarded a contract to Boeing to build two next-generation Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) satellites, which will provide secure voice, data, and messaging services to troops worldwide. The new satellites are expected to launch in 2031 and 2032.

2 months ago55/100

BoeingUS Space ForceLockheed Martin

Commercial SpaceIndustry

Botswana Joins International Effort to Promote Safe and Sustainable Space Exploration

Botswana has become the 68th country to sign the Artemis Accords, a set of principles aimed at promoting safe and sustainable space exploration, during a ceremony held at NASA Headquarters on June 25. This move underscores the country's commitment to responsible space activities and cooperation with the global aerospace community.

2 months ago40/100

NASASpaceXESA

Policy & RegulationRegulation

Astronomers Discover Two Unusually Lightweight Exoplanets Orbiting a Dwarf Star

Researchers have identified two super-puff exoplanets, dubbed TOI-791 b and TOI-791 c, which are orbiting the same star, TOI-791, located approximately 1,110 light-years from Earth. These extraordinary planets have densities lower than that of cotton candy, making them the lightest gas giants discovered to date.

2 months ago60/100

NASAOxford UniversityUniversity of Birmingham

ScienceResearch

SpaceX Unveils Plans for Starmind, a Vast AI Satellite Megaconstellation

SpaceX has announced its intention to launch a massive AI satellite constellation called Starmind, which will be approximately 100 times larger than its current Starlink constellation. The Starmind project aims to harness near-constant solar power and transform the ability to scale compute in space.

2 months ago80/100

SpaceX

MissionsSpace Exploration

Small Satellite Operators Face Launch Bottleneck as SpaceX Limits Transporter Reservations

SpaceX has stopped accepting reservations for its Transporter missions beyond late 2028 or early 2029, causing a shortage of launch capabilities for small satellite manufacturers and driving up prices. This bottleneck has significant implications for the broader aerospace industry, which is increasingly reliant on small satellites for Earth observation, communication, and other applications.

2 months ago40/100

NASASpaceXESA

News

Iridium Addresses GPS Jamming and Spoofing Vulnerabilities

Iridium is developing solutions to mitigate the effects of GPS jamming and spoofing, which can significantly impact navigation and communication systems. The company's efforts aim to ensure the reliability and security of its services in the face of these growing threats.

2 months ago60/100

Iridium

TechnologyEngineering

US Space Force Receives $55.5 Billion in Approved Fiscal 2027 Defense Appropriations Bill

The House Appropriations Committee has approved a fiscal 2027 defense appropriations bill allocating $55.5 billion to the US Space Force, with funds designated for research and development, procurement, operations, and personnel. This approval marks a significant investment in the nation"s space capabilities, with a focus on advancing dynamic space operations and resilient communication architectures.

2 months ago60/100

NASAU.S. Space Force

Policy & RegulationRegulation

NASA Faces Infrastructure Challenges Ahead of Artemis Missions

NASA"s plan to return astronauts to the moon by 2028-2029 is facing significant infrastructure hurdles, with aging launch facilities at Kennedy Space Center and Wallops Flight Facility requiring at least $1 billion in upgrades to support increased launch traffic. The agency"s ability to meet its Artemis mission deadlines may be impacted if these upgrades are not completed on time.

2 months ago40/100

NASASpaceXBlue Origin

Policy & RegulationRegulation

US Space Force Initiates New Competition for Advanced Satellite Control Antennas

The US Space Force has launched a new competition seeking industry proposals for electronically steered phased-array antennas to modernize its Satellite Control Network, with the goal of acquiring commercially derived systems that can be produced at scale. This initiative aims to supplement the military's aging infrastructure with cutting-edge technology.

2 months ago40/100

US Space ForceAeroVironmentNorthwood Space

Policy & RegulationRegulation

Shield Space and ClearSpace Collaborate on Sovereign Space Defense Capabilities

British startup Shield Space has partnered with ClearSpace to develop autonomous satellite operations software combined with in-orbit servicing capabilities, aiming to address emerging orbital threats and enhance sovereign space defense. This collaboration brings together two key technologies to improve the security and resilience of space-based assets.

2 months ago40/100

European Space AgencyShield SpaceClearSpace

News

MDA Space Awarded Contract for Radarsat Constellation Mission Replenishment Satellite

The Canadian Space Agency has awarded MDA Space a $483.3 million contract to build a replenishment spacecraft for the Radarsat Constellation Mission, with the new satellite based on the MDA Chorus design. This contract is part of the larger Radarsat+ program, which aims to ensure continuity of synthetic-aperture radar (SAR) imaging capabilities.

2 months ago55/100

Canadian Space Agency (CSA)IceyeMDA Space

Commercial SpaceIndustry

SpaceX Launches 24 Starlink V2 Mini Satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base

On June 24, 2026, SpaceX successfully launched 24 Starlink V2 Mini satellites into orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, marking the seventh of eight launches planned from the site in June. This mission continues the expansion of SpaceX's Starlink network, a constellation of satellites designed to provide global internet connectivity.

2 months ago40/100

SpaceX

LaunchesOrbital Operations

Euclid Space Telescope Captures Unprecedented Image of Milky Way Galaxy

The European Space Agency's Euclid space telescope has successfully captured the largest and most detailed image of the Milky Way galaxy's center, containing over 60 million stars and 51 known planetary systems. This achievement is expected to significantly contribute to our understanding of the galaxy and its many planetary systems.

2 months ago80/100

NASAEuropean Space Agency

ScienceResearch

Euclid Space Telescope Captures Unprecedented View of Milky Way's Center

The European Space Agency's Euclid mission has successfully imaged the center of the Milky Way galaxy with unprecedented detail, revealing over 60 million stars in a single photograph. This achievement marks a significant milestone in the study of our galaxy and will aid in the discovery of exoplanets.

2 months ago80/100

NASAEuropean Space Agency

ScienceResearch

Space Weather Poses Significant Risk to Electric Grid and AI Infrastructure

The increasing demand for electricity from AI data centers, combined with the vulnerability of the electric grid to space weather, poses a significant risk to modern society, with potential economic losses estimated in the trillions of dollars. The SOLAR-1 satellite is being developed to provide early warnings for incoming solar disturbances, which could help mitigate these risks.

2 months ago60/100

NOAA

News

Vast Expands Partnerships for Microgravity Research on Commercial Space Stations

Vast has signed partnerships with several companies and organizations to conduct microgravity research and manufacturing on its Haven space stations, aiming to continue scientific discovery after the retirement of the International Space Station. This collaboration will enable various projects, including the production of artificial retinas in space.

2 months ago55/100

VastSanford Stem Cell InstituteAuxilium Biotechnologies

Commercial SpaceIndustry

York Space Systems Achieves Milestone with Two-Way UHF Communications from Low Earth Orbit

York Space Systems has successfully demonstrated two-way ultra-high-frequency (UHF) communications from low Earth orbit using its Dragoon satellite, marking a significant technical milestone for the company and the U.S. Space Force. This achievement has major implications for the development of tactical communications services in support of mobile users.

2 months ago60/100

U.S. Space ForceSpace Development Agency (SDA)York Space Systems

TechnologyEngineering

Vantor Partners with BAE Systems to Develop Next-Generation Imaging Satellites

Vantor has selected BAE Systems to build its next-generation high-resolution imaging satellites, known as Vantage, which are expected to enter service before the end of the decade. The new satellites will enhance Vantor's current fleet of electro-optical imaging satellites, providing improved capabilities for Earth observation and monitoring.

2 months ago55/100

Intuitive MachinesVantorBAE Systems

Commercial SpaceIndustry

SpaceX to Expand Starlink Constellation with Upcoming Falcon 9 Launch

On June 24, SpaceX will launch 24 additional Starlink satellites into low Earth orbit (LEO) aboard a Falcon 9 rocket, marking the 25th flight for the particular booster and further expanding the existing megaconstellation of nearly 10,700 active units. This launch is scheduled to take place at 11:19 p.m. EDT from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.

2 months ago40/100

SpaceX

LaunchesOrbital Operations

NASA's James Webb Space Telescope Uncovers Clues About Interstellar Comet 3I/ATLAS

Researchers using the James Webb Space Telescope have found clues about the origins of interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, which was discovered on July 1, 2025, and passed by Earth at a safe distance. The discovery provides new insights into the chemical composition of comets from outside our solar system.

2 months ago60/100

NASAESACSA

ScienceResearch

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