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• SpaceX's Bandwagon-2 Mission: A Record-Breaking Rideshare Launch

  SpaceX successfully launched its Bandwagon-2 mission, deploying 30 satellites into mid-inclination orbits. This launch marks a significant milestone in SpaceX's ambitious launch schedule for 2024, exceeding the previous year's count but falling...

  

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• Parker Solar Probe's Record-Breaking Solar Flyby: Exceeding Expectations

  NASA's Parker Solar Probe has made its closest-ever approach to the sun, exceeding all expectations. The spacecraft, launched in 2018, is transmitting data revealing unprecedented insights into the sun's activity, including the solar wind and...

  

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• Turion Space Secures $32.6 Million Contract for Space Debris Tracking Satellites

  Turion Space, a California-based startup, has been awarded a substantial contract by the U.S. Space Force to develop and launch three small satellites for space debris tracking and monitoring. These satellites, launching in 2026 and 2027, will...

  

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• Military Weather Satellite Breaks Up in Orbit, Creating Debris Field

  A defunct US military weather satellite, DMSP-5D2 F14, has fragmented in orbit, generating over 50 pieces of debris. This incident follows a pattern of similar events involving this type of spacecraft, raising concerns about the effectiveness of...

  

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• RiC TV Upgrades & Launches The Fairly OddParents

  German children's channel RiC TV will launch The Fairly OddParents in 2025, alongside a technical upgrade to the Astra satellite system. The channel will move to a new frequency, offering improved reception for viewers. This change enhances the...

  

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• Cellnex Telecom Sells Austrian Operations for €803 Million

  Cellnex Telecom has completed the sale of its Austrian operations to a consortium for €803 million. This move aligns with the company's strategy to focus on core markets and accelerate shareholder returns. The sale includes approximately 4,600...

  

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• China's Space Ambitions: A Recent Surge in Satellite Launches

  China's space program continues its rapid expansion, with recent launches including the Ceres-1 carrying Tianqi satellites and Long March rockets deploying SAR and Qianfan satellites. This flurry of activity underscores China's ambitious plans for...

  

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• SpaceX Crew Dragon Delay Extends Astronaut ISS Stay

  A new SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft faces delays, pushing back the Crew-10 mission launch to late March. This extends the stay of several astronauts on the ISS, including those aboard since June, who are now facing a 10-month mission instead of the...

  

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• Blackmagic Cloud Gets Major Update: Enhanced Collaboration and Workflow Features

  Blackmagic Design unveils significant enhancements to Blackmagic Cloud, including thumbnail previews, metadata inspection, client sharing via URL, and improved localization. Streamline your collaborative workflows and experience seamless global file...

  

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• Astra 1P: A New Standard for European Satellite Broadcasting

  SES announces the full operational status of Astra 1P, boasting 80 transponders and enhancing content delivery across Europe. This powerful satellite sets a new standard for reliability and image quality, meeting the growing demand for...

  

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• Avio Secures Major ESA Contracts for Vega Rocket Upgrades and Launches

  Avio has signed significant contracts with the European Space Agency (ESA) encompassing Vega rocket upgrades, launch facility improvements, and the launch of the FORUM Earth science mission. These agreements, totaling approximately €350 million,...

  

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• US Military Leans on Commercial Space Startups to Counter China

  The US Department of Defense is forging stronger partnerships with commercial space companies, viewing their dual-use technologies as vital for maintaining a military edge against China's growing space sector. This collaboration includes...

  

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• RiC TV Upgrades and Premieres The Fairly OddParents

  German children's channel RiC TV announces a technical upgrade to Astra 19.2° East and the premiere of The Fairly OddParents, airing daily at 7 PM CET from January 1st, 2025. The move improves channel reception and expands the channel's...

  

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• Ursa Major's Solid Rocket Motors Achieve Success in US Army Missile Test

  Ursa Major Technologies, a Colorado-based rocket propulsion startup, successfully tested its solid rocket motor on a Raytheon-built missile for the U.S. Army. This achievement marks a significant step in diversifying the supply chain for solid...

  

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• SES Agrees to Revised Job Cuts Amidst Intelsat Merger

  Luxembourg-based satellite operator SES will cut 68 jobs, down from an initial plan of 80, following negotiations with unions. The move comes amid an upcoming merger with Intelsat and raises concerns about the future for remaining staff. Unions...

  

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• Chinese Astronauts Set New Record for Spacewalk Duration at Tiangong Space Station

  Two Chinese astronauts, Cai Xuzhe and Song Lingdong, completed a record-breaking 9-hour, 6-minute spacewalk outside the Tiangong space station, surpassing the previous record set by NASA astronauts in 2001. The EVA involved installing debris...

  

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• US Space Force to Establish New Futures Command in 2025

  The US Space Force will establish a new Futures Command in early 2025 to enhance its analytical capabilities, improve budget justification, and counter China's growing space capabilities. This command will streamline requirements, conduct wargaming,...

  

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• Thailand Becomes First Nation to Join Artemis Accords and Chinese-Led Lunar Program

  Thailand has signed the Artemis Accords, becoming the first country to participate in both the U.S.-led initiative and the Chinese-led International Lunar Research Station (ILRS). This dual participation highlights the complex international...

  

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• T-Mobile and SpaceX Partner for Starlink Satellite Text Messaging Beta

  T-Mobile launches a beta program for Starlink's direct-to-smartphone satellite service, offering text messaging in US cellular dead zones. First responders get priority access. The program will gradually expand to more devices. Learn about its...

  

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• Rapid Response GPS Launch: SpaceX Falcon 9 Deploys GPS III SV-07 in Record Time

  SpaceX successfully launched a GPS III satellite, SV-07, in a record-breaking timeframe, demonstrating the US Space Force's ability to rapidly deploy crucial national security assets. This mission, dubbed Rapid Response Trailblazer-1 (RRT-1),...

  

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