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- 1SpaceX Starship reaches orbit for first time as booster splashes downβBlastoff! SpaceX Starship launches to orbit for first time, booster splashes down
SpaceX launched its Starship rocket toward orbit for the first time, with the Super Heavy booster splashing down after separation. The milestone flight marks a major step for the company's deep-space ambitions, including lunar and Mars missions, and is drawing wide attention from space watchers around the world.
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SpaceX is preparing to launch its Starship megarocket on its first-ever flight to orbit. The launch is scheduled for today, September 28, and can be watched live. The uncrewed test flight is a key milestone in SpaceX's program to develop the most powerful rocket ever built, which it plans to use for missions to the Moon and Mars.
- 3Amazon seeks FCC approval for 5,105 new satellites amid secrecy claimsβ# Amazon is asking the # FCC to approve 5,105 massive new # satellites while hiding their orbital debris risk models beh
Amazon has asked the US Federal Communications Commission to license 5,105 additional satellites for its planned broadband constellation. Critics say the company is withholding its orbital debris risk models behind corporate confidentiality, and are calling for full public transparency, arguing that a safe and sustainable orbital environment is a shared resource rather than a private commercial matter.
- 4SpaceX launches Starship on first orbital flight testβSpaceX launches Starship's 1st orbital flight test
SpaceX launched its Starship rocket on its first orbital flight test from Starbase in Boca Chica, Texas. The test flight marked the debut attempt to send the most powerful rocket ever built to space on an integrated mission of the Super Heavy booster and Starship upper stage. News outlets including ABC News covered the launch live, and the event drew large online audiences following a milestone for spaceflight.
- 5SpaceX's Starship Flight 14 reaches orbitβStarship Flight 14: SpaceX went ORBITAL!!! (FULL COVERAGE)
SpaceX's Starship Flight 14 is being widely covered as an orbital-class flight, with space enthusiasts and commentators reacting to the mission's performance. Coverage focuses on whether the vehicle achieved its orbital objectives and what the result means for future Starship development and SpaceX's broader space ambitions.
- 6SpaceX launches Starship on Flight 14 missionβ[EN DIRECTO]: Primer Lanzamiento ORBITAL de Starship de SpaceX (Vuelo 14)
SpaceX is carrying out the 14th test flight of its Starship rocket, with live coverage drawing a large audience. The broadcast is described as the vehicle's first orbital launch attempt, a key milestone in the program's goal of a fully reusable spacecraft capable of reaching orbit. Viewers are following the launch and mission control commentary in real time.
- 7SpaceX launches Starship on 14th test flight toward orbitβWatch Live: SpaceX Starship heads for orbit on 14th flight
SpaceX is flying its Starship rocket on its 14th test flight, with live coverage showing the vehicle heading for orbit. The flight is part of SpaceX's repeated test campaign to prove out the huge rocket's performance, and space enthusiasts worldwide are following the launch and coverage of the attempt in real time.
- 8Astronomers warn Reflect Orbital's mirror satellites would blight the night skyβ"'They're saying we want to launch 50,000 mirrors by 2035,' Benvenuti said. 'That would be catastrophic for astronomy, t
Astronomers are raising alarms over plans to launch tens of thousands of sunlight-reflecting satellites, with FCC approval reportedly in question. 'They're saying we want to launch 50,000 mirrors by 2035,' Benvenuti said. 'That would be catastrophic for astronomy, that is clear.' Critics say the mirrors would flood the night sky with artificial light and permanently interfere with ground-based observations of the universe.
- 9New Satellite Engine Could Use Earth's Atmosphere as FuelβNew Satellite Engine Could Use Earth's Atmosphere to Stay in Orbit Indefinitely
Researchers have unveiled a satellite propulsion concept that collects air from the upper atmosphere and uses it as propellant, potentially letting very low-orbit satellites operate indefinitely without carrying fuel. If proven, the technology could enable cheaper, longer-lasting Earth-observation missions flying closer to the planet than conventional satellites can manage today.
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SpaceX is carrying out its Transporter-18 rideshare mission, part of its regular program launching large batches of small satellites into orbit on a single Falcon 9 rocket. The Transporter flights have become a staple of the company's launch cadence, giving dozens of commercial, research and government customers affordable access to space. Attention is focused on the mission's payload lineup and the booster's recovery attempt.
- 11Google unveils Project Suncatcher for space-based AI computeβGoogleβs Project Suncatcher to put ML infrastructure in space
Google has announced Project Suncatcher, an initiative to place machine learning infrastructure in space, with details published on its research blog. The project envisions solar-powered satellite constellations carrying processing hardware in orbit, taking advantage of near-unlimited solar energy. Commentators online are debating the technical and economic feasibility of running AI workloads off-planet, with reactions ranging from excitement about the engineering ambition to skepticism about cost and orbital challenges.
- 12Astronomer uses sinking Starlink satellites as planetary barometerβAstronomer watches Starlink satellites sinking to build a 'planetary barometer'
An astronomer is tracking how Starlink satellites gradually lose altitude and sink toward Earth, proposing the pattern could serve as a 'planetary barometer' for measuring conditions in the upper atmosphere. The idea, reported by The Register, has drawn attention for turning a growing nuisance for astronomy into a potentially useful scientific instrument.
- 13The Weaponization of Space: The Race for Military PowerβThe Weaponization of Space: The Race for Military Power | FULL DOCUMENTARY
A full-length documentary on the weaponization of space is drawing attention, examining how major powers are competing to develop military capabilities beyond Earth, from anti-satellite weapons to space-based defense systems. The film spotlights growing concerns that orbit is becoming the next arena of great-power rivalry, raising questions about arms control and the future of international space law.
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The White House has put forward its choice to lead U.S. Space Command, the military command responsible for operations in orbit and space assets. The nomination now goes to the Senate for confirmation. Details of the nominee and their background were not immediately available, but the move fills a key leadership role overseeing U.S. military space operations.
- 15South Korea to Launch Defense Satellites on Domestic RocketsβMinistry of National Defense and KASA to Use Domestic Launch Vehicles for Defense Satellites | KF...
South Korea's Ministry of National Defense and the Korea AeroSpace Administration (KASA) have agreed to use domestic launch vehicles to put defense satellites into orbit. The move is seen as strengthening the country's space independence and reducing reliance on foreign launch providers, while supporting the growth of Korea's homegrown rocket industry.
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SpaceX's Starship is attempting its first major step toward reaching orbit, a milestone space commentators are calling a big leap for the program. Scott Manley's breakdown of the 'Orbit Day' flight has drawn large attention, with viewers reacting to what a successful orbital trajectory would mean for future lunar and Mars missions.
- 17Sophia Space and Redwire Partner on Orbital Data CentersβSophia Space and Redwire Team Up to Advance Orbital Data Center Infrastructure
Sophia Space and Redwire have announced a partnership to advance orbital data center infrastructure, aiming to move data processing into space. The collaboration pairs Sophia Space's orbital computing ambitions with Redwire's space infrastructure and hardware experience. The move reflects growing industry interest in offloading data centers from Earth to orbit, where solar power and cooling may offer advantages over terrestrial facilities.
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SpaceX says its Starship rocket has achieved orbit, a milestone for the company's next-generation launch vehicle. The claim is circulating widely, with observers calling it a major step toward heavy-lift spaceflight and future deep-space missions. Details on the flight path and mission objectives have not yet been fully confirmed by independent sources.
- 19SpaceX advances open orbit while debris risks mountβSpaceX's advances are making orbit far more accessible even as debris risks accelerate. https://www. japantimes.co.jp/co
SpaceX's rapid progress with reusable rockets and Starship is making access to orbit cheaper and more frequent, but experts warn the growing number of launches and satellites is accelerating space junk risks. Commentary in The Japan Times argues that easier access to space is colliding with mounting debris concerns, prompting calls for better traffic management and cleanup efforts as more actors crowd low Earth orbit.
- 20SpaceX set to launch classified spy satellite mission for NROβSpaceX to launch top-secret mission for National Reconnaissance Office
SpaceX is preparing to launch a classified payload for the US National Reconnaissance Office, the agency that operates the country's spy satellites. Details of the mission, including the nature of the payload and its intended orbit, remain secret. The launch is part of the company's growing role in national security space missions, alongside its NASA and commercial work.
- 21Four astronauts set to launch to space station on Crew-13β4 astronauts due to head to space station. What to know about Crew-13
Four astronauts are scheduled to travel to the International Space Station as part of NASA's Crew-13 mission. The flight, part of ongoing commercial crew rotations, will carry the team to the orbiting lab for a long-duration stay. Attention is focused on the crew, the launch timing, and what experiments and station duties they will take on during their mission.
- 22Cool Lava Planet Found to Have an AtmosphereβThis Cool Lava Planet Has an Atmosphere https://nautil.us/this-cool-lava-planet-has-an-atmosphere-1285436/ # Science # A
Astronomers report that a lava-covered exoplanet, described as unusually cool for its molten surface, appears to hold onto an atmosphere. The finding is notable because atmospheres on rocky worlds orbiting close to their stars are typically stripped away, so detecting one could offer clues about how planets retain gases in extreme environments. It is being shared among space and astronomy enthusiasts as an intriguing exoplanet discovery.
- 23SpaceX Transporter-18 launch may bring sonic booms to Central CoastβSpaceXβs Transporter-18 Mission could bring sonic booms to Central Coast
SpaceX's upcoming Transporter-18 mission could produce sonic booms heard across California's Central Coast, as the Falcon 9 booster is expected to return to a landing site near Vandenberg. Local residents may hear loud double booms when the rocket descends. The rideshare mission will carry a batch of small satellites into orbit, and officials are alerting communities that the launch window could bring noticeable noise.
- 24NASA and SpaceX Crew-13 May Reach Space Station in Under 9 HoursβNASA, SpaceX Crew-13 Could Reach the Space Station in Less Than 9 Hours
NASA and SpaceX's Crew-13 mission could dock at the International Space Station in less than nine hours after launch, according to reporting by SciTechDaily. A journey that fast would be among the quickest crewed transits to the orbiting laboratory, cutting down the time astronauts spend confined in the Dragon capsule before arrival at the station.
- 25NASA and SpaceX prepare for Crew-13 launchβWATCH LIVE: NASA officials give update on tomorrowβs planned SpaceX Crew-13 launch
NASA officials are holding a briefing ahead of the planned SpaceX Crew-13 launch, expected to lift off tomorrow. The update is expected to cover mission readiness, weather conditions and the astronaut crew bound for the International Space Station. The mission is the latest in NASA's commercial crew program with SpaceX, which has been flying astronauts to orbit since 2020.
- 26SpaceX prepares large rideshare launch from VandenbergβSpaceX eyes large rideshare mission at Vandenberg. Time, how to watch
SpaceX is preparing a large rideshare mission from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, carrying multiple satellites into orbit at once. Coverage from the Desert Sun highlights the launch window and how viewers can watch the liftoff live. Rideshare missions of this scale are closely followed by satellite operators and space enthusiasts tracking SpaceX's launch cadence.
- 27SpaceX Starship Reaches Orbit on First Try, Then Returns EarlyβSpaceX's Giant Starship Rocket Reached Earth Orbit on Its First Try, but Engine Problems Forced It to Return to the Planet Early
SpaceX's giant Starship rocket reached Earth orbit on its first attempt, a milestone for the company's next-generation launch vehicle. However, engine problems forced the spacecraft to cut its mission short and return to Earth earlier than planned. The flight marks a significant step forward for Starship despite the technical issues that ended the mission prematurely.
- 28SpaceX Crew-13 Mission Set to Launch WednesdayβSpaceX Crew-13 Set to Launch Wednesday: Meet the Crew and Mission Details
SpaceX's Crew-13 mission is scheduled to launch on Wednesday. Attention is focused on the astronauts assigned to the flight and the details of the mission, which continues SpaceX's operational crew rotation flights to orbit for NASA. Coverage so far centers on introducing the crew members and outlining the mission's objectives ahead of the planned liftoff.
- 29Meet the four Crew-13 astronauts heading to the space stationβMeet the 4 Crew-13 astronauts about to call the space station home
USA Today has introduced the four astronauts of NASA's Crew-13 mission, who are preparing to travel to the International Space Station for an extended stay aboard the orbiting laboratory. The profile piece highlights the crew members ahead of their upcoming launch, drawing attention from space enthusiasts following NASA's ongoing commercial crew rotation missions.
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SpaceX's Starship, the largest and most powerful rocket ever built, has reached orbit for the first time. The milestone marks a major step in the company's program to develop a fully reusable heavy-lift vehicle, intended for missions to the Moon, Mars and long-haul journeys around Earth.
- 31Charter Space raises $5M for space insuranceβCharter Space raises $5M to bring insurance to the stars https://techcrunch.com/2026/09/30/charter-space-raises-5m-to-br
Charter Space, a startup working on insurance for the space industry, has raised $5 million in funding, according to TechCrunch. The company sits at the intersection of space technology and fintech, aiming to provide insurance coverage for satellites and other assets in orbit. The funding round highlights growing investor interest in services supporting the expanding commercial space economy.
- 32ISS National Lab picks startups in chips and biomanufacturingβSemiconductors, biomanufacturing and dual-use tech fill ISS National Labβs startup cohort
The ISS National Lab has announced its latest startup cohort, focused on semiconductors, biomanufacturing and dual-use technologies. The programme gives early-stage companies access to the International Space Station's research environment for projects that are difficult to run on Earth, such as microgravity materials work. The selection highlights growing commercial interest in using the orbiting laboratory for advanced manufacturing and strategic technology development, with the chosen startups expected to advance in-space production efforts in sectors considered important to US industrial and national security priorities.