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    UK military jamming other nations' satellites, BBC toldโ—UK military jamming other nations' satellites to defend itself, BBC toldYhnWorldDefense1707 min ago

    The UK military is jamming satellites belonging to other nations as part of its own defensive operations, according to information given to the BBC. The disclosure offers a rare look into electronic warfare practices in orbit, where signals used by hostile forces are disrupted to protect British interests. It is likely to renew debate about rules of engagement and escalation risks in space.

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    SpaceX launches classified US Space Force mission from Californiaโ—SpaceX launches classified mystery mission for US Space Force from California (video, photos)โœ‰newsScienceSpace59 min ago

    SpaceX carried out a launch from California on behalf of the US Space Force, with details of the payload kept secret as part of a classified military mission. The liftoff drew attention for its national security implications and for SpaceX's growing role in military space operations, with photos and video of the launch circulating widely.

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    SpaceX launches secretive U.S. Space Force mission from Californiaโ—SpaceX launches mysterious U.S. Space Force mission from Californiaโœ‰newsScienceSpace59 min ago

    SpaceX carried out a launch for the U.S. Space Force from California, with details of the mission's payload and purpose kept largely under wraps. The classified nature of the assignment has drawn attention, with coverage focusing on the growing role of commercial launch providers in national security space operations and speculation about what the mysterious mission involves.

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    Space Force books 2027 on-orbit servicing missions with two startupsโ—U.S. Space Force Schedules 2027 On-Orbit Servicing Missions With Astroscale U.S. and Starfish Spaceโœ‰newsScienceSpace Policy56 min ago

    The U.S. Space Force has scheduled on-orbit servicing missions for 2027 with Astroscale U.S. and Starfish Space. The missions would mark a step toward routine in-space refueling, repair and satellite maintenance, an emerging commercial capability the military sees as key to keeping spacecraft operating longer and making space assets more resilient.

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    SpaceX launches classified Space Force mission from Californiaโ—SpaceX launches classified US Space Force mission from California, lands booster at seaโœ‰newsScienceSpace59 min ago

    SpaceX launched a classified US Space Force mission from California and successfully landed the Falcon 9 booster at sea. The payload's purpose has not been disclosed, consistent with national security missions. Multiple local outlets are carrying the launch, highlighting SpaceX's continued role in military space operations and its reusable rocket landing operations at sea.

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    Air Force Secretary Confirms US Has Weapons in Spaceโ–ผAir Force secretary acknowledges the US has weapons in spaceโœ‰newsScienceSpace Policy56 min ago

    The US Air Force secretary has acknowledged that the United States possesses weapons in space, a rare official confirmation of American offensive capabilities in orbit. The statement is drawing attention because US officials have historically avoided detailing space-based weaponry, and it lands amid growing concerns over military competition in orbit with rivals such as China and Russia.

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    SpaceX carried out a launch from California carrying a classified payload, keeping details of the cargo undisclosed. The mission lifted off from Vandenberg Space Force Base, with the rocket and its confidential payload delivered successfully. Classified launches are routine for SpaceX, but each one draws attention because the cargo's purpose and customer remain officially unknown.

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    SpaceX to launch US Space Force mission from Vandenbergโ–ผSpaceX set to launch U.S. Space Force mission early Saturday from Vandenberg SFBโœ‰newsScienceSpace6 h ago

    SpaceX is scheduled to launch a U.S. Space Force mission early Saturday from Vandenberg Space Force Base on California's central coast. Local outlets including the Santa Maria Times and Santa Ynez Valley News report on the planned liftoff, which adds to the company's growing slate of national security launches from the West Coast pad.

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    SpaceX Launches USSF-385 Mission for Space Forceโ–ผSpaceX USSF-385 Launch: Your Questions Answeredโœ‰newsScienceSpace2 h ago

    SpaceX is answering public questions about its USSF-385 launch for the United States Space Force. The mission drew attention as the company shared details about the flight, its payload and its national security role. Enthusiasts are asking about the rocket used, timing and mission objectives.

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    Space Force to deploy lasers against drones at Cape Canaveralโ—Space Force Getting Lasers To Kill Drones Over Cape Canaveral Spaceportโœ‰newsScienceSpace Policy7 h ago

    The US Space Force is acquiring directed-energy laser systems to shoot down drones flying over Cape Canaveral, Florida, home to a major space launch complex. The weapons are intended to protect rockets, spacecraft and infrastructure from small unmanned aerial threats near the busy spaceport. Details on which systems will be fielded and when remain limited, but the move reflects growing concern about drone threats to critical launch sites.

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    Space Force Deploys Lasers at Cape Canaveral Amid Drone Surgeโ–ผSpace Force Adds Lasers at Cape Canaveral After 500 Port Drone Flightsโœ‰newsScienceSpace Policy56 min ago

    The US Space Force has installed laser systems at Cape Canaveral following roughly 500 drone flights recorded at the port. The move points to growing concern over unmanned aircraft operating near sensitive launch and military facilities on Florida's Space Coast. Lasers are increasingly seen as a counter-drone option for protecting restricted airspace, and the deployment signals tighter security around America's busiest launch site.

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    SpaceX launches classified US Space Force mission from West Coastโ–ผSpaceX Falcon 9 launches classified mission for U.S. Space Force from West Coastโœ‰newsScienceSpace10 h ago

    SpaceX launched a Falcon 9 rocket from the West Coast carrying a classified payload for the U.S. Space Force. The mission's contents were not disclosed, consistent with standard practice for national security spaceflights. The launch adds to SpaceX's growing cadence of government and military missions and drew attention from spaceflight watchers tracking the company's military work.

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    Air Force Orders All Airmen to Update Religious Affiliation Recordsโ–ผAir Force Officially Directs Every Airman, Guardian to Update Religious Affiliation to Align With DODโœ‰newsWorldDefense2 h ago

    The US Air Force has issued an official directive requiring every Airman and Guardian to update their religious affiliation records so they align with Department of Defense standards. The order applies across the entire force, including Space Force personnel, though details on how the data will be used and why the change is being mandated now were not provided.

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    SpaceX launches classified US Space Force mission from Californiaโ—SpaceX launches mystery mission for US Space Force from California (photos)โœ‰newsScienceSpace13 h ago

    SpaceX launched a secretive mission for the US Space Force from California. Details about the payload and purpose have not been disclosed, consistent with classified military spaceflight. Photos released from the launch show the rocket lifting off from the West Coast, and the mission is drawing attention for the lack of public information about what was carried into orbit.

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    The US Air Force's Arnold Engineering Development Complex is marking its 75th anniversary with a look back at its role in the Gemini programme, whose test jumps and ground trials helped pave the way for the Apollo moon flights. The retrospective highlights how Cold War-era ground testing at the Tennessee facility supported early crewed spaceflight milestones.