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gizmodo.com

Chinese Spaceplane Releases Unknown Object in Orbit

The Chinese spaceplane Shenlong has released an unidentified object during its fourth orbital mission. Detected by LeoLabs, this object was confirmed to have been deployed by the spaceplane. Shenlong has previously conducted similar operations, but China has not disclosed details about the purpose of these deployments.

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Ars Technica

NASA shifts focus from lunar orbit station to surface base, cancels upper stage development

NASA has announced a strategic pivot from building a lunar orbit space station to focusing on a base on the Moon's surface, leading to the cancellation of the upper stage development for the Space Launch System rocket. Administrator Jared Isaacman emphasized that the canceled programs were not essential for lunar landings and had faced significant cost overruns and delays.

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Ars Technica

SpaceX to Test New Cargo Delivery Vehicle Starfall

SpaceX is preparing to launch a Falcon 9 rocket on Tuesday to test its new reentry vehicle, Starfall, designed for global cargo delivery from low-Earth orbit. The vehicle will be released after two orbits and aims for a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean.

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Ars Technica

US Military Conducts Space Exercise with Satellite Launch

Rocket Lab successfully launched a satellite for the US Space Force on June 22, 2026, as part of a military exercise to test crisis response capabilities in low-Earth orbit. The launch was minimally publicized, and officials had not commented on it as of June 26. The satellite, named Victus Haze Puma, is now included in the military's catalog of space objects.

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The Verge

NASA selects Relativity Space for 2028 Mars mission

NASA has chosen Relativity Space to launch its Aeolus payload to Mars in 2028. The partnership will see Relativity Space handle the spacecraft and rocket operations, with the payload designed to gather atmospheric data on Mars.

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Ars Technica

NASA Awards Contract for Satellite Rescue Mission

NASA has initiated a satellite rescue mission for the Swift astronomy satellite, which is in danger of re-entering Earth's atmosphere. Katalyst Space Technologies has been awarded a $30 million contract to develop a satellite that will capture Swift and restore its orbit, enabling it to continue its scientific work.

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Ars Technica

NASA halts work on lunar HALO module with Northrop Grumman

NASA has instructed Northrop Grumman to stop work on the HALO module, part of the Lunar Gateway project, as the agency shifts its focus to a Moon base. The HALO module was intended to serve as a habitat for astronauts, with contracts worth $1.1 billion previously awarded to Northrop Grumman for its development.

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Ars Technica

Isar Aerospace Delays Spectrum Rocket Launch Due to Technical Issues

Isar Aerospace has delayed the test flight of its Spectrum rocket after identifying technical issues with the vehicle's fluid systems. This is the fourth postponement in five months for the company, which is headquartered near Munich, Germany.

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Ars Technica

Chinese Rocket Upper Stage Breaks Apart in Low-Earth Orbit

A Chinese rocket's upper stage broke apart on June 9, releasing debris in low-Earth orbit. The US Space Force confirmed the breakup and stated that there are no threats to human spaceflight, with ongoing analysis of the situation.

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tech.yahoo.com

Experts Weigh In on SpaceX's Starship and Future Ambitions

SpaceX is developing its Starship rocket as part of its ambitious plans for Mars colonization and orbital AI data centers. Experts express skepticism about the feasibility of these goals, citing technological and economic challenges. Despite these concerns, SpaceX has secured significant funding from its IPO to support its projects.

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Ars Technica

NASA's Deep Space Network Functioned Effectively During Artemis II Mission

NASA's Deep Space Network successfully supported the Artemis II mission, which launched on April 1 with a crew of four. The mission lasted just over nine days, reducing the communication demands compared to the previous Artemis I mission, which had caused delays for other scientific missions due to its higher data requirements.

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Ars Technica

NASA announces crew for Artemis III mission and timeline

NASA revealed the crew for the Artemis III mission on June 9, 2026. The mission will see the Orion spacecraft dock with lunar lander prototypes in low-Earth orbit, featuring an all-male crew with military experience.

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New York Post

NASA announces crew for Artemis III mission

NASA has revealed the crew for the Artemis III mission, a key step in its lunar exploration plans. This follows the successful Artemis II mission, which broke the distance record previously held by Apollo 13.

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Al Jazeera English

NASA selects astronauts for Artemis III mission set for 2027

NASA has revealed the astronauts chosen for the Artemis III mission, planned for 2027. This announcement follows concerns about the potential effects of the Blue Origin New Glenn rocket explosion on the mission.

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Washington Examiner

NASA Reveals Crew for Artemis III Mission

NASA has announced the crew for the Artemis III mission, set to launch in 2027 as part of its Artemis program aimed at returning astronauts to the moon. The crew includes Cmdr. Andre Douglas, Col. Frank Rubio, and Col. Luca Parmitano, led by mission commander Randy Bresnik. The mission will test key systems and operations necessary for future lunar landings.

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The Hill

NASA announces crew for Artemis III mission

NASA has revealed the crew for the Artemis III mission, which will focus on testing equipment for moon missions in Earth's orbit. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to prepare for future lunar exploration.

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The Hill

NASA announces crew for Artemis III mission

NASA has revealed the astronauts selected for the Artemis III mission, which will focus on testing equipment intended for upcoming moon missions in Earth's orbit. This mission is part of NASA's broader efforts in lunar exploration.

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