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The latest space news with a specific focus on space observation, space technology, space exploration, and the management of space debris.

POEMS: Physics of extreme massive stars

Explore the evolution of massive stars through the groundbreaking research of the EU-funded project POEMS.

Empty space: Clearing the space around Earth of space debris

Learn more about the issue of debris in space and what can be done to improve sustainability measures to combat it.

Space cybersecurity: Protecting vital infrastructure beyond Earth’s atmosphere

Sylvester Kaczmarek, CTO at OrbiSky Systems, explores the challenges and innovations shaping the future of space cybersecurity. Read more.

Characterising the earliest galaxies in the Universe

A team of astrophysicists have used the presence of hydrogen to detect the formation of the Universe's earliest galaxies.

ESA launch special Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer pre-launch event

The ESA has announced that the Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer mission will be celebrated at an event in Toulouse on 20 January next year.

NASA’s InSight Mars mission retires after years of collecting unique science

After two failed contact attempts, NASA has decided to retire the InSight Mars mission after four years of service.

Virgin Orbit granted final approval for the first Spaceport Cornwall launch

Virgin Orbit granted final remaining licenses from UK Civil Aviation Authority ahead of the first UK launch from Spaceport Cornwall.

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White dwarf research reveals how the solar system might die

Scientists from the University of Warwick have found that our solar system might be pulled into the gravity of a white dwarf star.

Lovell telescope detects rare radio signals from a magnetar

An international team of astronomers has used the Lovell telescope at Jodrell Bank to illuminate radio signals coming from a magnetar.

Remarkable gravitational-wave signal detected by researchers

Researchers from the ICG have helped to detect a gravitational-wave signal that could solve a key cosmic mystery. Read more here.

Expansion of the Universe solved by Hubble and Webb?

Researchers are combining observations from the Hubble and James Webb telescopes to better understand the expansion of the Universe.

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International space projects receive funding boost from UK Space Agency

11 international space projects that showcase the best of UK space expertise have received funding from the UK Space Agency. Read more here.

Expansion of the Universe solved by Hubble and Webb?

Researchers are combining observations from the Hubble and James Webb telescopes to better understand the expansion of the Universe.

NASA PACE mission successfully launches to measure ocean health and climate change

Learn how NASA's PACE mission is ushering in a new era of cutting-edge climate monitoring, analysing ocean health and climate change.

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The latest space debris news looking at the management of space waste.

Could sustainable satellites be the way forward for the space industry?

The UK Space Agency is funding work to prolong the life of satellites to ensure space remains sustainable for future generations.

UK Space Agency commits to advancing space sustainability

The UK Space Agency is funding research into refuelling an upcoming mission to promote space sustainability. Discover more here.

How the Space Age is polluting our atmosphere

Discover more about the Space Age and how the rise of polluting metals in our atmosphere could destroy the planet.

Challenges of space-based Space Situational Awareness

Learn more about the challenges of ensuring Space Situational Awareness and how NORSS’ sensor technologies can assist.