House Oversight Committee Investigates FCC’s Funding Decision for Starlink
The House Oversight Committee, led by Republicans, has initiated an investigation into the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)’s choice to reject a substantial $886 million federal funding request aimed at SpaceX’s Starlink project. In a recent announcement, Chairman James Comer from…
ESA’s Hera Mission Successfully Launched for Asteroid Exploration
On a bright Monday morning, SpaceX successfully dispatched the Hera spacecraft for the European Space Agency’s (ESA) groundbreaking planetary defense initiative. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida at 10:52 a.m. EDT, embarking…
New Startups Join the Space Revolution
Seraphim Space, a prominent investor in space technology, has recently announced the latest participants for its dedicated accelerator program, Mission 14. This program aims to nurture startups that focus on innovative solutions for the space industry. The announcement was made…
Starlink Assists Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts
In the wake of Hurricane Helene, Starlink, the satellite internet service established by SpaceX, has risen to prominence for its rapid deployment to affected areas. The service aims to restore essential communications in communities disrupted by the storm’s devastation. On…
Hurricane Milton Approaches Florida: Urgent Preparations Underway
Hurricane Milton has rapidly escalated to a Category 5 storm, posing a serious threat to Florida’s west coast. With expectations of landfall as a Category 3 hurricane late Wednesday or early Thursday, residents are urged to prepare for severe impacts….
Emerging Space Innovator Secures $7 Million for Satellite Development
Hyderabad’s burgeoning spacetech landscape welcomed a significant boost as XDLINX Space Labs announced it has successfully secured $7 million in seed funding. This funding round was spearheaded by renowned investor Ashish Kacholia, alongside contributions from E2MC, Mana Ventures, and a…
Hurricane Milton Approaches Florida’s Gulf Coast
Hurricane Milton has quickly escalated into a formidable threat, achieving Category 4 status with winds reaching approximately 150 mph. As the hurricane progresses toward the Florida Gulf Coast, the impact is being felt acutely, especially in areas still recovering from…
Prepare for the Draconid Meteor Shower This Monday Night
Stargazers should keep an eye on the evening sky to catch the Draconid meteor shower, which will reach its height Monday night into Tuesday morning. Unlike typical meteor showers that are best viewed in the early hours, this event is…
Florida Braces for Major Hurricane Milton
Hurricane Milton has rapidly escalated into a formidable Category 4 storm with maximum sustained winds of approximately 150 mph, threatening Florida’s Gulf Coast. This comes on the heels of another severe storm, Helene, which devastated the region just a week…
Close Encounter: Asteroid 2024 PT5’s Journey Through the Solar System
Asteroid 2024 PT5 is making headlines as it travels through our solar system, captivating astronomers with its unique orbital path. Initially detected on August 7, 2024, by a specialized telescope in Sutherland, South Africa, this small celestial body, measuring around…