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engineering · NASA · 12d ago
NASA Invites Media to Northrop Grumman CRS-25 Station Resupply Launch
Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL will resupply the International Space Station in November aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 for NASA's CRS-25 mission.
science · Space.com · 12d ago
James Webb Space Telescope uncovers new clues about the origins of 'interstellar invader' comet 3I/ATLAS
The James Webb Space Telescope identified new information about interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS and planet-forming conditions around other stars.
investments · TechCrunch Space · 12d ago
SpaceX reportedly wants to buy Boost Mobile to compete with ATT, T-Mobile, and Verizon
SpaceX is reportedly pursuing acquisition of Boost Mobile to leverage Starlink for terrestrial cellular competition.
investments · SpaceQ · 12d ago
Maritime Launch Services gets final approval to list on the TSX
Maritime Launch Services received final approval to list on the Toronto Stock Exchange under ticker symbol MAXQ, beginning trading Tuesday.
engineering · SpaceQ · 12d ago
National security strategy gives space tech a supporting role
Canada's national security strategy released by PM Mark Carney identifies space-based communications and navigation as key sovereignty technologies.
science · NASA · 13d ago
NASA’s Hubble Uncovers Case of Missing Oxygen in Nearby Dwarf Galaxies
Hubble Space Telescope observations of 37 nearby dwarf galaxies reveal a significant deficit of oxygen compared to theoretical expectations.
science · Space.com · 13d ago
A rainbow of ancient rocks on Mars | Space photo of the day for Nov. 2, 2026
Images from Mars show a colorful rocky hill revealing diverse ancient geological formations on the Martian surface.
engineering · Space.com · 13d ago
On this day in space! Nov. 2, 2000: Expedition 1 Arrives at the International Space Station
Expedition 1 crew arrived at the International Space Station on November 2, 2000, marking the beginning of continuous human habitation.
investments · TechCrunch Space · 13d ago
Northwood Space raises $375M Series C at a $2B valuation from a16z and DFJ growth
Space infrastructure company Northwood Space raised $375 million in Series C funding led by Andreessen Horowitz and DFJ Growth, reaching a $2 billion valuation.
engineering · SpaceNews · 13d ago
How to Expand Reliable, Flexible Access to Space
Despite record rocket launches, satellite operators face insufficient launch capacity to meet current demand for orbital access.
engineering · Payload · 13d ago
Exclusive: Stellar Alpina Unveils Monarch Orbiter and Morpho Lunar Lander
Swiss startup Stellar Alpina unveiled two spacecraft: Monarch orbiter and Morpho lunar lander for future space missions.
engineering · Space.com · 13d ago
'VisionQuest' homework guide: Everything you need to watch to understand Marvel's WandaVision follow-up
White Vision, Hex Vision, and Ultron all converge in this spirited new superhero series.
engineering · Space.com · 13d ago
What is Starshield? A look at SpaceX's military satellite network
SpaceX operates two satellite networks: Starlink for commercial use and Starshield for military applications.
engineering · Payload · 13d ago
Hydrosat Unveils New High-Res MWIR Thermal Capability
Hydrosat introduced new high-resolution mid-wave infrared thermal imaging capability for Earth observation.
investments · Payload · 13d ago
Northwood Space Raises $375M Series C at $2B Valuation
Northwood Space raised $375M in Series C funding at a $2B valuation to expand its ground station network.
engineering · Space.com · 13d ago
'The Sea God Surveys': Watch Rocket Lab launch Japanese Earth-observing satellite today
Rocket Lab will launch its 99th mission today, deploying a private Japanese Earth-observing satellite to orbit.
science · NASA · 13d ago
APOD: 2026 November 2 – A Long Cloud on Mars
Today's Astronomy Picture of the Day features a long cloud formation on Mars.
science · NASA · 13d ago
Pennsylvania’s Grand Canyon
Pine Creek Gorge in Pennsylvania's Allegheny Plateau is featured for its geological formation.
engineering · SpaceQ · 13d ago
Weekly ISS update: one solar array to go after Kutryk’s spacewalk
Astronaut Joshua Kutryk completed his first spacewalk on Oct. 29, installing the ISS's seventh new solar array with NASA's Anil Menon. One final solar array remains to be installed.
engineering · Space.com · 13d ago
'Metroid Prime' needs some 'Resident Evil'-style remakes to rediscover its sci-fi shooter mojo
Nintendo's sci-fi shooter franchise is in dire straits, but we've got the solution to Samus's problems.
science · Space.com · 14d ago
Planetary defense: How military and civil satellites are watching fireballs to help keep Earth safe from space rocks
Military and civil satellites monitor fireballs entering Earth's atmosphere to advance planetary defense and study space debris impacts.
engineering · Space.com · 14d ago
On this day in space! Nov. 1, 1962: The Soviet Union Launches Mars 1 spacecraft to Red Planet during the Space Race
The Soviet Union launched Mars 1 on Nov. 1, 1962, as a flyby mission to Mars during the Space Race.
engineering · Space.com · 14d ago
NASA's Swift space telescope is about to crash to Earth. Where will it fall?
NASA's Swift space telescope is expected to reenter Earth's atmosphere, though the exact timing and location remain uncertain.
science · Space.com · 14d ago
5 bright planets to spot in November — when and where to see them
Five planets will be visible in November's night sky, including a close Mars-Jupiter encounter and opportunities to observe Venus and Mercury.
science · NASA · 14d ago
APOD: 2026 November 1 – Colors of the Moon
APOD features an image showcasing the Moon's color variations, with explanations of the lunar surface composition and geological features that produce different hues.
investments · SpaceQ · 14d ago
MDA lands IRIS² antenna work as space index falls 2.2 per cent
MDA Space will build digital antennas for 66 IRIS² satellites under a $100 million contract with Thales Alenia Space, with launches planned for 2029.
science · Space.com · 15d ago
9 nightmarish sci-fi spaceships to crawl aboard for Halloween if you dare
Article about fictional spacecraft from science fiction films; not relevant to North American space industry.
science · Space.com · 15d ago
This Week In Space podcast: Episode 234 — Living in Lunar Caves
Podcast episode discusses NASA-backed payload for lunar cave research at Marius Hills Pit on the moon.
science · Space.com · 15d ago
On this day in space! Oct. 31, 2015: Creepy skull-shaped Halloween asteroid flies by Earth, NASA names it the 'Great Pumpkin'
Retrospective on skull-shaped asteroid that passed Earth on Halloween 2015.
science · Space.com · 15d ago
The moon, Mars, and Jupiter shine in the heart of the Lion overnight on Nov. 1-2
Observation guide for moon, Jupiter, Mars and star Regulus visible Nov. 1-2.