Space Debris

FireSat prototype satellite. Credit: Muon Space ST. LOUIS — A new generation of Earth monitoring satellites is emerging to help responders detect and react to wildfires more quickly. Muon Space, which launched its FireSat protoflight mission in March, is developing a dedicated constellation of satellites to track wildfires globally in…

Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, Volume 122, Issue 21, May 2025. SignificanceOur research shows that ecoevolutionary outcomes depend not only on whether mutations occur but also on how they arise. By comparing model ecosystems exposed to two types of mutations—those caused by external mutagens and those from DNA…

WASHINGTON — NASA says a “multi-year” budget shortfall even before the proposed cuts in the fiscal year 2026 budget request have led the agency to consider reductions in crew size and research on the International Space Station. At a May 20 press conference about the upcoming Ax-4 private astronaut mission…

Getty Images/400tmax The Google I/O keynote took place earlier this week, and the company took the stage to unveil new features across all of its product offerings. This included AI upgrades to the Google Workspace suite of applications, which millions of users rely on every day to get their work…

ZDNET's key takeaways Configurations for Lenovo's LOQ Tower 17IRR9 start at $1,099. The computer is a great option for people looking for a well-performing, compact, and affordable computer. However, because of its small size, it has a limited number of available ports. View now at Lenovo View now at Walmart…

Donald Trump has announced the concept for his Golden Dome missile defence system – which includes plans for the US put weapons in space for the first time. The "cutting-edge missile defence system" will include "space-based sensors and interceptors", Mr Trump said, adding the Golden Dome "should be fully operational…

TSR, y’all know Uncle Denzel Washington does not play when it comes to personal space — and he made that crystal clear at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival. The legendary actor was all smiles on the red carpet until a photographer decided to get a little too handsy. And let’s…

With the UK’s version of summer now creeping in and group chats starting to buzz with excitement for the days ahead, Mad Cool ticket holders are officially counting down the days. Madrid in July? Sizzling. The line-up? Even hotter. And with so many names fighting for space on your must-see…

Pantheon Development has announced the launch of VOXA, a new residential and commercial project in Dubai’s Jumeirah Village Triangle (JVT). This follows the delivery of 10 projects in Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC). The project will include studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments, penthouses, office spaces, and ground-floor retail units. VOXA: New…

This photo taken by satellite bracket camera of Long March-8 carrier rocket on March 20, 2024 shows the Queqiao-2 relay satellite (C) successfully separating from the carrier rocket with its solar wing and antenna successfully unfolded. (China National Space Administration/Handout via Xinhua) HEFEI, May 19 (Xinhua) -- Queqiao-2, China's relay…