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  Berlin, Germany (SPX) Jul 14, 2023 The rapidly expanding realm of information technology is ever-dependent on unobstructed access to space-based data and communication networks, bringing the need for technical mechanisms that can safeguard, repair, reinforce, or develop essential space infrastructures to the forefront. Ensuring new satellites can be placed and activated in orbit within a matter of hours or days is of prime importance. This level of agility and responsiveness, referred to as 'Responsive Space Capability' in the glob ... read more |
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Space Systems Command releases National Security Space Launch Phase 3 Draft RFPLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 14, 2023 In a recent announcement, the Space Systems Command (SSC) reported that it has issued a second round of draft Requests for Proposals (RFPs) as part of the National Security Space Launch Phase 3. The ... more  
N. Korea leader's sister warns of 'overwhelming nuclear deterrence'Seoul (AFP) July 14, 2023 The powerful sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un warned on Friday of "overwhelming nuclear deterrence" unless the United States drops what she called its "hostile policy" against Pyongyang, state media reported. ... more 
Blinken: US, allies to 'defend against any aggression' from North KoreaJakarta (AFP) July 14, 2023 Secretary of State Antony Blinken promised Friday the United States would defend allies from North Korean "aggression", with Japan and South Korea joining a call to punish Pyongyang for its latest intercontinental ballistic missile test. ... more  
US, EU assail Russia in rare meeting in Southeast AsiaJakarta (AFP) July 14, 2023 The US and European Union's top diplomats on Friday assailed Russia's foreign minister as being negative and unconstructive in a rare sit-down appearance with him at a Southeast Asian gathering in Jakarta. ... more |
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 China's top diplomat calls on India to meet "halfway" on border issue  
RTX secures $117M contract with US Army for Advanced Targeting Sensor SystemsLos Angeles CA (SPX) Jul 12, 2023 RTX, a leading defense technology company, has been awarded a substantial contract worth $117.5 million by the U.S. Army for the production of advanced targeting sensor systems. This significant dev ... more |
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Ministry of Defence Acquires 1,000th Landshield Anti-Jam System from Raytheon UKLondon, UK (SPX) Jul 14, 2023 Raytheon UK revealed this Friday that the United Kingdom's Ministry of Defence (MoD) has procured its 1,000th unit of the Landshield anti-jam system, marking a significant stage in the company's ong ... more  
Muon Space awarded additional funding from AFLMC and DIU to collect space weather dataMountain View CA (SPX) Jul 13, 2023 Muon Space has been awarded an option to their contract with Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLMC)'s Weather Systems Branch and the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) to collect ionospheric data ... more  
China's methane-fueled rocket achieves global first with successful orbital insertionSydney, Australia (SPX) Jul 14, 2023 The first successful orbital mission of a methane-fueled rocket has been accomplished by China, a significant breakthrough in the utilization of low-cost and environmentally friendly liquid propella ... more  
Advanced Space Commemorates One Year Since CAPSTONE SeparationWashington DC (SPX) Jul 11, 2023 It's been one year since CAPSTONE separated from its launch vehicle to become the first commercial spacecraft operating at the Moon. Advanced Space is grateful to our team members and proud of all t ... more |
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 Aerojet Rocketdyne unveils cutting-edge solid rocket motor for Kratos' Zeus Program  
CASIC plans new satellite network by 2030Beijing (XNA) Jul 14, 2023 China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation (CASIC), a leading Chinese space contractor has revealed plans to create an expansive remote-sensing satellite network by the end of this decade. The ... more |
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China begins construction of ultra-low orbit satellite constellationWuhan (XNA) Jul 13, 2023 The China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation Limited (CASIC) has announced the official start to the construction of an ultra-low orbit satellite constellation. The CASIC made the anno ... more  
Hughes Partners with Netskope to Launch Managed SASE Solution for Small to Medium EnterprisesSydney, Australia (SPX) Jul 12, 2023 Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES), in collaboration with Netskope, a leading Security Access Service Edge (SASE) provider, has unveiled a groundbreaking Managed SASE solution for small to medium ... more 
ITU Radio Regulations Board approves waiver for Rivada LEO constellationMunich, Germany (SPX) Jul 06, 2023 Rivada Space Networks reports that the ITU's Radio Regulations Board has waived the requirement that Rivada put 10% of its constellation into orbit this year. The ITU waiver process seeks clea ... more 
India launches rocket to land spacecraft on MoonSriharikota, India (AFP) July 14, 2023 India on Friday launched a rocket seeking to land an unmanned spacecraft on the surface of the Moon, a live feed showed, its second attempt to become only the fourth country to do so. ... more |
 Japan rocket engine explodes during test: official 
Orbex expands facilities in preparation for UK Mainland's First Vertical Rocket LaunchForres UK (SPX) Jul 11, 2023 K-based spaceflight company, Orbex, has extended its footprint by over thirty percent across its Scottish and Danish design and production facilities, in preparation for the launch of its Prime rock ... more |
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Europe-wide space-enabled aviation approaches take offParis (ESA) Jul 08, 2023 Commercial air passengers across Europe will soon experience fewer flight delays and greener travel thanks to pilots being able to use satellites to route their planes. The ESA-backed Iris for ... more  
White House releases plan to increase investment in cybersecurityWashington DC (UPI) Jul 13, 2023 The White House on Thursday released a national strategy to address cybersecurity as the administration was investigating a major hacking incident that compromised unclassified emails at the Commerce and State departments in May. ... more  
House Republicans add culture-war measures to military budgetWashington DC (UPI) Jul 14, 2023 The U.S. House of Representatives on Friday passed the annual defense policy bill by a narrow 219-210 vote, after several conservative amendments on abortion, climate change, and race and gender rights were added to the legislation. ... more  
Musk launches xAI to rival OpenAI, GoogleWashington (AFP) July 12, 2023 Elon Musk on Wednesday launched his own artificial intelligence company, xAI, as he seeks to compete with OpenAI, the creator of ChatGPT - a program he accuses of being politically biased and irresponsible. ... more |
WormGPT tool for criminals discovered by cybersecurity firmWashington DC (UPI) Jul 15, 2023 A cybersecurity firm discovered a new generative artificial intelligence tool called WormGPT that is being sold to criminals. Another firm created a malicious generative AI tool called PoisonGPT to test how the technology can be used to intentionally spread fake news online. ... more  
Paraguay's Pena says Taiwan ties make 'more sense' than ChinaTaipei (AFP) July 15, 2023 Paraguay's formal ties with Taiwan make "more sense" than recognising China, and will be a greater boost to development in the South American nation, president-elect Santiago Pena said Saturday. ... more  
UN warns Sudan faces 'full-scale civil war' as air raid kills 22Wad Madani, Sudan (AFP) July 10, 2023 Conflict-torn Sudan is on the brink of a "full-scale civil war" that could destabilise the entire region, the United Nations warned Sunday, after an air strike on a residential area killed around two dozen civilians. ... more  
UK defence secretary 'to quit before next govt reshuffle'London (AFP) July 15, 2023 UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said in an interview published on Saturday that he will step down at the next cabinet reshuffle and not contest the next general election. ... more |
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Sudan army to resume truce talks: government source Wad Madani, Sudan (AFP) July 15, 2023 Sudanese army representatives have returned to Jeddah in Saudi Arabia for talks with their paramilitary foes, a government source said Saturday as the war between rival generals entered its fourth month. ... more  
Iraq patriarch leaves Baghdad as tensions with president soarBaghdad (AFP) July 15, 2023 A prominent Iraqi Christian leader announced Saturday he would leave Baghdad for the autonomous Kurdistan region, denouncing the president's role in a "disgusting" campaign against him. ... more 
Wagner not participating in Ukraine fighting in any significant way: PentagonWashington (AFP) July 14, 2023 Wagner mercenaries are no longer participating in "any significant capacity" in combat operations in Ukraine, the Pentagon said Thursday, more than two weeks after the group's aborted mutiny in Russia. ... more 
Suspect in murder of Russian recruitment official held pending trialMoscow (AFP) July 13, 2023 A Russian court on Thursday ordered the extended detention of a suspect in the murder of a military recruitment official and former submarine commander. ... more |
'Committed' to peace, Colombia paramilitary leader tells AFPSierra Nevada De Santa Marta, Colombia (AFP) July 14, 2023 In his first-ever on-camera interview, a Colombian paramilitary leader known as Camilo told AFP his organization - accused of crimes against civilians - was committed to peace talks with the government. ... more
Paraguay's president-elect vows to be 'on the side' of TaiwanTaipei (AFP) July 12, 2023 Paraguay's incoming president Santiago Pena said Wednesday the country would stand by Taiwan's side for the duration of his five-year term, reaffirming it as Taipei's lone diplomatic ally in South America. ... more 
US Air Force suspends personnel moves, bonuses over funding shortfallWashington DC (UPI) Jul 11, 2023 A funding shortfall, due to higher-than-expected costs, is forcing the U.S. Air Force to suspend thousands of airmen's moves and bonuses through September. ... more  
China's Xi congratulates Uzbek president on re-election: state mediaBeijing (AFP) July 10, 2023 Chinese leader Xi Jinping called his Uzbek counterpart Shavkat Mirziyoyev to congratulate him on winning a third term as the head of the Central Asian country on Monday, Beijing's state media reported. ... more |
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Swedish top court blocks extradition of two wanted by TurkeyStockholm (AFP) July 13, 2023 Sweden's Supreme Court said Thursday it was blocking the extradition of two people wanted by Turkey for involvement in the so-called Gulen movement, a key demand by Ankara to ratify Stockholm's NATO membership. ... more 
Regional monetary union lifts Mali suspensionBissau (AFP) July 9, 2023 A West African monetary union has agreed to lift its suspension of Mali, imposed in January 2022 over the ruling junta's timeline for returning to civilian rule, it said in a statement. ... more  
Hong Kong questions family of wanted activist Nathan Law: police sourceHong Kong (AFP) July 11, 2023 Hong Kong briefly took in three family members of exiled democracy activist Nathan Law for questioning on Tuesday, a week after authorities issued a bounty on him and seven others accused of breaching the city's national security law. ... more  
US-Israeli analyst charged with China lobbyingWashington (AFP) July 11, 2023 US authorities on Monday announced covert lobbying and arms dealing charges against a US-Israeli analyst who has accused President Joe Biden's son of corruption. ... more |
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