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  Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 03, 2025 Slingshot Aerospace has been selected by AFWERX to support the U.S. Department of Defense with advanced machine learning tools under its Rapid Analysis of Photometric Tracks for space Object identification and behavior Recognition (RAPTOR) initiative. This program aims to enhance situational awareness in low Earth orbit by analyzing the behavior of satellites and other spaceborne objects. Through RAPTOR, Slingshot will deliver real-time insights into satellite maneuvers and other activity of inter ... read more |
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Existing laws offer pathway to prevent warfare in spaceLondon, UK (SPX) Apr 03, 2025 World governments should look to current international legal frameworks to curb the growing militarization of space, according to a new study that emphasizes the urgent ... more  
During Japan trip, NATO chief warns of Chinese military expansionWashington DC (UPI) Apr 8, 2025 NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte warned of China's military expansion while aiming to improve economic ties with Japan during a two-day visit on Tuesday and Wednesday. ... more  
US will not let China disrupt Panama Canal: Pentagon chiefPanama City (AFP) April 8, 2025 The United States will not allow China to jeopardize the operations of the Panama Canal, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned during a visit to the Central American nation on Tuesday. ... more  
Ukraine says captured two Chinese nationals fighting for RussiaKyiv, Ukraine (AFP) April 9, 2025 President Volodymyr Zelensky said Tuesday that Ukrainian troops had captured two Chinese citizens fighting alongside Russian forces, with Kyiv demanding an explanation from Beijing. ... more |
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ISRO completes extended plasma thruster test for future satellite propulsionSydney, Australia (SPX) Apr 01, 2025 On March 27, 2025, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) marked a significant milestone in satellite propulsion technology by concluding a 1000-hour endurance test of its 300-millinewton Sta ... more |
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NASA Makes Progress on Advanced Drone Safety Management SystemEdwards AFB CA (SPX) Apr 03, 2025 From agriculture and law enforcement to entertainment and disaster response, industries are increasingly turning to drones for help, but the growing volume of these aircraft will require trusted saf ... more 
NASA adds Starship to roster of launch vehicles under NLS II contractLos Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 30, 2025 NASA has formally expanded its Launch Services (NLS) II contract with SpaceX, headquartered in Starbase, Texas, to include the company's Starship launch system alongside the previously contracted Fa ... more  
Turning wood waste into ultra strong materialLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 03, 2025 A research team at the University of Tennessee is exploring a bold idea: transforming leftover wood waste into a material with the strength of steel. Led by Art Ragauskas, UT-ORNL governor's chair f ... more  
Kim Jong Un's sister says North Korea denuclearisation is a 'daydream'Seoul (AFP) April 9, 2025 Kim Jong Un's powerful sister slammed US-led efforts to take away North Korea's nuclear weapons, saying the idea of denuclearising the country was a "daydream". ... more |
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Pentagon chief fires US military representative to NATO Washington (AFP) April 8, 2025 Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has fired a top US admiral assigned to NATO, the Pentagon announced Tuesday, saying her removal was due to a loss of confidence in her ability to lead. ... more  |
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US to deploy large surveillance drones to Japan's Okinawa Tokyo (AFP) April 8, 2025 The US military will deploy long-range surveillance drones in the Japanese region of Okinawa near Taiwan, Tokyo's defence minister said Tuesday. ... more 
Trump announces direct nuclear talks with Iran, Moscow, China welcome newsWashington (AFP) April 8, 2025 President Donald Trump said the United States was starting direct, high-level talks with Iran over its nuclear program on Saturday, in a shock announcement during a White House meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. ... more  
Pentagon invites back former military fired for refusing COVID-19 vaccinesWashington DC (UPI) Apr 8, 2025 Some 8,700 service members who were fired by the Biden administration for refusing to get COVID-19 vaccines are invited back to their former positions. ... more  
Taiwan says China using AI to spread 'controversial' postsTaipei (AFP) April 8, 2025 China is increasingly using artificial intelligence to generate and spread "controversial messages" online targeting Taiwan with the aim of creating divisions, the island's intelligence agency said Tuesday. ... more |
Hera spacecraft trials autonomous navigation during Mars encounterParis, France (SPX) Mar 30, 2025 As ESA's Hera spacecraft passed close to Mars, it carried out a successful test of its autonomous navigation system, locking onto dozens of surface landmarks such as craters and other geological for ... more  
Karman expands spacecraft production with advanced clean room facilityLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 03, 2025 Karman Space and Defense (NYSE: KRMN), a prominent provider of precision-engineered systems for missiles, uncrewed aerial vehicles, and spacecraft, has unveiled a new ISO 8 clean room facility at it ... more  
New geointelligence tool streamlines land mapping and resource planningLos Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 01, 2025 Researchers at the Tupa campus of Sao Paulo State University (UNESP) have introduced a new geospatial intelligence method designed to improve the speed and precision of land use monitoring and terri ... more  
SuperSharp advances toward 2026 mission with funding boost and prototype completionLondon, UK (SPX) Mar 19, 2025 SuperSharp Space Systems Ltd (SuperSharp), a spin-off from the University of Cambridge, has marked two major achievements on its path toward space deployment. The UK Space Agency has awarded the com ... more |
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US will not let China disrupt Panama Canal: Pentagon chiefPanama City (AFP) April 9, 2025 The United States will not allow China to "threaten" the operations of the Panama Canal, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth warned during a visit to the Central American nation on Tuesday. ... more
Trump says talked trade with S. Korea interim leaderWashington (AFP) April 8, 2025 US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he had a "great call" with South Korea's acting president on tariffs, while one of his advisors said allies including Seoul and Tokyo would be prioritized in trade negotiations. ... more  
New Zealand unveils major military overhaulWellington (AFP) April 7, 2025 New Zealand will ramp up defence spending under a major military overhaul unveiled Monday, pouring billions of dollars into missiles, cyber security and drones. ... more
Philippines says suspected spy confessions in China 'scripted'Manila (AFP) April 5, 2025 The Philippines said on Saturday the supposed confessions of three Filipinos arrested by China for alleged espionage appear to have been "scripted" and urged Beijing to respect their rights. ... more |
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US defense chief to visit Panama next week: PentagonWashington (AFP) April 4, 2025 US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will visit Panama next week, the Pentagon said Friday, after President Donald Trump exerted significant pressure on the country to curb ties with Chinese interests. ... more |
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Russia arrests soldier for planning to blow up military dormMoscow (AFP) April 4, 2025 Russia arrested a soldier on suspicion of planning to blow himself up on Ukrainian orders near a military cadet dorm in the Moscow region, the FSB security service said Friday. ... more 
Myanmar military conducts over a dozen attacks since truce: UNGeneva (AFP) April 4, 2025 Myanmar's military has reportedly conducted dozens of attacks since the devastating earthquake hit the country, including at least 16 since a temporary truce was announced this week, the UN said Friday. ... more  
TikTok must find non-Chinese owner by Saturday to avert US banMiami (AFP) April 4, 2025 TikTok on Friday was hours from a deadline to find a non-Chinese owner or face a ban in the United States. ... more 
More Israeli air raids on Syria despite UN warningDamascus (AFP) April 3, 2025 Israeli warplanes launched more air strikes against military targets in Syria on Thursday, hours after the United Nations said such attacks "undermine efforts to build a new Syria". ... more |
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