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April 09, 2025
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AFWERX backs Slingshot AI tech to monitor suspicious satellite activity



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

SPACE TRAVEL
Existing laws offer pathway to prevent warfare in space
London, 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
SUPERPOWERS
During Japan trip, NATO chief warns of Chinese military expansion
Washington 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
FLOATING STEEL
US will not let China disrupt Panama Canal: Pentagon chief
Panama 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
WAR REPORT
Ukraine says captured two Chinese nationals fighting for Russia
Kyiv, 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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China logs 15th orbital mission with launch of Tianlian II-04
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Mar 30, 2025
China executed its 15th space launch of the year late Wednesday night, successfully placing a new data relay satellite into orbit from the Xichang Satellite Launch Center in Sichuan province. The Ch ... more
GPS NEWS
Carbon Robotics debuts autonomous tractor system with live remote control capability
Los Angeles CA (SPX) Apr 01, 2025
Carbon Robotics has unveiled Carbon AutoTractor, a new autonomy system that transforms conventional tractors into driverless machines, monitored and managed in real time by trained human operators. ... more
SUPERPOWERS
US may pull 10,000 troops from eastern Europe
Washington (AFP) April 8, 2025
The United States could withdraw 10,000 troops from eastern Europe, NBC News reported Tuesday, in a move some analysts fear would embolden Russia. ... more
NUKEWARS
US says Witkoff to speak with Iran, rejects 'negotiation'; Iran says deal can be reached if US shows goodwill
Washington (AFP) April 8, 2025
The United States confirmed Tuesday that envoy Steve Witkoff would speak with Iran this weekend and said he would issue demands on Tehran's nuclear program rather than negotiate. ... more

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ROCKET SCIENCE
ISRO completes extended plasma thruster test for future satellite propulsion
Sydney, 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
UAV NEWS
NASA Makes Progress on Advanced Drone Safety Management System
Edwards 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
ROCKET SCIENCE
NASA adds Starship to roster of launch vehicles under NLS II contract
Los 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
BIO FUEL
Turning wood waste into ultra strong material
Los 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
NUKEWARS
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
SUPERPOWERS
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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UAV NEWS
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
NUKEWARS
Trump announces direct nuclear talks with Iran, Moscow, China welcome news
Washington (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
EPIDEMICS
Pentagon invites back former military fired for refusing COVID-19 vaccines
Washington 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
CYBER WARS
Taiwan says China using AI to spread 'controversial' posts
Taipei (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
SPACE TRAVEL
Hera spacecraft trials autonomous navigation during Mars encounter
Paris, 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
TECH SPACE
Karman expands spacecraft production with advanced clean room facility
Los 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
EARTH OBSERVATION
New geointelligence tool streamlines land mapping and resource planning
Los 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
STELLAR CHEMISTRY
SuperSharp advances toward 2026 mission with funding boost and prototype completion
London, 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
TRADE WARS
US will not let China disrupt Panama Canal: Pentagon chief
Panama 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
NUKEWARS
Trump says talked trade with S. Korea interim leader
Washington (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
WATER WORLD
New Zealand unveils major military overhaul
Wellington (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
CYBER WARS
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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FLOATING STEEL
US defense chief to visit Panama next week: Pentagon
Washington (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
WAR REPORT
Russia arrests soldier for planning to blow up military dorm
Moscow (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
WAR REPORT
Myanmar military conducts over a dozen attacks since truce: UN
Geneva (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
INTERNET SPACE
TikTok must find non-Chinese owner by Saturday to avert US ban
Miami (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
WAR REPORT
More Israeli air raids on Syria despite UN warning
Damascus (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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