Space News Mission Log — Satellite Launches, Orbital Events & Analysis
Daily space news, satellite launch reports, orbital debris analysis and weekly roundups — grounded in live tracking data from our network monitoring 386 published reports.
Mars Auroras and Meteor Showers: Highlights for 10 August 2026
NASA's MAVEN mission reveals new insights into Martian auroras, while the Perseid meteor shower promises a dazzling display. Satellite close approaches continue to be monitored.
OneWeb: The UK's Broadband Constellation
OneWeb is a global communications company, headquartered in the United Kingdom, that aims to provide broadband internet services worldwide through a constellation of low Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. The initiative is designed to bridge the digital divide by delivering high-speed internet to remote
Is Starlink Down? How to Check Service Status Now
Starlink service disruptions can occur due to various factors. Learn how to check its status and understand potential causes.
A Celestial Encounter: Comet Tempel 2 Meets Messier 30
Comet Tempel 2 and globular cluster Messier 30 share the sky in a rare celestial encounter, captured in a stunning image.
SpaceX Expands Starlink Network Amid Close Satellite Approaches
SpaceX's latest Starlink launch boosts its constellation as close satellite approaches are monitored.
Satellite Spotlight: ISS — 25+ Years of Continuous Human Presence
The International Space Station (ISS) is a large, habitable satellite that orbits Earth, serving as a microgravity and space environment research laboratory. It is a joint project involving five participating space agencies: NASA, Roscosmos, JAXA, ESA, and CSA.
How Solar Storms Threaten Satellites and Power Grids
Solar storms can disrupt satellites and power grids by inducing geomagnetic currents and radiation, posing risks to technology and infrastructure.
SpaceX Debris Strikes Moon as Relativity Advances Terran-R
SpaceX debris hits the Moon, raising concerns. Relativity Space achieves a milestone with Terran-R. NASA extends Voyager 2's mission.
Unveiling Solar Secrets: The Sharpest Image of Our Sun
The Inouye Solar Telescope has captured the sharpest image of the Sun, revealing the elusive Kelvin-Helmholtz instability in stunning detail.
Satellite Spotlight: NASA's TDRS — The Backbone of Space Communication
The Tracking and Data Relay Satellite (TDRS) system is a network of communication satellites operated by NASA to provide continuous, high-bandwidth communication links between ground stations and orbiting spacecraft. Established in the 1980s, TDRS has been instrumental in supporting a wide range of
Understanding the Kp Index: Measuring Geomagnetic Storms
The Kp Index measures geomagnetic storm intensity on a scale from 0 to 9, crucial for understanding space weather impacts.
Blue Origin's New Glenn Engine Issue and ISS Spacewalk Progress
Blue Origin identifies engine issue in New Glenn explosion while NASA astronauts advance ISS solar array upgrade.