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 527 published reports.
NASA Rescues Swift Telescope Amid International Launch Preparations
NASA's Swift telescope resumes science operations after a failed rescue mission. ESA's JUICE to explore Jovian moon Kallichore.
The Cosmic Cauldron: Thackeray's Globules in IC 2944
Thackeray's Globules, located in IC 2944, are dark interstellar clouds potentially forming stars, observed in a vibrant Hubble palette image.
Roman Space Telescope Launches, Close Satellite Approaches Noted
NASA's Roman Space Telescope embarks on its mission to explore the universe, while several close satellite approaches are monitored.
This Week in Orbit: 2026-08-30
NASA's Roman Space Telescope is poised for launch on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Florida this Sunday, marking a significant milestone for the agency's next 'great observatory'. The telescope, named after Nancy Grace Roman, the 'mother of Hubble', aims to explore dark energy, exoplanets, and in
Witness a Martian Eclipse: Phobos Dances Across the Sun
Phobos, Mars' moon, creates a swift solar eclipse captured by Perseverance. Learn about its future and Mars' exploration.
Artemis II Crew Honoured as SpaceX Prepares for Roman Telescope Launch
The Artemis II crew is awarded the Congressional Space Medal of Honor, while SpaceX gears up to launch NASA's Roman Space Telescope.
Exploring Messier 2: A Stellar Time Capsule
Messier 2, a vast globular cluster in the Milky Way, holds 150,000 stars within 175 light-years, revealing ancient cosmic history.
Understanding Satellite Re-entry: What Happens When Spacecraft Return to Earth
Satellite re-entry involves a spacecraft descending through Earth's atmosphere, often burning up due to intense heat and friction.
SpaceX Prepares for Starlink Launch Amid ISS Maintenance
SpaceX is set to launch 27 Starlink satellites today, as astronauts complete an ISS antenna replacement. Close satellite approaches are being monitored.
Comet 220P's Unexpected Luminosity: A Celestial Surprise
Comet 220P/McNaught, usually dim, is now visible with binoculars after two surprising outbursts increased its brightness 20,000-fold.
Active Debris Removal: Technologies Cleaning Up Space
Active debris removal involves technologies designed to clean up space junk, ensuring sustainable orbits for future missions.
SpaceX Marks 100th Falcon Launch of 2026 with Starlink Deployment
SpaceX has completed its 100th Falcon rocket launch of 2026, deploying 27 Starlink satellites and marking a significant milestone in its launch cadence.