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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 11 published reports.

Apollo 7 mission emblem featuring spacecraft and Earth, symbolizing first manned Apollo space mission.
Orbital Briefing

Chang'e 7 Set for Ambitious Lunar Mission Amid New Space Policy

China's Chang'e 7 is poised to launch on an ambitious lunar mission, while the US unveils a new space transportation policy.

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NASA engineers conduct thermal tests on SpaceX Starship HLS prototype insulation at Marshall Space Flight Center.
Orbital Briefing

Chang'e-6 Reveals Moon's Ancient Secrets, Starship's Latest Milestone

Chang'e-6 samples shed light on lunar history, while SpaceX's Starship achieves another milestone with its 13th test flight.

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Illustration of Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich satellite orbiting Earth with solar panels extended.
Satellite Spotlight

Sentinel-6: Measuring Sea Level from Orbit

Sentinel-6 is a collaborative satellite mission between NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), EUMETSAT, and NOAA, designed to measure sea level changes with unprecedented accuracy. Officially named Sentinel-6 Michael Freilich, the satellite honours the former director of NASA's Earth Science Divisi

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Animation depicting improved sea height measurements by successive satellite altimeters over four decades.
Satellite Spotlight

Envisat: The Giant Dormant ESA Satellite and Collision Risk

Envisat, launched by the European Space Agency (ESA) in 2002, was one of the largest Earth observation satellites ever constructed. With a mass of approximately 8,211 kilograms and dimensions comparable to a double-decker bus, Envisat was equipped with ten sophisticated instruments designed to monit

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Animation depicting advancements in sea height measurement clarity by satellite altimeters over four decades.
Satellite Spotlight

Envisat: The Giant Dormant Satellite and Its Collision Risk

Envisat, launched by the European Space Agency (ESA) on 1 March 2002, was one of the largest Earth observation satellites ever constructed. With a mass of approximately 8,211 kilograms and dimensions akin to a double-decker bus, Envisat carried ten sophisticated instruments designed to monitor the E

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ESA astronaut Sophie Adenot in spacewalk gear, smiling during training at Johnson Space Center's Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory.
Orbital Briefing

European Astronaut's Historic Spacewalk and Curiosity's Anniversary

A European astronaut makes history during a spacewalk, while Curiosity Rover celebrates 14 years on Mars.

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Interior view of twin control rooms at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center, showcasing advanced technology for Artemis mission monitoring.
Orbital Events

NASA vs ESA vs CNSA: Comparing the World's Leading Space Agencies

NASA, ESA, and CNSA are the leading space agencies shaping global space exploration. This article compares their missions, budgets, and achievements.

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A vibrant orbital sunrise highlights Earth's atmosphere and the terminator line from the International Space Station over the Pacific Ocean.
Orbital Events

Comprehensive Guide to the World's Space Agencies

Discover the world's leading space agencies, including NASA, ESA, and CNSA, and their roles in the global space programme.

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NASA Aqua Spacecraft Images Pollution from California Rim Fire
Satellite Spotlight

Aqua: Tracking Earth's Water Cycle from Orbit

Launched on 4 May 2002, Aqua is a NASA Earth Science satellite designed to observe the Earth's water cycle. Part of the Earth Observing System (EOS), Aqua's primary mission is to collect data on precipitation, evaporation, and the cycling of water.

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Artist's concept of SpaceX Starship HLS on the Moon, showing its elevator system for astronaut transport.
Satellite Spotlight

Real-Time Moon Tracker: Explore Lunar Phases and Orbiters

Discover the Moon Globe tool by Orbital Radar, your real-time moon tracker for lunar positions, phases, and orbiters.

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