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 32 published reports.
Meteor's Brief Dance with the Lacerta Nebula
A meteor briefly illuminates the Lacerta Nebula, offering a glimpse into its composition and the atmospheric effects of meteoroids.
Fireball or Satellite Reentry? How to Tell What You Saw
A brief flash and a slow procession of glowing fragments suggest different origins. Learn which clues matter, which can mislead, and how to investigate your sighting.
Satellite or Shooting Star? How to Tell the Difference
A satellite usually glides across the sky; a shooting star flashes past. Learn the visual clues, the exceptions and how to check a suspected satellite sighting.
Understanding the Perseids: The Annual Meteor Shower Explained
The Perseids meteor shower occurs every August as Earth passes through debris from comet Swift-Tuttle, resulting in visible shooting stars.
Perseid Meteors Illuminate Swedish Skies
The Perseid meteor shower, visible from Sweden, offers a stunning display of cometary dust streaking through Earth's atmosphere.
Celestial Reflections: Perseid Meteor and Milky Way
A Perseid meteor illuminates the night sky over La Palma, captured alongside the Milky Way and reflected in the LST-1 telescope's mirror.
How Weather Satellites Work: A Complete Guide
Weather satellites monitor Earth's atmosphere and surface, providing crucial data for forecasting. Learn how they operate and impact our daily lives.
CosmoCube Satellite to Explore Early Universe from Lunar Far Side
The CosmoCube satellite will study the early universe from the Moon's far side, while Martian meteorite analysis reveals ancient water.
Capturing the Celestial Dance of the Perseids
A composite image from Czechia captures the Perseid Meteor Shower's peak, showcasing 1,706 meteors and revealing radiants from multiple showers.
Unveiling the Mystery of the Solar Eclipse Intruder
A mysterious object crossed a partially eclipsed Sun during the Perseids shower, sparking debate. Discover what it was.
Perseids Radiance: A Celestial Dance in the Night Sky
The Perseids meteor shower, enhanced by a solar eclipse, dazzled observers with its radiant in Perseus. Learn the science behind this celestial event.
Moving Light in the Sky: How to Identify What You See
A steady moving light could be a satellite, but motion alone cannot identify it. Use its path, flashing, duration and a predicted pass to narrow down what you saw.