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 6 published reports.
The Pulsar's Dance: A Cosmic Metronome in the Sky
Discover the pulsar, a cosmic marvel spinning 716 times per second, and its role in space science.
Unveiling the Mermaid Nebula: A Cosmic Symphony of Colour
The Mermaid Nebula, a stunning supernova remnant, showcases the vibrant aftermath of a stellar explosion, with a hidden pulsar at its heart.
Satellite Rescue Mission and Canadarm2 Repairs Highlight Busy Week in Orbit
A satellite rescue mission and Canadarm2 repairs are key highlights, alongside close orbital encounters and a pulsar record.
Starlink Launch Set for Sunday Amidst Close Orbital Encounters
SpaceX's Starlink launch from Vandenberg is scheduled for today, while several close satellite encounters are monitored.
ESA's SMILE Begins Science Operations with First Images
ESA and CAS have released the first images from the SMILE mission, marking the official start of its science operations.
Witnessing the Echoes of a Stellar Cataclysm: The Vela Supernova Remnant
The Vela Supernova Remnant, a 12,000-year-old cosmic spectacle, showcases the aftermath of a stellar explosion with vivid emissions of hydrogen and oxygen.