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NASA Seeks Industry Concepts on Moon, Mars Communications

Editor’s note: This feature was updated on Aug. 18, 2025, to note an extension on the deadline for responses to Wednesday, Sept. 17. NASA is seeking proposals from U.S. com #space #nasa #technology https://t.co/FfOaZKjSvm

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Space Force hosts regional tryouts ahead of Guardian Arena III

Set to take place Dec. 8-9 at Patrick SFB, the third annual Guardian Arena will bring together 35 elite three-person teams from Space Force units across the country #spaceforce #space #defence https://t.co/ibvKcbMfxy

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A team of scientists found a black hole that formed soon after the Big Bang

A group of astronomers detect the oldest known black hole using the James Webb Telescope #space #spaceindustry https://t.co/ezD5dRe1sr

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NASA-Derived Textiles are Touring France by Bike

During the Tour de France, athletes have to maintain a constant speed while bike riding for dozens of miles through cold rains and summer heat. These cyclists need gear that adapts #space #nasa #technology https://t.co/EeC2eS79bQ

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Foreign intel job scams target current, former DoD employees

When a social media message pops up offering a high-paying consulting job from an unknown recruiter, it’s easy to be intrigued, but think twice. For many current and #spaceforce #space #defence https://t.co/7RbKBGlSHi

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USSF field commands successfully launch GPS III, demonstrating expedited launch capabilities

The mission successfully achieved a complex effort across multiple Space Force organizations to pull an existing GPS III satellite fro #spaceforce #space #defence https://t.co/VaWGSzmThd

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Senior leaders discuss intelligence driving unified action

Senior leaders discuss Global Integration, during the Air and Space Force Association Warfare Symposium in Aurora, Colorado, March 4. #spaceforce #space #defence https://t.co/8oTEWhcMoA

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How astronauts adjust when back on Earth after being in space

Astronauts face several risks during spaceflight, including exposure to radiation. #space #spaceindustry https://t.co/mAVHVyd47Q

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ESA finally has a commercial launch strategy, but will member states pay?

Late this year, European governments will have the opportunity to pay up or shut up. #space #spaceexploration #spacex https://t.co/yI6FpGu38N

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Starlink’s rise in the defense market forces industry to adapt

For decades, military communications from space relied primarily on geostationary satellites positioned 22,000 miles above Earth. #earthobservation #satellitecommunications #systemsengineering https://t.co/S3ekLOBjZ9

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Sidus Space and Warpspace Form Joint Venture for Optical Space Communication

Sidus Space and Warpspace signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to Insights. Updates. Subscribe to The SpaceLead: https://t.co/ppv4F5sdni #satellite #space #spacetechnology https://t.co/snFQXvxtxE

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SpaceX readies a redo of last month’s ill-fated Starship test flight

The FAA has cleared SpaceX to launch Starship's eighth test flight as soon as Monday. Get updates-subscribe to The SpaceLead: https://t.co/ppv4F5sdni #space #spaceexploration #spacex https://t.co/tLRVgkWhoc

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Working around ongoing supply-chain bottlenecks

Difficulty acquiring propulsion systems and laser communications systems continu Subscribe to The SpaceLead for updates: https://t.co/ppv4F5sdni #earthobservation #satellitecommunications #systemsengineering https://t.co/vCr8TCk85f

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NASA’s Advancements in Space Continue Generating Products on Earth  

The latest edition of NASA’s Spinoff publication, which highlights the successful transfer of agency technology Stay ahead in space and tech. Follow for updates. #space #nasa #technology https://t.co/oFk36dAXEE

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Book Review: Space to Grow

Category: Nonfiction Reviewed by: Casey Suire Title: Space to Grow: Unlocking the Final Economic Frontier Authors: Matthew C. Weinzierl and B Get updates-subscribe to The SpaceLead: https://t.co/ppv4F5sdni #space #nasa #artemis https://t.co/yuYXXn7ZDU

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Meteorite crystals show evidence of hot water on ancient Mars

A rock that formed around 4.5 billion years ago on Mars before being blasted into space by a meteor strike Stay updated on space innovation. Follow here. #space #scientist #science #scientists https://t.co/HyldYqVGdb

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Hera: Target Deimos

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Hera: Target Deimos Stay ahead in space and tech. Follow for updates. #esa #europe #space https://t.co/mDoeIf1i76

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NASA's upcoming telescope launch aims to address some existential questions

The new 8.5-foot telescope is set to launch this Tuesday by NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory with a c Keep up with space industry insights. Follow for more. #space #spaceindustry https://t.co/CqfZPZ4zAB

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Rocket Lab to Acquire Mynaric and Supply Power Systems for OneWeb Extension

Rocket Lab USA intends to acquire German optical communications company M Insights. Updates. Subscribe to The SpaceLead: https://t.co/ppv4F5sdni #satellite #space #spacetechnology https://t.co/K8Km0rh57k

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New 'Starman' documentary shines light on NASA JPL legend Gentry Lee

This illuminating film debuts this weekend at the SXSW 2025. Subscribe to The SpaceLead for updates: https://t.co/ppv4F5sdni #aerospace #spaceindustry #spaceexploration https://t.co/oxLyPQKRdD