The Military Version Of Starlink Is Causing Problems For Civilian Satellites

The military's equivalent of Starlink, which allows for troops to remain in contact, is now disrupting other satellites, as ...
Duke Today

Don’t Look Up, Space is Filled With Junk

The Orbits Act, a promising piece of U.S. legislation aimed at addressing space debris, has stalled in Congress. Zanalda ...
Yahoo

China develops ways to de-orbit space junk. Should we be worried?

China is developing the capability to remove space debris from orbit, according to a top official. In recent years, China's space activities have grown tremendously, with an operational space station ...
SpaceNews

China’s expanding footprint in geostationary orbit raises security concerns

A Long March 3B lifts off from Xichang, sending Shijian-25 on its way to orbit, Jan. 6, 2025. Credit: Ourspace HELSINKI — China is expanding its presence and capabilities in the strategically vital ...
Scientific American

Low-Earth Orbit Faces a Spiraling Debris Threat

Space is getting crowded, with junk. Essential satellites delivering navigation, weather forecasts, the Internet and other services face this threat daily. Old rockets, decaying spacecraft and human ...
CNN

What is ‘Kessler Syndrome’ — and why do some scientists think the space disaster scenario has already started?

Sign up for CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. As a piece of ...