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A mysterious object accelerating toward Earth has scientists debating whether it's a lost Soviet probe from the Cold War era.
NASA's Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory re-entered Earth's atmosphere above Indonesia after nearly 22 years in orbit.
Earth orbit faces a growing crisis as millions of pieces of space junk circle the planet at speeds exceeding 17,000 mph.
A 3,200-pound NASA space telescope is plunging back to Earth after two decades in orbit studying cosmic explosions.
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NASA's Swift Observatory, a truck-sized space telescope, is predicted to re-enter Earth's atmosphere and crash this week.
An aging NASA space telescope is plunging back to Earth this week, with calculated risks of harm to people.
NASA's 22-year-old Swift space telescope is plunging back to Earth following a failed rescue mission to maintain its orbit.
NASA's Swift space telescope is plunging back to Earth after 22 years in orbit following a failed rescue attempt.
The United Kingdom is investing £61 million in a specialized mission to remove defunct satellites from Earth's orbit.
Atomic-6 space armor achieves its orbital debut on the Starburst-1 spacecraft to counter fast-moving debris.
Indonesia investigates suspected Chinese rocket debris falling on palm oil plantations twice within days.
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A defunct NASA telescope is careening down toward Earth following a failed rescue mission, sparking widespread tracking and coverage.
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A Cold War-era U.S. spy satellite named FARRAH III has mysteriously broken apart in orbit 775 km above Earth after 38 years of operation.
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A newly released European report warns of severe orbital collision risks as space debris accumulation drives an emerging cleanup rush.
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Chinese researchers have developed a water-filled aluminum shield mimicking an eggshell to protect spacecraft from high-speed space debris impacts.
Chinese researchers discover an eggshell-inspired aluminum material that offers significant protection from space debris.
Two ESA Cluster satellites have completed their final reentry into Earth's atmosphere, marking the end of a 26-year scientific mission.
A SpaceX rocket stage crash on the Moon has sparked concerns regarding operational risks and the potential for lunar debris accumulation.
NASA is preparing to study asteroid Apophis during its unprecedentedly close approach to Earth in April 2029.
South Korea's Danuri orbiter has captured the first images of a new lunar crater created by a crashing SpaceX rocket.
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Global tracking data and historical analysis highlight rising concerns over falling space junk across multiple nations.
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An increasing volume of orbital debris is returning to Earth weekly, prompting urgent calls for new orbital mitigation frameworks.
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A 9,000‑pound SpaceX Falcon 9 booster, traveling 5,400 mph, is set to strike the Moon this Wednesday, sparking worldwide observation.
Scientists are preparing to observe a rare artificial collision as a piece of SpaceX rocket debris is set to crash into the moon in August.
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Astronomers have identified a hidden swarm of small space debris in a high-traffic orbit, creating a 'potential minefield' for expensive satellites.
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The Australian Space Agency has identified six metallic spheres found on Queensland beaches as likely debris from a foreign rocket body.
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A SpaceX rocket stage is projected to impact the lunar surface this August, sparking a debate over the rise of space debris in the lunar environment.
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NASA’s Katalyst mission aims to extend Swift spacecraft’s lifespan—with Hubble’s future in the crosshairs