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Female astronaut stands near large window overlooking sky at research facility.

Australia Seeks Space Leap with Astronaut Mission

Sending Australia's first female astronaut, Katherine Bennell-Pegg, to the International Space Station on a A$100 million mission with the European Space Agency could be a game-changer, inspiring a nation and unlocking new investment opportunities for the country's booming commercial space sector. The cost is steep, but the potential national benefits could far outweigh the expense.

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Technicians in a hangar with a rocket in the background at a Chinese space facility.

China's Lunar Ambitions Hit Snag with Chang'e-7 Delay

China's ambitious lunar plans have hit a roadblock with the sudden delay of its Chang'e-7 launch, a crucial mission to scout out a future research base on the Moon's south pole. The postponement throws a wrench into the country's quest to establish a foothold on the lunar surface and set the rules for future exploration.

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Space Shuttle Endeavour on display in vertical launch position at California Science Center.

California Science Center Unveils Space Shuttle Endeavour in Vertical Display

Get ready to blast off into an unforgettable experience as the California Science Center unveils the Space Shuttle Endeavour in a breathtaking, 20-story vertical display. For the first time ever, visitors will be able to see a complete, authentic space shuttle system in a launch position, featuring the orbiter, solid rocket boosters, and external tank all in one stunning exhibit.

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Technician standing near console in remote mountainous region with satellite equipment.

Pakistan's Satellite Launches Expose Kashmir Theatre Ambitions

Pakistan just made a bold move in the Kashmir theatre with the launch of its PRSC-EO3 satellite, which boasts an unusual 38-degree orbital tilt - a strategic departure from its previous launches. This daring maneuver hints at the country's growing ambitions in the region.

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Satellite on a launchpad with technical equipment and a rocket in the background.

Pakistan Completes Electro-Optical Satellite Constellation with PRSC-EO3 Launch

Pakistan has made history with the launch of its PRSC-EO3 satellite, marking a major milestone in the country's growing technical expertise and completing its Electro-Optical Satellite constellation. The successful launch from China’s Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center is a testament to Pakistan's expanding capabilities in space technology.

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Artist's rendering of a nuclear reactor powering a spacecraft.

Pentagon to Fast-Track Nuclear Space Power by 2031

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