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A new rocket, sea launches and more: Chinese company CAS Space is thinking big

CAS Space is preparing to launch its first liquid propellant rocket, the Kinetica 2, carrying a prototype cargo spacecraft — the latest sign of China's accelerating commercial launch sector.

Space

China expands rare-earth export controls, creating risks for PC component supply — Beijing tightens grip on materials for HDDs and more to protect national security

China has expanded its export controls on rare-earth elements, adding new items to a growing list of restricted materials and processing technologies.

Tom’s Hardware

Satellites detected strange gravity signal coming from deep within Earth almost 20 years ago, study reveals

Researchers have discovered there was an anomaly in Earth's gravitational field between 2006 and 2008, potentially caused by a mineral shift deep within Earth's mantle. GRACE satellites detected a strange gravity signal at the time.

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Elon Musk’s Starlink satellites are falling to Earth at an alarming rate

An average of one to two Starlink satellites are deorbiting each day in 2025

The Independent UK

How one scientist's wide-eyed dream of giant space cities was crushed by reality

As part of World Space Week, which is highlighting the theme of living in space, we look at one scientist's dream of gigantic space habitats.

Space

China tightens grip on rare earths export amid US trade tensions

Sweeping restrictions mark first expansion of Beijing’s jurisdiction over its materials used abroad

The Independent UK

China Tightens Grip On Rare Earth Exports To Protect 'National Security' As Tech Giants Brace For Impact

China tightened its grip on the export of rare earth minerals and related technologies, escalating tensions with Washington ahead of an expected meeting between President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping later this month. China Says New Rules To Protect ‘National Security’ Foreign companies will need approval to export…

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'We are concerned' as China restricts exports of rare earths, EU Commission says

A freshly announced list of rare earth restrictions from China sparked the Commission's reaction, spokespeople saying the European Commission is 'studying the details'.

Euronews

China outlines more controls on exports of rare earths and technology

China has outlined new curbs on exports of rare earths and related technologies, extending controls over the use of the elements critical for many products

The Independent UK

New Met Office ‘breakthrough’ weather model to deliver more accurate forecasts

The Met Office has new technology which can forecast how space weather will impact conditions in the ionosphere and thermosphere

The Independent UK

Who has the savvy and skills to win elite races at 2025 UCI Gravel World Championships? A look at the contenders

The fourth edition for gravel gold favours punchy riders on compact, hilly course with roads used by Amstel Gold Race

Cycling News

Scientists track ‘dust devils’ bouncing around on surface of Mars

Tornado-like whirlwinds shows that winds can rage at up to 160 kilometres per hour

The Independent UK

Chinese space station astronauts feast on spicy lamb, mooncakes for mid-autumn festival (video)

The crew on the Chinese Tiangong space station enjoyed tasty treats for mid-Autumn festival while spending time looking at the Earth below them.

Space

New comet Lemmon could shine bright enough to be seen with the naked eye this October

This newly discovered comet could soon glow bright enough for the naked eye as it sweeps through October's morning and evening skies.

Space

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In space, everyone can hear you scream: Why sound design was 'Alien: Earth's breakout star

How memorable sound effects elevated "Alien: Earth to the next level.

Benzinga

Critical Metals (CRML) Stock Is Surging Wednesday: What's Going On?

Shares of Critical Metals Corp (NASDAQ:CRML) are trading sharply higher Wednesday morning. The surge follows the announcement of an offtake agreement with REalloys, a U.S.-based rare earth processor. Here’s what investors need to know.

Space

Blue Origin launches 6 'Space Nomads,' including mystery passenger, on suborbital space tourist flight (video)

Blue Origin launched its 15th space tourism mission today (Oct. 8), sending six people on a brief trip to the final frontier.

The Conversation

Geothermal energy has huge potential to generate clean power – including from used oil and gas wells

As energy use rises and the planet warms, you might have dreamed of an energy source that works 24/7, rain or shine, quietly powering homes, industries and even entire cities without the ups and downs of solar or wind – and with little contribution to climate change.

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Near-Earth asteroid zooms past Antarctica | Space photo of the day for Oct. 8, 2025

A newly discovered asteroid, 2025 TF, skimmed past Earth closer than many satellites and was photographed by the Catalina Sky Survey and ESA's planetary defense programs.

The Independent UK

Asteroid zooms past Earth unnoticed in ‘one of the closest approaches ever’

Asteroid came as close as 430 km (265 miles) from Earth’s surface, within the orbit of most satellites

The Guardian - UK

3/I Atlas: a rare comet from beyond our solar system is being closely tracked – what can it teach us?

Only the third interstellar comet ever to be seen contains material from other star systems that can be observed close up

Space

6,000 and counting: The next 30 years in the search for exoplanets

After marking the 30th anniversary of the discovery of the first exoplanet around a sun-like star, we now look forward to what the next 30 years might offer.

Space

SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launches 28 Starlink satellites on its 29th-ever liftoff (video)

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched for the 29th time on Tuesday (Oct. 7), one shy of the company's reuse record.

Cinemablend

Scarlett Johansson Reacting To Becoming The Highest-Grossing Actress At The Box Office After Jurassic World: Rebirth Is So Down To Earth

Johansson continues to play it cool on and off set.

Latin Times

Miami Man Arrested After Claiming He Was "Put on This Earth to Kill Venezuelans" As Tensions Heighten Over Anti‑Venezuelan Rhetoric

Miami authorities arrested Gonzalo González, a 57‑year‑old man, after he allegedly brandished a gun inside a grocery store and declared that he had been "put on this earth to kill Venezuelans." The suspect, who reportedly threatened law enforcement and Venezuelan nationals on site, now faces charges that could carry severe…

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