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China's top-secret 'dragon' space plane just released another unidentified object over Earth

The Shenlong, or "divine dragon," space plane just deployed a mysterious payload above our planet. The top-secret spacecraft, which has never been properly photographed, has now released at least nine objects in low Earth orbit.

LiveScience

Rocket Lab launches US Space Force mission with less than 17 hours' notice — a new record

Rocket Lab launched the second satellite for the U.S. Space Force's Victus Haze mission, setting a new launch readiness record in the process. Now, the mission's two spacecraft are in a chase to rendezvous and perform "dynamic engagements with the other."

Space

US military test-launches nuclear-capable ICBM from California (photos)

The U.S. military test-launched an unarmed intercontinental ballistic missile from Vandenberg Space Force Base on May 20, 2026.

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Trump claims ‘most’ Iranians have same first name: ‘Muhammad something’

Trump’s comment was made as he spoke to Fox News’ Bret Baier about the U.S. Space Force’s ability to surveil Iranian nuclear sites

The Independent UK

US Space Force wants space-based missile interceptors for Golden Dome ready by 2028

The United States Space Force has created a new program to develop space-based missile interceptors, with the goal of being able to demonstrate their capability by 2028.

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'We need to deliver warfighting capability at a faster rate': US Space Force cancels Next Generation GPS project over 'extensive system issues' and an 'insurmountable' timeline

The US Space Force canceled the $6.27 billion OCX program after testing revealed critical failures, shifting focus to upgrading existing GPS systems.

TechRadar

Leaked Space Force Document Reveals Pentagon Guidance to Satellite Firms, Restricted Public Imagery

A leaked document reveals how the US Space Force directs private satellite companies to limit public access to imagery of the Iran conflict, impacting open-source intelligence.

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US Space Force moves GPS launch to SpaceX Falcon 9 due to Vulcan rocket glitch

The U.S. Space Force has swapped rockets for an upcoming GPS satellite launch, moving to a SpaceX Falcon 9 while the investigation into an anomaly with ULA's Vulcan Centaur continues.

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SpaceX launches advanced GPS satellite for US Space Force (video, photos)

SpaceX launched an advanced, jam-resistant GPS satellite for the U.S. Space Force from Florida on Tuesday night (Jan. 27).

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Space Force Guardians show off shiny new duds | Space photo of the day for Dec. 26, 2025

It marks the first time newly commissioned Space Force Guardians have graduated Officer Training School (OTS) wearing this uniform.

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Ghosts, sharks and Norse mythology: US Space Force unveils new names for satellites and space weapons

The U.S. Space Force unveiled the new naming scheme that it will use for its spacecraft and space-based weaponry, drawing inspiration from mythology and the natural world.

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Trump moves US Space Command to Alabama's 'Rocket City'

President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday (Sept. 2) that U.S. Space Command will be relocated from Colorado to Huntsville, Alabama.

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Relive SpaceX's nighttime launch of the X-37B space plane with these dazzling photos

SpaceX shared spectacular photos of its Falcon 9 night launch carrying the U.S. Space Force's X-37B space plane to orbit on Aug. 21, 2025.

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SpaceX launches Space Force's X-37B space plane on 8th mystery mission (video)

The U.S. Space Force's X-37B space plane lifted off atop a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket tonight (Aug. 21), carrying a variety of high-tech gear to Earth orbit.

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Watch SpaceX launch US Space Force's classified X-37B space plane today

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket will liftoff Thursday, Aug. 21, with the Boeing-built X-37B space plane for the U.S. Space Force. The mostly classified mission will study experimental technology in orbit.

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US Space Force's secretive X-37B space plane will test quantum alternative to GPS navigation

The U.S. Space Force's X-37B space plane will test a potential alternative to GPS that makes use of quantum science as a tool for navigation: a quantum inertial sensor.

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US Space Force's new deep space radar tracks multiple satellites 22,000 miles away in key test

The U.S. Space Force's powerful new military radar system designed to detect and track objects in distant orbits above Earth has passed an initial key test.

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Vulcan Centaur rocket to launch 1st national security mission on Aug. 12

United Launch Alliance's new Vulcan Centaur rocket will launch its first-ever national security mission on Aug. 12, if all goes according to plan.

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US Space Force’s mysterious X-37B space plane launching Aug. 21 to test quantum sensor and laser-communications tech

The U.S. Space Force plans to launch the eighth mission of its mysterious X-37B space plane on Aug. 21 atop a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. The flight will study experimental technology in orbit.

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Space Force's Golden Dome chief says space-based missile interceptors are possible today. 'We have proven every element of the physics'

The head of the Trump administration's Golden Dome program says the technologies needed to create such an ambitious space-based missile defense system already exist.

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Trump's 'One Big Beautiful Bill' gives US Space Force $1 billion for secretive X-37B space plane

U.S. President Trump's "One, Big Beautiful Bill Act," H.R. 1 includes $1 billion for the U.S. Space Force (USSF) X-37B military spacecraft program.

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US Space Force practices 'orbital warfare' in largest-ever training event

The United States Space Force is undertaking its largest training exercise ever, in order to demonstrate that it is "prepared to fight and win in space."

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Golden Dome: An aerospace engineer explains the proposed US-wide missile defense system

In May 2025, President Donald Trump announced a plan to build a missile defense system, called the Golden Dome. How exactly does it work?

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SpaceX launches advanced GPS satellite for US Space Force in record-short turnaround

SpaceX launched an advanced GPS satellite for the U.S. Space Force today (May 30), less than three months after getting the official go-ahead.

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U.S. Space Force general to lead Trump's $175 billion Golden Dome space defense program

U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled a plan for his ambitious "Golden Dome" missile defense shield this week, stating it will cost $175 billion and take some three years to develop.

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