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Space force commander's plan to root out DEI training in US military

Lohmeier aims to eliminate DEI training from the military to focus on apolitical warfighting.

Space Force Obtains Three "Space Cowboys"

Space Force members earned the title "space cowboys" by completing combat and physical training exercises in El Paso, Texas.

Space force commander's plan to root out DEI training in US military

Lohmeier aims to eliminate DEI training from the military to focus on apolitical warfighting.

Space Force Obtains Three "Space Cowboys"

Space Force members earned the title "space cowboys" by completing combat and physical training exercises in El Paso, Texas.
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Watch Space Force's top secret spaceplane perform orbital maneuver

The Pentagon's X-37B uses a new aerobraking maneuver to adjust its orbit while conserving propellant, showcasing advanced space technology.

Mysterious US spaceship executing unprecedented maneuvers above Earth: 'National security missions in space'

The X-37B's innovative aerobraking maneuvers demonstrate advancements in fuel efficiency and space debris management.
The USSF aims to showcase national security capabilities through unprecedented flight maneuvers of the X-37B.

Secretive X-37B space plane set for new orbital maneuver

The X-37B's seventh mission marks a pivotal moment with its first aerobraking maneuver, enhancing the Space Force's operational capacity in space.

The Space Force's Top-Secret Spaceplane Is About to Do a Sick Stunt

The X-37B spaceplane is set to perform significant aerobraking maneuvers to enhance its orbit and fuel efficiency during its current mission.

The US military's X-37B spaceplane is preparing for a "novel space maneuver"

The secrecy surrounding the X-37B spaceplane enhances strategic military advantages by confusing adversaries about its exact location and activities.

The US military's spaceplane is about to fly again-it needs a bigger rocket

A SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket is set to launch with the US military's X-37B spaceplane onboard, heading into an unusual orbit.
The X-37B's flight will reach a higher altitude than previous missions and will take a flight path over Earth's polar regions.

Watch Space Force's top secret spaceplane perform orbital maneuver

The Pentagon's X-37B uses a new aerobraking maneuver to adjust its orbit while conserving propellant, showcasing advanced space technology.

Mysterious US spaceship executing unprecedented maneuvers above Earth: 'National security missions in space'

The X-37B's innovative aerobraking maneuvers demonstrate advancements in fuel efficiency and space debris management.
The USSF aims to showcase national security capabilities through unprecedented flight maneuvers of the X-37B.

Secretive X-37B space plane set for new orbital maneuver

The X-37B's seventh mission marks a pivotal moment with its first aerobraking maneuver, enhancing the Space Force's operational capacity in space.

The Space Force's Top-Secret Spaceplane Is About to Do a Sick Stunt

The X-37B spaceplane is set to perform significant aerobraking maneuvers to enhance its orbit and fuel efficiency during its current mission.

The US military's X-37B spaceplane is preparing for a "novel space maneuver"

The secrecy surrounding the X-37B spaceplane enhances strategic military advantages by confusing adversaries about its exact location and activities.

The US military's spaceplane is about to fly again-it needs a bigger rocket

A SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket is set to launch with the US military's X-37B spaceplane onboard, heading into an unusual orbit.
The X-37B's flight will reach a higher altitude than previous missions and will take a flight path over Earth's polar regions.
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While ULA studies Vulcan booster anomaly, it's also investigating fairing issues

The Vulcan and Atlas V share payload fairings, with substantial manufacturing similarities, highlighting advancements in rocket technology.
The Vulcan rocket successfully compensated for a nozzle failure during its test flight, leading to confidence in its operational status.
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SpaceX prevails over ULA, wins military launch contracts worth $733 million

SpaceX won all eight Lane 1 missions for the Space Force, highlighting its dominance in military launch capabilities.

ULA's second Vulcan rocket lost part of its booster and kept going

The Vulcan rocket's second test flight was key for certifying it for military missions, despite a minor anomaly with one booster.

After nozzle failure, Space Force is "assessing" impacts to Vulcan schedule

The Vulcan rocket has successfully begun certification for military missions with promising test flight results, overcoming mechanical issues.

SpaceX prevails over ULA, wins military launch contracts worth $733 million

SpaceX won all eight Lane 1 missions for the Space Force, highlighting its dominance in military launch capabilities.

ULA's second Vulcan rocket lost part of its booster and kept going

The Vulcan rocket's second test flight was key for certifying it for military missions, despite a minor anomaly with one booster.

After nozzle failure, Space Force is "assessing" impacts to Vulcan schedule

The Vulcan rocket has successfully begun certification for military missions with promising test flight results, overcoming mechanical issues.
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A satellite made by Boeing just fell apart in space

Boeing's communications satellite, Intelsat 33e, has been declared a total loss after an anomaly caused it to disintegrate in orbit.
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Space Superiority Is the Next Military Frontier

Space Force aims for space superiority, safeguarding orbital assets and securing crucial information flows.

The First Space War Has Already Been Fought

The Gulf War marked the first significant use of satellites in warfare, establishing a foundation for future military operations in space.

Space Superiority Is the Next Military Frontier

Space Force aims for space superiority, safeguarding orbital assets and securing crucial information flows.

The First Space War Has Already Been Fought

The Gulf War marked the first significant use of satellites in warfare, establishing a foundation for future military operations in space.
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Industry 'hamstrung' by Space Force-intel community's turf war

Space Force's initiatives highlight the need for cooperation with commercial satellite providers to enhance military intelligence capabilities.

This State is a Hub For the Newest Branch of the US Military

The Department of Defense is the largest employer in the U.S., with over 2.5 million employees.
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Impulse Space lands Space Force contract for "tactically responsive" orbital operations | TechCrunch

Impulse Space has secured a $34.5 million contract to conduct two missions aimed at enhancing military responsiveness in space.

Space Force aims to track enemy aircraft with satellites by 2030s

The Space Force plans to deploy tracking satellites for aerial and ground targets by early 2030s amid resource constraints.

Impulse Space lands Space Force contract for "tactically responsive" orbital operations | TechCrunch

Impulse Space has secured a $34.5 million contract to conduct two missions aimed at enhancing military responsiveness in space.

Space Force aims to track enemy aircraft with satellites by 2030s

The Space Force plans to deploy tracking satellites for aerial and ground targets by early 2030s amid resource constraints.
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Military GPS modernization way behind schedule, audit finds

US military's GPS modernization efforts face significant risks due to delays and development challenges, threatening secure satellite operations.

Space Force Vs Air Force Comparison

The United States Space Force plays a crucial role in future military security, emphasizing the significance of 'space superiority' in modern conflicts.

Military GPS modernization way behind schedule, audit finds

US military's GPS modernization efforts face significant risks due to delays and development challenges, threatening secure satellite operations.

Space Force Vs Air Force Comparison

The United States Space Force plays a crucial role in future military security, emphasizing the significance of 'space superiority' in modern conflicts.
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A Space Force Guardian Is Bringing Stranded Boeing Astronauts Home

Col. Nick Hague will be the first active-duty Space Force Guardian to fly into space for a rescue mission.

Military rejects demand to mitigate effects of sonic booms, rocket launches off California coast

Military officials are resisting state agency demands for increased monitoring and mitigation of rocket launches and sonic booms at Vandenberg Space Force Base, sparking tension and frustration.

A Space Force Guardian Is Bringing Stranded Boeing Astronauts Home

Col. Nick Hague will be the first active-duty Space Force Guardian to fly into space for a rescue mission.

Military rejects demand to mitigate effects of sonic booms, rocket launches off California coast

Military officials are resisting state agency demands for increased monitoring and mitigation of rocket launches and sonic booms at Vandenberg Space Force Base, sparking tension and frustration.
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Trump Promises to Expand Space Force And Build An Iron Dome' Missile Shield Around Our Nation'

Trump proposes the creation of a Space National Guard to support the Space Force.
Trump reflects on NATO's financial contributions and military commitments.

Stoke Space's initial launch plans at Cape Canaveral take shape | TechCrunch

Stoke Space aims to build the first fully reusable rocket, Nova, initiating operations by 2025.
The environmental assessment process is crucial for evaluating launch plans and potential impacts.

We take a stab at decoding SpaceX's ever-changing plans for Starship in Florida

Dual environmental reviews initiated by FAA and Space Force for SpaceX's Starship launch sites in Florida may delay Elon Musk's goal of operational Starship launches by 2025.

Gravitics to develop 'tactically responsive' orbital platforms for the Space Force | TechCrunch

Gravitics scored a $1.7 million contract from the U.S. Space Force to enable responsive space missions.

Space Force tees up new 'responsive space' mission from Rocket Lab and True Anomaly | TechCrunch

Commercial companies Rocket Lab and True Anomaly are set to deliver and operate space hardware for the military under tight timeframes as part of the Space Force's strategic approach.

US Military Commander Worries China Could Launch Attack From Moon

Growing concerns over China's use of Moon for potential attacks
Space Force focusing on new attack vectors in xGEO and cislunar space

Why the Space Force needs its own JAG Corps

The Space Force lacks its own judge advocate unit, despite needing specialized lawyers.
Having its own lawyers would ensure tailored legal advice for the unique challenges of the Space Force.

SpaceX launches military satellites tuned to track hypersonic missiles

SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched prototype satellites for the Missile Defense Agency and missile tracking satellites for the US Space Force.
The satellites are designed to track hypersonic missiles from countries like China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea.
Hypersonic missiles are smaller, more maneuverable, and difficult to track compared to conventional ballistic missiles.

The Space Force is changing the way it thinks about spaceports

Ground infrastructure is crucial for successful rocket launches and needs upgrades.
The Biden administration is requesting $1.3 billion to revamp infrastructure at the Space Force's ranges.
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NASA delays flight of Boeing's Starliner again, this time for parachutes

NASA and Boeing announced Wednesday that the first crewed flight of the Starliner spacecraft will now take place no earlier than July 21.This moves the vehicle's flight, carrying NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, from the previously announced timeframe of April.The manager of NASA's Commercial Crew program, Steve Stich, said the delay was attributable to the extra time needed to close out the pre-flight review process of Starliner and also due to traffic from other vehicles visiting the space station in June and the first half of July.

Space station discarded some trash. It rained fire in California's sky

Jeff Watters and his friends weren't sure what to think of the streaking lights that dashed across the Sacramento night sky late Friday.About seven meteor-like blazes appeared to dart by around 9:30 p.m., diverting attention from ongoing St. Patrick's Day revelry, as evidenced by video that Watters took.

NASA delays flight of Boeing's Starliner again, this time for parachutes

NASA and Boeing announced Wednesday that the first crewed flight of the Starliner spacecraft will now take place no earlier than July 21.This moves the vehicle's flight, carrying NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, from the previously announced timeframe of April.The manager of NASA's Commercial Crew program, Steve Stich, said the delay was attributable to the extra time needed to close out the pre-flight review process of Starliner and also due to traffic from other vehicles visiting the space station in June and the first half of July.

Space station discarded some trash. It rained fire in California's sky

Jeff Watters and his friends weren't sure what to think of the streaking lights that dashed across the Sacramento night sky late Friday.About seven meteor-like blazes appeared to dart by around 9:30 p.m., diverting attention from ongoing St. Patrick's Day revelry, as evidenced by video that Watters took.
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Rocket Report: SpaceX's Super Heavy is lit, court strikes down Georgia spaceport

Welcome to Edition 5.25 of the Rocket Report!On Thursday afternoon much of the space world was tuned into South Texas, where SpaceX conducted what appeared to be a successful static-fire test of its Super Heavy rocket.This was a critical step on the pathway to a much-anticipated orbital flight test of Starship this spring.

SpaceX's most powerful rocket returns to flight and nails synchronized landing

Sign up for CNN's Wonder Theory science newsletter.Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket, the towering launch vehicle known for its boosters' aerial acrobatics and synchronized landings when returning to Earth, took to the skies Sunday, delivering national security payloads to orbit for the US military.

Rocket Report: SpaceX's Super Heavy is lit, court strikes down Georgia spaceport

Welcome to Edition 5.25 of the Rocket Report!On Thursday afternoon much of the space world was tuned into South Texas, where SpaceX conducted what appeared to be a successful static-fire test of its Super Heavy rocket.This was a critical step on the pathway to a much-anticipated orbital flight test of Starship this spring.

SpaceX's most powerful rocket returns to flight and nails synchronized landing

Sign up for CNN's Wonder Theory science newsletter.Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more.SpaceX's Falcon Heavy rocket, the towering launch vehicle known for its boosters' aerial acrobatics and synchronized landings when returning to Earth, took to the skies Sunday, delivering national security payloads to orbit for the US military.
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Late Night Recaps Rihanna's Super Bowl Halftime Surprise

Welcome to Best of Late Night, a rundown of the previous night's highlights that lets you sleep and lets us get paid to watch comedy.Here are the 50 best movies on Netflix right now.Rihanna's Super Bowl halftime show was popular with late-night hosts on Monday, who praised the pop star for performing while pregnant.

Lawmaker 'definitely' considering value of independent Cyber Force, but wants more study

WASHINGTON - A key lawmaker says his subcommittee will consider the idea of having a Space Force-like independent cyber military service, but he said he wants to study the idea more to make sure it wouldn't complicate the challenging mission further.The idea was floated on Thursday by Mark Montgomery, senior director of the Center on Cyber Technology and Innovation at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, who told the House Armed Services Committee's (HASC) cyber, innovative technologies and information systems (CITI) subcommittee that it needs to examine "if the current design of the Cyber Mission Force is what we need for the 21st century, or should we be considering an independent cyber force as we've recently done with the Space Force."

Late Night Recaps Rihanna's Super Bowl Halftime Surprise

Welcome to Best of Late Night, a rundown of the previous night's highlights that lets you sleep and lets us get paid to watch comedy.Here are the 50 best movies on Netflix right now.Rihanna's Super Bowl halftime show was popular with late-night hosts on Monday, who praised the pop star for performing while pregnant.

Lawmaker 'definitely' considering value of independent Cyber Force, but wants more study

WASHINGTON - A key lawmaker says his subcommittee will consider the idea of having a Space Force-like independent cyber military service, but he said he wants to study the idea more to make sure it wouldn't complicate the challenging mission further.The idea was floated on Thursday by Mark Montgomery, senior director of the Center on Cyber Technology and Innovation at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, who told the House Armed Services Committee's (HASC) cyber, innovative technologies and information systems (CITI) subcommittee that it needs to examine "if the current design of the Cyber Mission Force is what we need for the 21st century, or should we be considering an independent cyber force as we've recently done with the Space Force."
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NASA to test nuclear-powered spacecraft by 2027 DW 01/25/2023

NASA will partner with the US military's research and development agency, DARPA, to develop nuclear-powered rockets that could fly astronauts to Mars.NASA says it could allow spacecraft to travel faster, reduce transit time, and have other benefits such as increased payloads on missions.Administrator Bill Nelson said Tuesday that the US space agency could "develop and demonstrate advanced nuclear thermal propulsion technology as soon as 2027."

From start to finish, Sunday's Falcon Heavy launch delivered spectacular imagery

The Falcon Heavy rocket made its fifth launch in five years on Sunday evening from Florida.However, this was the first launch of the triple-core booster in twilight, and this rare evening light provided some spectacular new insights into the liftoff and return of the rocket.This post-sunset lighting can be seen in the introductory image above, which showcases reddish hues bouncing off the white cores and upper stage.

After doubling launch record in 2022, can SpaceX take another step up in 2023?

On the penultimate day of 2022, SpaceX completed its final launch of the year, boosting an Israeli optical satellite into low Earth orbit.This was the company's seventh launch in December and capped a year in which the Falcon family of rockets launched 61 times, all successful.All but one of these missions flew on the Falcon 9 rocket, and more than 90 percent of these flights were on a previously used booster.
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