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India's space agency is set to launch again on September 4 after pausing missions to solve technical problems. The successful comeback could restore confidence in one of the world's most reliable space programs.
A new European weather satellite just reached orbit, bringing technology that can map Earth fast enough to help prevent floods and wildfires before they devastate communities. The launch marks Europe's return to the forefront of space innovation with a smarter, faster rocket system.
A New Zealand rocket just delivered another eye in the sky that can see through clouds and darkness. Japan's growing satellite network is getting closer to providing real-time Earth images to users worldwide.
A Japanese Earth-observing satellite reached orbit early Wednesday morning aboard a Rocket Lab rocket, marking another milestone in building a 36-satellite constellation that will monitor our planet around the clock. The launch succeeded after a last-second abort delayed the mission by five weeks.
India's Skyroot Aerospace just made history with its Vikram-1 rocket reaching orbit on its first try, carrying paying customers and a space cleanup drone. The country is now only the third nation with a thriving private space industry alongside China and the US.
South Korea just launched its second advanced Earth-observation satellite, marking a major leap toward space independence. The homegrown technology will help monitor disasters and improve agriculture while strengthening the nation's satellite capabilities.
South Korea successfully launched its next-generation Earth observation satellite aboard SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket, advancing the nation's ability to manage disasters and protect its citizens. The achievement marks a major step forward in South Korea's growing space technology sector.
A single SpaceX rocket booster just completed its 14th successful launch and landing, proving reusable spaceflight is becoming routine. The veteran booster delivered a massive TV satellite to orbit before touching down perfectly on an ocean platform.
Rocket Lab just pulled off its 81st successful launch and second mission in eight days, sending South Korea's NEONSAT-1A satellite into orbit. The California-based company is ramping up its launch pace to help countries monitor disasters and keep people safer from space.
