The U.S. Department of Defense invests $13.5 billion in SpaceX, ULA, and Blue Origin to bolster American space defense and launch critical military and intelligence operations. The contracts, part of the National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 3 Lane 2 initiative, mark the first time three companies share Pentagon space launch contracts, highlighting a strategic […]
SpaceX and United Launch Alliance (ULA) compete for U.S. Space Force contracts to launch high-security military satellites. The contracts, potentially worth billions, emphasize reliability and cost-efficiency in deploying payloads into orbit. SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, is renowned for its innovative Falcon 9 rocket and aims for interplanetary travel. ULA, a partnership between Boeing and […]
The SpaceX Fram2 mission featured novice astronauts from diverse backgrounds, led by crypto billionaire Chun Wang. The mission’s crew included a Norwegian cinematographer, an Australian adventurer, and a German robotics expert, highlighting a cosmopolitan blend of skills and experience. Groundbreaking experiments included the first X-ray in space, EEG brain wave mapping, and fluid dynamics research […]
Olivia Munn questions a Blue Origin mission’s relevance amidst earthly issues, sparking public debate. The mission features celebrities and scientists, including Katy Perry and Aisha Bowe, on an 11-minute space trip. Blue Origin aims to democratize space travel, but high costs limit accessibility, raising concerns about priorities. Munn highlights the need to balance space exploration […]
Blue Origin is set to launch its first all-female crew into space on April 14, featuring notable figures like Lauren Sánchez and Gayle King. Olivia Munn critiques the mission as prioritizing spectacle over practical benefits, amid global crises like rising egg prices. Munn’s concerns highlight the tension between space tourism’s allure and pressing Earthly challenges. […]
Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket launch, NS-31, features an all-female crew, marking a historic milestone in space exploration. This mission, orchestrated by Jeff Bezos, aims to reach the Karman Line, the boundary of Earth’s atmosphere and outer space. Notable crew members include pop star Katy Perry, STEM advocate Aisha Bowe, bioastronautics researcher Amanda Nguyen, journalist […]
Katy Perry joins an all-female crew for a groundbreaking mission with Blue Origin, highlighting gender representation in space. The diverse team includes CBS’s Gayle King, aerospace engineer Aisha Bowe, activist Amanda Nguyen, producer Kerianne Flynn, and Lauren Sánchez. This mission is a testament that femininity and scientific prowess coexist harmoniously, redefining astronaut archetypes. The 11-minute […]
The current conflict between SpaceX and Apple centers on control over valuable satellite frequencies, impacting global connectivity. SpaceX aims to block Globalstar, supported by Apple, from expanding its satellite frequency usage, which could affect Apple devices’ connectivity features. Both companies sought to partner on satellite communications, but diverging interests led Apple to pursue other alliances, […]