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China previews Xuntian 2‑meter space telescope with mock observations ahead of 2027 launch

China has published mock observations demonstrating the performance of Xuntian, a 2‑meter‑class space telescope designed to operate near its space station, as the program advances toward a planned 2027 launch. The tests aim to validate imaging capability and science readiness ahead of final integration.

2026-01-19T08:05:33.624949-08:00

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Massive CME to strike within 24 hours — auroras possible across 24 US states

2026-01-19T07:27:30.138704-08:00

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Living Worlds Working Group white paper: HWO must deliver extreme SNR and tight instrument specs to meet Decadal goals

2026-01-19T05:51:12.560661-08:00

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Space Force ends 'Resilient GPS' satellite program

2026-01-19T05:12:20.070832-08:00

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China previews Xuntian 2‑meter space telescope with mock observations ahead of 2027 launch China has published mock observations demonstrating the performance of Xuntian, a 2‑meter‑class space telescope designed to operate near its space station, as the program advances toward a planned 2027 launch. The tests aim to validate imaging capability and science readiness ahead of final integration.

2026-01-19T08:05:33.624949-08:00

China previews Xuntian 2‑meter space telescope with mock observations ahead of 2027 launch

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Massive CME to strike within 24 hours — auroras possible across 24 US states A massive coronal mass ejection is forecast to impact Earth within 24 hours, with auroras expected across as many as 24 U.S. states from Alaska to Colorado tonight. Space‑weather forecasters are tracking the incoming CME as it approaches the magnetosphere.

2026-01-19T07:27:30.138704-08:00

Massive CME to strike within 24 hours — auroras possible across 24 US states

Universe Today

Living Worlds Working Group white paper: HWO must deliver extreme SNR and tight instrument specs to meet Decadal goals A Living Worlds Working Group white paper (preprint on arXiv) argues NASA’s Habitable Worlds Observatory must deliver extremely high signal-to-noise ratios and tightly specified instrumentation and systems to satisfy the Decadal Survey’s exoplanet-imaging objectives; the paper maps the trade-offs driving early mission design and cost.

2026-01-19T05:51:12.560661-08:00

Living Worlds Working Group white paper: HWO must deliver extreme SNR and tight instrument specs to meet Decadal goals

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Space Force ends 'Resilient GPS' satellite program The U.S. Space Force has ended its 'Resilient GPS' satellite program, canceling a planned effort to field a hardened backup navigation constellation aimed at improving resilience to jamming and spoofing. The cancellation shifts the burden for secure positioning, navigation and timing to existing GPS assets and alternative PNT programs.

2026-01-19T05:12:20.070832-08:00

Space Force ends 'Resilient GPS' satellite program

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Ukraine expands access to ICEYE high‑resolution SAR imagery under new MoD agreement Ukraine and Finland‑based ICEYE have signed an expanded agreement giving a Ministry of Defence customer broader access to ICEYE’s high‑resolution SAR satellite imagery, delivering day‑night, all‑weather tactical intelligence. The move deepens Europe’s space‑based ISR backing for Ukrainian operations as ICEYE scales tasking.

2026-01-19T04:07:39.813552-08:00

Ukraine expands access to ICEYE high‑resolution SAR imagery under new MoD agreement

Space.com

X‑class solar flare sends fast CME toward Earth; aurora surge likely within 24 hours An X‑class solar flare has launched a large coronal mass ejection toward Earth, with forecasters estimating possible impact within 24 hours. Space‑weather models predict enhanced auroral activity tonight (Jan. 19), raising odds of vivid northern‑lights displays at high and mid‑latitude locations.

2026-01-19T03:07:40.503752-08:00

X‑class solar flare sends fast CME toward Earth; aurora surge likely within 24 hours

Reuters

Global space investment set to rise in 2026 as defense satellite spending and launch-capacity bets accelerate Investment firm Seraphim Space says global investment in space technology will increase in 2026, driven by rising government spending on defense-linked satellite systems and renewed private-sector bets on launch capacity. The forecast highlights growing capital flows into military-oriented satellites and commercial launch ventures.

2026-01-19T02:36:16.963832-08:00

Global space investment set to rise in 2026 as defense satellite spending and launch-capacity bets accelerate

SpaceWatch Global

Pax Technologica: The Industrial Era of Space Travel Space travel is entering an industrial era, moving from bespoke missions to routine, scalable services. That transition emphasizes production lines, on‑orbit manufacturing, reusable vehicles and commercial stations, forcing firms and governments to adapt procurement, supply chains and operational models across civil, commercial and defense space.

2026-01-19T02:13:43.542128-08:00

Pax Technologica: The Industrial Era of Space Travel

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China previews Xuntian 2‑meter space telescope with mock observations ahead of 2027 launch

Massive CME to strike within 24 hours — auroras possible across 24 US states

Living Worlds Working Group white paper: HWO must deliver extreme SNR and tight instrument specs to meet Decadal goals

Space Force ends 'Resilient GPS' satellite program

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