Space Exploration & Science Missions  
Space.com • Samantha Mathewson

New exoplanet “atmosphere retention” screening model targets rocky, long-lived worlds for habitability follow-up

Researchers propose an exoplanet model that estimates whether rocky worlds can retain atmospheres over geologic timescales. The approach aims to narrow targets for biosignature-oriented campaigns by prioritizing planets whose atmospheric survival improves the odds of later detections.

2026-06-23T06:02:42.277010-07:00
Space Force   AI   Moon   Human Spaceflight & Space Stations   Space Policy & International Cooperation   Space Defense & Militarization   Policy & Regulation   Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact  
SpaceNews.com • Sandra Erwin

Report: U.S. needs framework for responding to hostile acts in space

By SpaceNews.com: Mitchell Institute workshop participants found little consensus on where competition ends and conflict begins as China expands counterspace June 23, 2026.

Also: The Space Review, Air & Space Forces Mag and National Defense
2026-06-23T03:13:00.994667-07:00
Event   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Space Exploration & Science Missions   Commercial Space  
Ars Technica • Stephen Clark

With Starfall, SpaceX eyes an edge in global cargo delivery from orbit

By Ars Technica: The purpose of Starfall is to support the "transport and delivery of goods through space.".

Also: Seeking Alpha, keeptrack.space and talkoftitusville.com
2026-06-22T22:40:31.194852-07:00
Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Commercial Space   Export Controls & Trade Compliance  
Reuters • Joey Roulette

Firefly Aerospace expected to secure $110 million US EXIM loan, document shows

By Reuters: Rocket and spacecraft maker Firefly Aerospace is expected to secure a $110 million U.S. Export-Import Bank (EXIM) loan that would help fund the company's ​expansion of spacecraft production facilities in Texas, according to a document ‌reviewed by Reuters.

2026-06-22T22:58:14.165752-07:00