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SpaceNews.com • Jason Rainbow

UK eyes Vast Haven-1 mission for John McFall, targeting first astronaut with a physical disability to live in orbit

The UK government is exploring a mission for British astronaut John McFall aboard Vast’s planned Haven-1 small commercial space station. The effort is based on a government-to-company agreement and is framed as a potential first—having a person with a physical disability live in orbit—targeting a timeline of 2027.

Also: The Guardian, gov.uk and news.ssbcrack.com
2026-06-02T05:56:37.063884-07:00
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Via Satellite • Helen Mendonca

The Earth Observation Market and Regulation: Instruments for Growth

By Via Satellite: Satellite Earth Observation (EO) is increasingly recognized as a strategic instrument for meeting Europe’s defense needs and for ensuring the green and digital transitions.

2026-06-02T06:42:35.511099-07:00
Satellite   Aviation Safety & Regulation   Space Debris & Traffic Management   Policy & Regulation   Sustainability & Climate Initiatives  
SpaceNews.com • Leonard David

Researchers call for regulations to protect low Earth orbit environment

By SpaceNews.com: BOULDER, Colorado — Researchers are calling for increased attention and better protection against the rising introduction of exotic materials into Earth’s atmosphere from satellite and space hardware re-entry, especially in an era of megaconstellations.

Also: SpaceQ and zmescience.com
2026-06-02T04:11:18.804791-07:00