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Universe Today • Mark Thompson

Russia relaunches from repaired Baikonur pad after November collapse

Russia has returned to orbit from the Baikonur pad that structurally collapsed last November, completing repairs and launching a fresh cargo mission. The flight restores a key ground capability, but Moscow's space programme still faces reputational and operational questions about its long-term recovery.

2026-03-25T10:09:40.696531-07:00
LEO   Space Exploration & Science Missions   Commercial Space   Space Policy & International Cooperation   NASA  
SpaceNews.com • Jeff Foust

NASA Proposes Revamped Strategy for Commercial LEO Space Stations as Market Development Lags

By SpaceNews.com: NASA, concerned about slow development of commercial markets, is considering revamping its strategy for the creation of commercial space stations.

Also: The Independent, orbitaltoday.com and Scientific American
2026-03-25T06:10:23.971977-07:00
Satellite   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Commercial Space   Policy & Regulation  
Reuters

SpaceX aims to file for IPO as soon as this week, The Information reports

By Reuters: SpaceX is aiming to file its initial public offering prospectus with regulators later this week or next week, The Information reported on Tuesday, citing a person with direct knowledge of the plans.

2026-03-25T04:15:37.878121-07:00