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Last Updated: Sunday, June 22, 2025, 2:32 PM PDT

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SpaceNews.comAndrew Jones

China launches ChinaSat-9C geostationary communications satellite

By SpaceNews.com: China launches ChinaSat-9C geostationary communications satellite China launched the ChinaSat-9C communications satellite Friday to replace an aging, foreign-built predecessor and boost domestic broadcasting capabilities.

2025-06-22T11:22:26.555121-07:00
GeekWireAlan Boyle

Rubin Observatory Hosts Grand Opening to Unveil First Scientific Images

By GeekWire: After more than 20 years of planning and construction, the Vera C. Rubin Observatory is ready for its grand opening, and the world is invited.

2025-06-22T11:16:37.120092-07:00
Wall Street Journal

SpaceX’s Latest Starship Prototype Explodes in Fireball During Texas Engine Test

By Wall Street Journal: SpaceX's latest Starship exploded into a giant fireball during an engine test on June 18 at the company's Texas facility. The company blamed a "major anomaly" and said all personnel were safe.

2025-06-20T02:39:32.840458-07:00