Space Force   Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation   Space Exploration & Science Missions   Commercial Space  
NASA Spaceflight • Alejandro Alcantarilla Romera, Chris Bergin

SpaceX speeds Starship pad and ground‑system work at Starbase and Cape Canaveral ahead of 2026 flights

SpaceX is accelerating Starship ground‑infrastructure upgrades at Starbase and Cape Canaveral, advancing construction and integration to support planned 2026 orbital flights. Work at both sites shortens the critical path to orbital tests and signals growing pad capability for frequent heavy‑lift operations.

2026-01-13T14:11:09.329340-08:00
Satellite   M&A   Space Exploration & Science Missions   Commercial Space   Space Defense & Militarization  
Via Satellite • Rachel Jewett

Intuitive Machines Completes Acquisition of Lanteris (formerly Maxar Space Systems), Positioning Itself as a Vertically Integrated Space Prime

By Via Satellite: Intuitive Machines has completed the acquisition of Lanteris Space Systems, formerly known as Maxar Space Systems. By acquiring a spacecraft manufacturer, Intuitive Machines says this positions the company as a vertically integrated space prime.

Also: investors.intuitivemachines.com and aeromorning.com
2026-01-13T13:25:40.922761-08:00
Space Exploration & Science Missions   Human Spaceflight & Space Stations   NASA  
NBC News • Denise Chow

Study: Long‑duration spaceflight alters astronauts’ brain structure and position, with implications for Moon and Mars missions

By NBC News: The research has implications for NASA’s goals to build a base on the moon and eventually conduct crewed missions to Mars.

Also: NBC News and Sky News
2026-01-12T15:51:42.398723-08:00