Today In Space
Last Updated: Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, 7:57 AM PST
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Space Intel Report
• Peter B de Selding
FCC still worried about EU Space Act's anti-competitive effects, but hopeful that dialogue will reach consensus
By Space Intel Report: TUPPER LAKE, NY — The US government remains concerned that the proposed EU Space Act governing….
Via Satellite
• Sscott; Jeffrey Hill
Relm Insurance Launches New Suite of Products Targeting the Commercial Space Economy
By Via Satellite: Relm Insurance is bringing a new suite of insurance products designed for space economy customers. These products will aim to equip brokers and clients.
Launch Vehicles & Space Transportation
Space Exploration & Science Missions
Human Spaceflight & Space Stations
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Spaceflight Now
• Will Robinson-Smith
Orion hatch 'blemish' forces delay of Artemis 2 launch‑day rehearsal
By Spaceflight Now:  The four astronauts who are to fly a loop around the Moon next year on the Artemis 2 mission were supposed to board their Orion capsule on Nov.
UAV Development & Drone Programs
Satellite
Europe
Space Policy & International Cooperation
Policy & Regulation
Geopolitical Developments & Conflict Impact
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politico.eu
• Claudia Chiappa
Europe to monitor drug traffickers from space and drones under new five-year strategy
By politico.eu: “We send the drug lords and their organizations a clear message: Europe is fighting back,” said Commissioner Magnus Brunner as he unveiled a five-year drugs strategy.
Satellite
Commercial Space
Space Policy & International Cooperation
Space Debris & Traffic Management
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SpaceNews.com
• Sandra Erwin
The Overlooked Space Race: On‑Orbit Servicing and Extending Satellite Life
By SpaceNews.com: The overlooked space race: keeping satellites alive.
Wall Street Journal
• Berber Jin
Exclusive: Sam Altman Explored Deal to Build a Rocket Company to Compete with SpaceX
By Wall Street Journal: The OpenAI chief executive has looked to put together funds to either acquire or partner with a rocket company.
Satellite
Europe
Defense Industry & Major Contractors
Commercial Space
Space Defense & Militarization
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Janes
Portugal’s Air Force orders first fully owned Iceye SAR satellite as company launches five more
By Janes: The Portuguese Air Force and Finnish synthetic aperture radar (SAR) company Iceye signed a contract on 2 December for Portugal's first fully owned SAR satellite.
