A new analysis could map the ancient history of Earth's surface
Earth's Ediacaran Period, roughly 630 to 540 million years ago, has always been something of a magnetic minefield for scientists.
During earlier and later time periods, tectonic plates kept a steady pace, climate zones were normal, and the planet's magnetic field wobbled modestly around the north and south poles (while occasionally reversing).
But the physics of the Ediacaran don't s Belgian startup Nxgsat raises early funds for virtual 5G satellite modem

A Belgian startup led by satellite networking veterans announced $1.4 million in seed funding Oct. 21 to develop a virtual 5G modem, designed for multi-orbit compatibility across traditionally closed communications infrastructure.
Space exploration in the backyard, on a budget: How NASA simulates conditions in space without blasting off
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Coming Soon: ESA Student Internships 2026
Are you ready to take your first step into the space sector? The countdown has begun for the launch of the European Space Agency's 2026 Student Internship Programme, and you could be part of it. Applications open the first week of November.
Sentinel-4 offers first glimpses of air pollutants
The new Copernicus Sentinel-4 mission has delivered its first images, highlighting concentrations of atmospheric nitrogen dioxide, sulphur dioxide and ozone. Despite being preliminary, these images mark a major milestone in Europe’s ability to monitor air quality all the way from geostationary orbit, 36 000 kilometres above Earth.
Starlink mini lasers to link Muon Space satellites for near real-time connectivity

SpaceX is supplying optical terminals to Muon Space, the four-year-old Californian manufacturer said Oct.
Landspace begins final preparations for China’s first orbital launch and landing attempt

Launch startup Landspace is in the final stages of preparations for the first launch of its Zhuque-3 rocket and a potentially landmark mission for China.
ESA-supported test leads to better in-flight connectivity
Better in-flight streaming and video-calling might just become more accessible thanks to a project supported by the European Space Agency (ESA). Building upon the success of an experiment for a new type of antenna terminal together with ESA, Viasat – a global leader in satellite communications – now plans to commercialise its new in-flight connectivity solution called Viasat Amara.
Analysts question Germany’s request for defensive and inspector satellites

Taiwan should build a space-enabled kill web, not big warships

