SpaceX’s Starlink satellite network, which delivers high-speed, low-latency internet worldwide, is undergoing a large-scale deorbiting process to safely remove older satellites from orbit. This effort is part of Starlink’s commitment to space safety and sustainability, ensuring satellites burn up completely upon reentry into Earth’s atmosphere, leaving no hazardous debris. Why Is Starlink Deorbiting Satellites? In […]
SpaceX is gearing up for the eighth flight test of Starship, with a launch planned for Friday, February 28, pending regulatory approval. The test will focus on new objectives, including Starship’s first payload deployment and experiments designed to improve the vehicle’s ability to return to its launch site. On Sunday evening, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk […]
A new cruise experience in Alaska is offering high-speed internet in some of the most remote areas, thanks to Starlink. Alaska Uncharted, a small-ship cruise company, is equipping its vessels with Starlink to provide passengers with unlimited internet access while exploring the wilderness. The satellite internet service allows travelers to stay connected while cruising through […]
SpaceX successfully launched 23 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit on Tuesday, February 18, marking another milestone in its reusable rocket program. The Falcon 9 rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida at 6:21 p.m. ET, carrying the latest batch of Starlink satellites to expand SpaceX’s global internet network. What made this […]
T-Mobile and SpaceX’s Starlink have officially launched a free beta test for their satellite-powered messaging service, allowing anyone on any carrier to sign up and try the service at no cost until July. This marks a major step toward eliminating dead zones by connecting users even in the most remote areas. The T-Mobile Starlink beta […]
Quebec was ahead of the game when it signed a $130 million deal with Elon Musk’s Starlink three years before Ontario to bring high-speed internet to remote areas. But now, the province wants to develop a Canadian-owned satellite system to reduce reliance on Musk’s network, according to Gilles Bélanger, Quebec’s lead on connectivity projects, reports […]
Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a major move against U.S. tariffs, banning American companies from bidding on provincial contracts until the trade measures are lifted in Canada. The decision means U.S. businesses will lose access to tens of billions in government spending, as Ontario and its agencies spend $30 billion annually on procurement, plus a […]
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams were supposed to spend just eight days aboard the International Space Station (ISS), but after Boeing’s Starliner spacecraft failed, they’ve been stuck there since June 2024. Their return has now been delayed until March 2025, extending their mission to nearly ten months due to helium leaks and propulsion […]
ATR, a major manufacturer of regional planes, is bringing high-speed internet to its ATR 72 aircraft with the help of SpaceX’s Starlink. This news comes after the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) approved this system after successful tests. “Starlink opens up a new era for ATR, offering unparalleled levels of comfort and passenger experience… […]
SpaceX shared details of the first Starship test flight of 2025, which achieved several milestones but ended in an unexpected failure. The mission, conducted on January 16 at 4:37 p.m. CT from Starbase, Texas, focused on testing upgraded systems for the world’s most powerful rocket. The launch began smoothly, with all 33 Raptor engines on […]
SpaceX launched its Starship today, with the Super Heavy booster coming back to Earth and being successfully caught by “Mechazilla’s” chopsticks arms again, yet another sight to behold. But sadly for the second state of Starship, it lost communication and then exploded. “Starship experienced a rapid unscheduled disassembly during its ascent burn. Teams will continue […]
SpaceX has announced its seventh flight test for Starship has been delayed, due to weather. Originally set to take place today at 4pm CT, it has been pushed back a day due to weather. “Due to weather, we’re now targeting Thursday, January 16 for Starship’s seventh flight test. The 60-minute launch window opens at 4 […]
SpaceX’s Starship is preparing for its seventh test flight on Wednesday, January 15, with a 60-minute launch window opening at 4:00 p.m. CT. (2pm PST/5pm EST). Previously, the launch date was set for January 10. A live webcast will begin about 35 minutes before liftoff and will be available on the X platform (@SpaceX) and […]
SpaceX and Starlink are stepping up to assist those affected by the Los Angeles area wildfires by offering one month of free internet service. The initiative aims to support recovery efforts in impacted areas (via @BLKMDL3), according to an email sent to Starlink customers. For residents whose service addresses are within the wildfire-affected regions, Starlink […]
Italy is in advanced negotiations with SpaceX for a €1.5 billion ($1.6 billion US) deal to provide secure telecommunications services for the government, according to sources familiar with the matter, as reported by Bloomberg. If finalized, this would be the largest project of its kind in Europe, utilizing SpaceX’s Starlink tech to modernize Italy’s government […]
