Neurodivergent people contribute significantly to the space industry. With their brains essentially wired differently, those with conditions such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyspraxia often possess unique skills and traits that help them build successful space careers. For example, many neurodivergent people are exceptional at pattern recognition and problem-solving. Just imagine how valuable these skills... The post How Neurodivergent People Forge Careers in the Space Industry appeared first on Orbital Today ..read more

As the colder months approach and daylight hours diminish, many regions prepare for the usual end of daylight saving time. However, not all U.S. states will participate in this biannual clock adjustment. A few states and U.S. territories will maintain the same time throughout the year, opting out of the practice entirely.  Arizona (excluding the... The post These States That Won’t Change Clocks for Daylight Saving Time – Here’s Why appeared first on Orbital Today ..read more

In a few days, on 8 September, we are in for a treat as Saturn reaches opposition, presenting its most dazzling display of the year. This cosmic event offers a unique opportunity to witness the ringed planet at its brightest and largest, making it an unmissable spectacle for amateur astronomers and stargazers alike. What Is... The post See Saturn’s Rings Shine: Don’t Miss Its Opposition on 8 September! appeared first on Orbital Today ..read more

During the Artemis 3 lunar mission, which is planned for 2026, astronauts will be able to maintain high-quality communication with the Earth using the 4G network. Nokia has created a lunar 4G cellular communication network, which will undergo its first test this year. Axiom Space Teams Up With Nokia In cooperation with Nokia, NASA’s contractor Axiom... The post 4G On The Moon: Nokia Equips Spacesuits Of Artemis 3 Astronauts With Internet  appeared first on Orbital Today ..read more

On Wednesday, 4 September, Atlas Space Operations, a provider of ground station services, announced that it has secured $15 million in funding to support its goal of tripling revenue within the next year. Atlas CEO John Williams said that Luxembourg-based NewSpace Capital led the pre-Series C funding round, bringing Atlas’ total venture capital to $50... The post Atlas Space Operations To Triple Sales with $15 Million Boost And New Partnerships appeared first on Orbital Today ..read more

The Vega rocket, operated by France-based Arianespace company, launched from Europe’s Spaceport in Kourou, French Guiana, on the night of 4 September at 9:50 p.m. EDT (10:50 p.m. local time in Kourou; 0150 GMT on 5 September). It carried the Sentinel-2C Earth-observing satellite into space, successfully deploying it into orbit 57.5 minutes after liftoff as... The post Europe’s Vega Rocket Carrying Sentinel-2C Satellite Successfully Completes Its Final Mission appeared first on Orbital Today ..read more

The European Space Agency, ESA, reports that a newly discovered asteroid, CAQTDL2, will strike the East Coast of the Philippines today, 4th September. A one-meter asteroid is expected to enter Earth’s atmosphere near Luzon Island at 17:08 UTC. Astronomers suggest the asteroid would fall into the sea. But it is more likely to burn up... The post A 1-Meter Asteroid Is To Hit Earth TODAY, 4th September: Should We Worry? appeared first on Orbital Today ..read more

The American space company Blue Origin, founded by Jeff Bezos, is preparing to begin the final phase of preparations for the launch of the New Glenn rocket. The second stage of the rocket was delivered to the launch complex in Florida. New Glenn’s First Launch In October Blue Origin is preparing for the fire tests... The post Blue Origin Is Approaching the New Glenn First Launch, Targets Mid-October appeared first on Orbital Today ..read more

A recent movie premiere of ‘Alien: Romulus’ remind all the fans of the beloved franchise. Directed by Fede Alvarez, the sci-fi thriller earned $285.3 million worldwide in just three weeks in theatres. This success surpassed the previous highest-grossing horror film of 2024, ‘A Quiet Place: Day One’. So the timing is perfect for the first... The post FX Released the First Teaser of ‘Alien: Earth’ New TV Series from Noah Hawley appeared first on Orbital Today ..read more

With the help of satellite data, two American scientists managed to detect the location of Russia’s new nuclear weapon, the 9M730 Burevestnik. The missile, also known as the SSC-X-9 Skyfall, was presented as an “invincible” one. Planet Labs Satellite Found Secret Russian Nuclear-Powered Missile Launch Site US researchers say they have identified the deployment site... The post Satellite Images Reveal Possible Launch Site of Russia’s “Invincible” Nuclear-Powered Missile appeared first on Orbital Today ..read more