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Strange winds reveal strongest hints yet of magnetic activity in exoplanets

Tue, 2 Jun 2026 11:20:38 EDT

A team of astronomers has found the strongest evidence yet that some planets outside our Solar System may be magnetic. Using the European Southern Observatory's Very Large Telescope (ESO's VLT) and the Gemini North telescope, the researchers measured wind speeds on seven very hot, Jupiter-like exoplanets. The observations revealed that the winds on these planets are most likely governed by magnetic fields, providing the first robust measurement of magnetism on planets outside the Solar Sys...

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SES and TV ISLA to Deploy High-throughput Connectivity to Providencia Island

Tue, 2 Jun 2026 10:54:25 EDT

SES, a space solutions company, and TV ISLA will expand broadband access on Providencia Island, part of Colombia's San Andr�s Archipelago, with a hybrid Medium Earth Orbit (MEO) and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite connectivity solution. The project will provide resilient, high‑performance connectivity to the island, directly benefiting approximately 7,000 residents as well as the thousands of tourists who visit each year. - - SES's managed solution will include resilient MEO capacity...

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Thales to supply hundreds more Lightweight Multirole Missiles to UK MoD

Tue, 2 Jun 2026 10:47:34 EDT

The UK Ministry of Defence and Thales have signed a £36mil contract to supply hundreds more Lightweight Multirole Missiles (LMM) to the British Armed Forces. This builds on contracts already in place with Thales to enhance the UK's stockpile of missile systems. - - Thales has quadrupled its production capability for missiles at its facilities in Northern Ireland since 2022. Deliveries of the newly agreed systems will begin over the next few months. - - LMM is both battle-proven and highly...

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Northrop Grumman's Jackal Completes Key Flight Test

Tue, 2 Jun 2026 09:55:43 EDT

Summary Northrop Grumman completed a successful flight test of the Jackal precision strike missile, demonstrating readiness of key flight systems and mission-critical capabilities. Key Takeaways - - - • Jackal's flight test validated turbojet engine startup, autonomous waypoint navigation and propulsion, confirming system readiness. - - • This milestone advances Northrop Grumman's commitment to delivering precise, reliable strike capabilities for modern battlefield challenges. - - - - (...

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NASA Awards Contract for Johnson Space Center Infrastructure

Fri, 29 May 2026 18:36:09 EDT

NASA has selected seven companies to provide construction, revitalization, and infrastructure improvements at the agency's Johnson Space Center in Houston. - - The Johnson Space Center Multiple Award Construction Contract supports up to $300 million in upgrades to mission‑support facilities, utilities, and equipment across the NASA Johnson campus. All funds must be obligated by Sept. 30, 2026. - - The indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity award enables rapid execution of facility pro...

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New Memoir Chronicles a Soldier's Harrowing Survival and Journey Through the Veteran's Healthcare System

Fri, 29 May 2026 17:32:25 EDT

In “Lenin: A Soldier – A Story of Survival,” Lenin Patino recounts the unimaginable: being shot point-blank in the head by a fellow soldier shortly after completing basic training. Left paralyzed and told he would not survive, Lenin defied every prediction. His memoir takes readers inside the hospital ward where he fought for his life, describing the friendships, tragedies, and struggles he witnessed among fellow patients. - - About the Book: - This is not just a survival story, it is a...

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Bombardier Statement on Government of Canada Intention Regarding New Airborne Early Warning & Control Fleet

Fri, 29 May 2026 08:37:32 EDT

Bombardier applauds the federal government's decision to invest in Canadian industry by favouring a made-in-Canada solution based on the Bombardier Global 6500 aircraft. We also would like to congratulate our long-standing partner Saab on being selected as the preferred supplier for Canada's Airborne Early Warning & Control (AEW&C) fleet with its GlobalEye solution. - - The intention to bring GlobalEye modification and integration work to Canada, to be carried out by skilled Canadian aer...

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GE Aerospace Deploying 360 Foam Wash Cleaning System to MRO Shops

Tue, 26 May 2026 09:56:29 EDT

- - • Foam wash improves inspection quality, benefiting shop turnaround times - • Developed with customers in the Middle East region for improved time on wing - - - GE Aerospace (NYSE:GE) announced that 360 Foam Wash jet engine cleaning technology is being deployed to Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) shops globally. - - Foam wash is an innovative alternative to traditional water wash methods for engine maintenance. By injecting a specially-formulated, proprietary solution, the foa...

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ITPS Canada Orders Leonardo M-346 T Block 20 Advanced Jet Trainers To Meet Evolving Tactical Training Requirements

Tue, 26 May 2026 09:52:44 EDT

The aircraft will support expansion of NATO and Allied tactical fighter pilot training at the International Tactical Training Centre in North Bay, Ontario - - The contract includes six M-346 T Block 20 aircraft – with options for an additional six units - which are expected to enter service starting in 2029 - - With a rapidly growing number of air forces dealing with the need to deliver modern training to the next generation of fighter pilots to cope with evolving operational requireme...

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Call for Creatives: NASA Seeks Help Illuminating Mission Storytelling

Tue, 26 May 2026 02:38:39 EDT

As NASA pushes the boundaries of exploration and innovation for the benefit of humanity, the agency is looking for partners to share mission stories covering Artemis Moon missions, nuclear propulsion, aeronautics, and more. - - NASA published an Announcement for Proposals on May 21 asking filmmakers, documentarians, songwriters, storytellers, poets, and others to submit proposals to partner with the agency by Tuesday, June 30. - - In this initial round, NASA is seeking up to 10 partners for...

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Join ESA for a total solar eclipse on 12 August 2026

Tue, 26 May 2026 02:28:25 EDT

On 12 August 2026, a solar eclipse will be visible across parts of Europe and the north Atlantic. The path of totality will cross Greenland, Iceland, Spain and a small area of northeastern Portugal. Other parts of Europe will see a partial solar eclipse. - - ESA is organising a range of activities around the eclipse, combining scientific expertise, public engagement, and educational outreach – see programme below. During a total solar eclipse, the Moon passes directly in front of the Su...

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Long-range land strike: Thales completes first firings with X-Fire launcher

Tue, 26 May 2026 02:14:10 EDT

- - • Thales has successfully carried out the first live firing from its sovereign X-Fire launcher, developed in partnership with Soframe for long-range land strikes (FLP-t). - • Capable of deploying both sovereign and allied munitions, the X-Fire launcher offers a unique level of operational flexibility. - • This successful test follows the recent firing of the FLP-t 150 sovereign ballistic munition developed by ArianeGroup and Thales. - • Together with its partners, Thales provides armed...

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NASA's X-59 Undergoes Scheduled Maintenance

Mon, 25 May 2026 17:46:48 EDT

After completing a series of initial test flights at high and low altitudes, NASA's X-59 aircraft is undergoing a scheduled maintenance period inside its hangar. - - Teams at NASA's Armstrong Flight Research Center in Edwards, California, have removed panels on the aircraft to take a better look inside. This allows for thorough visual inspections to confirm that all internal systems are working properly as the aircraft prepares for the next flight series. - - “Inspections are a very impo...

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Alstom opens the doors to its nine Italian sites: a journey into railway innovation for adults and children alike, alongside those who design and build it every day

Mon, 25 May 2026 11:44:08 EDT

Alstom once again opened the doors of its nine Italian sites this year for the “Ti Presento Alstom” Open Day, welcoming more than 3,700 people, including employees' family members, children and friends. “Explorers of the Future”: The 2026 Theme This year's theme, “Explorers of the Future”, guided all activities throughout the day with a journey of experiments, games and workshops designed to present the railway world in a simple and interactive way. An experience that turned curiosity in...

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Thales Delivers First Two GM403 Radars To Indonesia

Mon, 25 May 2026 10:56:56 EDT

- - • On May 18 th, with the presence of the Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto, Thales officially delivered two GM403 radars to the Indonesian Air Force amid an official ceremony at Halim airbase in Jakarta, the Indonesian Air Force headquarters. - - • Leveraging close to five decades of cooperation with the Indonesian Armed Forces, this ceremony highlights Thales' deep commitment to delivering strategic air surveillance projects for the benefit of the Indonesian Ministry of Defence, a...

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GMV develops a system for detecting interference in satellite communications

Mon, 25 May 2026 09:39:42 EDT

GMV is developing a new radio frequency (RF) spectrum monitoring system capable of detecting interference and analyzing its source in the primary frequency bands currently used by communications satellites. The project is co-funded by the European Space Agency (ESA) through its ARTES program. - - The initiative comes at a particularly significant moment for the space sector. The number of satellites in orbit has grown continuously in recent years, driven primarily by the deployment of large...

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NASA to Compete Contract for Jet Propulsion Laboratory Management

Fri, 22 May 2026 16:04:33 EDT

NASA announced plans Friday to compete the next contract for managing and operating the agency's federally funded research and development center (FFRDC) in Southern California at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), to ensure continued accountability and strong value for U.S. taxpayers. - - The California Institute of Technology (Caltech) has managed the laboratory since its inception in the 1930s, and previous NASA contracts for its management and operations have been awarded sole source...

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Thales Announces Strategic Partnership with Google Cloud to Launch a New Sovereign Cloud in Germany

Fri, 22 May 2026 13:21:56 EDT

- - • Thales and Google Cloud have signed a landmark partnership to launch a new European sovereign cloud offering in Germany, delivering advanced cloud capabilities to customers while keeping their data confidential, secure and fully sovereign. - - • This solution will live on dedicated infrastructure that will be managed and operated by a new German entity, which Thales will fully own and control. - - • This offering is designed to meet the stringent digital sovereignty and regulatory re...

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NASA to Showcase Mission to Boost Swift Spacecraft's Orbit

Thu, 21 May 2026 19:30:52 EDT

Media are invited to NASA's Wallops Flight Facility in Virginia on Wednesday, June 17, to view Northrop Grumman's Pegasus XL rocket, carrying a Katalyst robotic spacecraft that will attempt to boost the orbit of NASA's Neil Gehrels Swift Observatory. - - Katalyst's robotic servicing spacecraft, called LINK, will launch on Pegasus in June to rendezvous with Swift and raise its altitude, extending its science mission lifespan. - - Both United States and international media may apply for onsite...

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Northrop Grumman Boosts E-2D Advanced Hawkeye Maintenance, Training with Augmented and Virtual Reality

Thu, 21 May 2026 12:14:24 EDT

Summary Northrop Grumman is enhancing maintenance and training for the E-2D Advanced Hawkeye, using company-developed AR/VR technologies like Armor and E-2D LITE to improve mission readiness and reduce repair times through innovative, data-driven solutions. Key Takeaways - - - • Augmented and virtual reality systems boost E-2D Hawkeye maintenance efficiency, cutting downtime and increasing fleet mission readiness. - - • Integrating AR/VR with advanced analytics accelerates maintenance and...

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Smile lifts off on quest to reveal Earth's invisible shield against the solar wind

Tue, 19 May 2026 16:42:16 EDT

The Smile spacecraft lifted off on a Vega-C rocket from Europe's Spaceport in French Guiana. The launch marks the beginning of an ambitious mission to better understand solar storms, geomagnetic storms, and the science of space weather. - - Following launch and separation from the rocket, the first signal from Smile was received by ESA's New Norcia ground station in Australia. The spacecraft's solar panels then deployed, meaning that Smile can now collect sunlight to power its systems...

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Leonardo: start of the share buyback programme

Tue, 19 May 2026 12:23:59 EDT

Leonardo announces, also pursuant to Article 144-bis paragraph 3 of the Issuers' Regulation, the starting in the next days of the share buyback programme, following the resolution adopted by the Shareholders' Meeting held on 7 May 2026 and in the terms already disclosed. - - Please note that the programme, authorized up to a maximum of 2,000,000 ordinary Leonardo's shares (about 0.345% of the share capital) and for a maximum period of eighteen months from the date of the Meeting's resolutio...

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NASA's New Shock Detectives Project Invites Volunteers to Help Study Solar Wind

Tue, 19 May 2026 11:24:43 EDT

The Sun sprays an extremely fast stream of charged particles called the solar wind. At approximately 56,000 miles (90,000 kilometers) in front of the Earth toward the Sun, the solar wind collides with the Earth's protective magnetic field, generating a long-lasting shock wave that stretches for hundreds of thousands of miles. Now, you can help scientists examine data about this “bow shock” to better understand how the solar wind affects the Earth by joining a new research project: Shock De...

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Farming in Ancient Lake Agassiz

Tue, 19 May 2026 10:17:20 EDT

About 15,000 years ago, southeastern Manitoba sat beneath tens of meters of frigid water. Lake Agassiz —which once encompassed present-day Lake Manitoba, Lake Winnipeg, and Lake of the Woods—covered an area larger than all of the Great Lakes combined. It formed in front of the retreating Laurentide Ice Sheet, which dammed rivers that otherwise might have drained into Hudson Bay, producing an expansive body of water 1,100 kilometers (700 miles) long by 300 kilometers wide that spanned par...

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Thales appoints J�r�mie Papin Senior Executive Vice-President, Finance and Information Systems

Tue, 19 May 2026 09:53:21 EDT

- - • J�r�mie Papin to join Thales as SEVP Finance and Information Systems on July 1 st 2026. - - • He will take over from Pascal Bouchiat who will retire at this date. - - • J�r�mie Papin will be a member of Thales Executive Committee and will report to Patrice Caine, Chairman and CEO. - - - - J�r�mie Papin, aged 52, was Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Executive Officer of Nissan Motors Ltd. - - � I wish to thank warmly Pascal for his dedication and his contribution to the developmen...

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Lockheed Martin, Department of War Kick Off Supplier Conference Series Focused on Delivering Munitions at Speed and Scale

Fri, 15 May 2026 09:03:13 EDT

More than 150 Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] suppliers gathered in Dallas this week to hear directly from Department of War (DoW) officials and participate in strategic, collaborative discussions about how industry can best work together to deliver munitions at speed and scale as part of the inaugural Munitions Acceleration Supplier Conference. Attendees included suppliers from programs that have announced significant munitions ramps, including PAC-3® MSE, THAAD and PrSM. - - The series w...

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Leonardo, Peru Acquires Fifth C-27J Spartan Aircraft, Strengthening The Country's Tactical Transport Capabilities

Fri, 15 May 2026 08:59:21 EDT

The Peruvian Air Force (Fuerza A�rea del Per� - FAP) has placed an order for an additional C-27J Spartan multirole tactical airlifter, as part of its air mobility enhancement programme aimed at addressing the country's complex geography, challenging terrain and the need to reach remote areas. The contract brings the total number of C-27Js acquired by Peru to five, with delivery to FAP's Grupo 8 expected in 2027. The programme has a number of offset benefits, such as localized support capab...

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Only Half of Service Members Are Aware VA Loans Require No Down Payment

Thu, 14 May 2026 16:42:31 EDT

As U.S. homebuyers grapple with affordability concerns, new data from Rocket Mortgage shows fewer than half (48%)2 of eligible service members consider a VA loan. Awareness of key benefits is also limited: only 54% know VA loans require no down payment 1, and just four in 10 (39%) realize they don't require private mortgage insurance (PMI)1, despite median savings of $10,600 in 2025 compared with a similar conventional loan with PMI 4. - - “With zero down payment, VA loans address some of...

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Bombardier Debuts FastTrack Training Program in Hartford, Connecticut, and Expands Commitment to Workforce Development in the U.S.

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:06:57 EDT

- - • The FastTrack program develops skilled, qualified Airframe and Powerplant technicians while ensuring an efficient and effective pathway to FAA certification - • Originally developed in conjunction with WSU Tech, Bombardier is now bringing the FastTrack program to Hartford, Connecticut, in collaboration with CT Aero Tech - • Through FastTrack, Bombardier continues to demonstrate its commitment to enhancing workforce development and developing a pipeline of skilled talent to support it...

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Author Michael D. Jacquard Delivers a Gritty and Suspenseful Thriller in “Cold Ground”

Wed, 13 May 2026 14:55:11 EDT

Michael D. Jacquard 's thriller “Cold Ground” follows Jack Decker, a retired U.S. Army Special Forces Master Sergeant and former CIA SAD/Ground Branch operative, as he is drawn back into action when danger resurfaces in his small Vermont town. Backed by over 20 years of military service and decades as an intelligence officer with the Defense Intelligence Agency, Jacquard brings a level of authenticity that only lived experience can provide. - - Set in Garrison Falls, Vermont, the story...

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A new way to spot signs of dark matter

Wed, 13 May 2026 10:44:11 EDT

Dark matter is thought to make up most of the matter in the universe, but the only way it interacts with its surroundings is through gravity. If two colliding black holes spiral through a dense region of dark matter and merge, gravitational waves rippling across space and time could carry an imprint of that dark matter. - - Now, physicists may be able to spot such imprints of dark matter in gravitational waves that are detected on Earth. - - Researchers at MIT and in Europe have developed a...

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Space mission to study alien worlds passes crucial test milestone

Tue, 12 May 2026 11:29:32 EDT

The discovery of the first planets outside our Solar System (exoplanets) came in the 1990s and thousands more have been identified since then. - - Most exoplanets discovered so far do not resemble the planets found in our Solar System. - - There is a much greater variety of planetary types, but scientists don't yet know why. - - Understanding alien planets - - As a result, the field has evolved from finding n...

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Hubble Survey Sets Up Roman's Future Look Near Milky Way's Center

Mon, 11 May 2026 13:17:47 EDT

The Milky Way's galactic bulge, the bulbous region that surrounds the galactic center, contains a dense collection of stars, planets, and other free-floating objects. This region has been studied for decades with numerous ground-based and space-based telescopes, including NASA's Hubble and James Webb space telescopes. Soon, NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope will be the first to make studying the galactic bulge a part of its core science objectives, building on the data collec...

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Final chance to see Europe's planet-hunting satellite Plato in cleanroom

Mon, 11 May 2026 13:04:49 EDT

ESA's mission Plato, PLAnetary Transits and Oscillations of stars, aims to discover potentially habitable, Earth-like planets around bright stars similar to the Sun. It will use its 26 cameras to determine the sizes of exoplanets and discover exomoons and rings around them. - - Plato recently emerged from the Large Space Simulator (LSS) chamber at ESA's Test Centre, where the spacecraft successfully completed a series of tough tests under space‑like conditions. The satellite is on t...

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Leonardo: Term of Office of Prof. Roberto Cingolani

Mon, 11 May 2026 09:31:17 EDT

With reference to the termination of the office of Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of Prof. Roberto Cingolani, whose mandate comes to an end after one term, from 9 May 2023 until 7 May 2026, Leonardo announces the following. - - The Company's Board of Directors, following the completion of the internal processes, during the meetings held on 5 and 7 May 2026, implemented the provisions governing treatments in the event of termination of office and termination of the employment re...

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Bombardier's Global 8000 Aircraft Makes its South American Debut at the Catarina Aviation Show in Brazil, Joins the Exquisite Global 6500 and Challenger 3500 on site

Mon, 11 May 2026 09:27:37 EDT

- - • Catarina Aviation Show marks the tradeshow debut of the Global 8000 business jet, the world's fastest, industry-defining ultra-long-range aircraft - • Bombardier's uncompromising Global 6500 aircraft and best-selling Challenger 3500 aircraft will also be on display at the show highlighting their exceptional performance qualities, cutting-edge technologies and innovative cabin designs - - - Bombardier announced that the world's fastest business jet, the Global 8000, will be o...

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Space42 appoints Skylo to power standards-based Direct-to-Device connectivity through its geostationary satellite, Thuraya-4

Mon, 11 May 2026 06:14:13 EDT

Space42 (ADX: SPACE42), the UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company with global reach, announced a strategic partnership with Skylo Technologies, a leading global non-terrestrial network (NTN) service provider, to deliver standards-based direct-to-device (D2D) connectivity through its geostationary satellite, Thuraya-4. - - The companies have already demonstrated what this means in practice: a bi-directional, real-time voice call completed over Thuraya-4, no modified SIM and no changes...

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GMV showcases advanced technology capabilities to the Community of Madrid

Mon, 11 May 2026 05:58:06 EDT

During the visit, she was introduced firsthand to the Q-MIND project, a strategic initiative promoted by the Community of Madrid to accelerate the development and application of quantum technologies - - Led by GMV, the project has a budget exceeding €5.3 million and integrates quantum computing and communications, as well as post-quantum cybersecurity - - The Regional Minister for Education, Science and Universities of the Community of Madrid, Mercedes Zarzalejo, visited GMV's facilities...

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Astronomers pin down the origins of a planetary odd couple

Wed, 6 May 2026 14:42:59 EDT

Across the Milky Way galaxy, a planetary odd couple is circling a star some 190 light years from Earth. A normally “lonely” hot Jupiter is sharing space with a mini-Neptune, in a rare and unlikely pairing that's had astronomers puzzled since the system's discovery in 2020. - - Now MIT scientists have caught a glimpse into the atmosphere of the mini-Neptune, which is circling inside the orbit of its Jupiter-sized companion, and discovered clues to explain the origins of this unusual planetar...

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Apple Manufacturing Academy brings together hundreds of U.S. manufacturers to accelerate AI use in American supply chains

Tue, 5 May 2026 18:50:40 EDT

The Apple Manufacturing Academy hosted hundreds of manufacturers at its inaugural Spring Forum in East Lansing, Michigan. The academy's largest event to date brought together U.S. manufacturers, industry leaders, and academics at Michigan State University (MSU) and put a spotlight on one of the program's most tangible results: how American businesses are using what they've learned at the Apple Manufacturing Academy to transform their operations. - - At Block Imaging — a Michigan-based compa...

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Ahuachap�n and Its Restive Neighbors

Tue, 5 May 2026 11:08:39 EDT

Volcanic activity takes on many forms in western El Salvador. The land near the city of Ahuachap�n is pockmarked with craters and covered with recent lava flows. Meanwhile, a geothermal field feeds geysers, heats mineral pools, and powers a long-operating energy plant. The area is part of a volcanic landscape that stretches more than 1,000 kilometers (600 miles) along the Pacific coast from Guatemala to Panama, composing the Central American Volcanic Arc. - - On the right side of the i...

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Open Innovation in the space sector: Leonardo and Telespazio honour the winners of the seven edition of #T-Tec

Tue, 5 May 2026 10:34:53 EDT

- - • The main awards went to the Department of Applied Science and Technology (DISAT) of the Politecnico di Torino and to the Escuela Polit�cnica Superior of the Universidad Nebrija in Madrid. Further prizes were awarded to universities from Italy, Tunisia, Jordan and Nepal - • Among the winning projects: quantum systems for collision avoidance in orbit, AI platforms for Space Domain Awareness, autonomous habitats for lunar exploration, navigation systems for lunar rovers - - - - - T...

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Thales Builds Trust in Tech with Singapore Startups

Tue, 5 May 2026 10:23:44 EDT

- - • Two Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) signed with the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) and Enterprise Singapore (EnterpriseSG) will strengthen Thales' engagement with the startup ecosystem in Singapore. - - • With the support of EDB and EnterpriseSG, Thales will connect innovative Singaporean startups involved in key tech domains – including AI, cybersecurity, quantum, digital identity, aerospace and space – to its own ecosystem for mutual benefit. - • Through the Thales...

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Northrop Grumman Advances Improved Threat Detection System for US Army

Tue, 5 May 2026 09:45:52 EDT

Summary Northrop Grumman secured a U.S. Army contract to advance the Improved Threat Detections System (ITDS), featuring the ATHENA sensor that enhances 360-degree threat detection and rapid identification of emerging aerial threats to improve aircraft survivability. Key Takeaways - - - • The ATHENA sensor in ITDS provides next-generation, multi-spectral 360-degree threat detection, significantly enhancing pilot situational awareness and aircraft survivability. - • Northrop Grumman's scal...

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Nokia Federal Solutions, Lockheed Martin introduce mission-critical 5G solution for U.S. Department of War open suite of standards

Tue, 5 May 2026 09:26:15 EDT

Nokia Federal Solutions and Lockheed Martin today announced the launch of a new modular, open‑architecture 5G solution built for the U.S. and allied defense forces. The capability is designed to deliver secure, resilient communications at the point of need. It enables military vehicles and platforms to use commercial-grade 5G in operational environments, aligned to the Department of War (DoW) open architecture standards and its commercial-first strategy. - - “Nokia recognizes the need...

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GMV to lead planning for the ESA's new Copernicus missions

Mon, 4 May 2026 12:36:02 EDT

The European Space Agency (ESA) has entrusted multinational technology company GMV with the operational development of mission planning functions for the expansion missions of the Copernicus program, Europe's main Earth observation system. This contract places GMV in a key position within the next generation of European space services and reinforces its role in one of the most strategic programs for climate change monitoring and land management. - - Every day, Earth observation missions a...

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The Department of War Announces Agreement with Oracle to Deploy AI Capabilities on Classified Cloud Networks

Mon, 4 May 2026 03:30:32 EDT

The Department of War has entered into an agreement with Oracle to deploy Oracle's advanced AI capabilities on the Department's classified networks for lawful use. This agreement accelerates the transformation toward making the United States military an AI-first fighting force and strengthens warfighters' ability to maintain decision superiority across all domains of warfare. - - Oracle understands that U.S. warfighters require the most advanced AI capabilities to address emerging threats...

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