The Gist: Space News

Space News for Tuesday, January 09, 2024


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In this episode, we aggregate and summarize today's top
space news stories. Enjoy!
(00:10) Podcast Introduction
(00:24) China launches “lobster eye” Einstein Probe to unveil mysteries of X-ray universe
(00:55) Space Development Agency confirms Rocket Lab will produce 18 satellites for U.S. military network
(01:25) JPL lays off 100 contractors, citing budget uncertainty
(01:53) U.S. Army issues new guidance on the use of space for ground warfare
(02:20) Peregrine lander suffers anomaly after launch
(02:49) The advent of astropolitical alliances
(03:23) Peregrine lander suffers propulsion ‘anomaly,’ Moon landing seemingly unlikely
(03:55) Statement as United Launch Alliance successfully launches first next generation Vulcan rocket – SatNews
(04:25) NASA invites public to send names to the moon aboard Artemis Robotic Moon Rover – SatNews
(04:54) Rocket Lab receives million$$$ contract from SDA + SDA contract information – SatNews
(05:14) Intuitive Machines strategic partnership and leadership changes – SatNews
(05:42) SpaceX plans Tuesday launch of 22 Starlink smallsats – SatNews
(06:07) U. S. Space Force participates in certification milestone of future launch capability – SatNews
(06:41) RBC Signals names new CEO – SatNews
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The Gist: Space NewsBy Dr. Mason Nixon