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Selected Reading

N° 42–2025: European Launcher Challenge: preselected challengers unveiled (European Space Agency) 

Dhruva Space set to power up Pixxel’s next constellation with Solis+ Space-grade Solar Panels (Dhruva Space) 

Space Systems Command Awards $2.8B Contract to Deliver the First Two Satellites for Modern (US Space Force) 

France joins European push for satellite internet on trains (Reuters) 

NASA Mission Monitoring Air Quality from Space Extended (NASA)

Space auction: Sally Ride memorabilia collection sells for $145,000 (Space.com)

China accelerates toward lunar goals as reusability programs gain momentum - NASASpaceFlight.com 

OroraTech opens Greek headquarters to accelerate wildfire constellation and boost national innovation (OroraTech)

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