Running a space startup that caters to both the Department of Defense (DOD) and commercial companies can be tricky. Even Rogers, CEO of True Anomaly, warns that young startups might lose focus trying to sell to both. True Anomaly, for instance, sees itself as a defense company, not just a space one.
British businesses are feeling the pinch after the UK's Finance Minister, Rachel Reeves, announced a tax-hiking budget. The biggest change is an increase in National Insurance (NI) payroll tax for employers. This will rise from 13. 8% to 15% from April 2025 and will start at a lower income threshold
Have you ever imagined what it's like to take a picture in space? NASA astronaut Don Pettit, 69, did just that on his fourth mission to the International Space Station (ISS). He captured a spooky image of the SpaceX Dragon Freedom capsule after its Crew-9 mission. The black-and-white photo shows the
Taiwan is bracing for a massive storm. Super Typhoon Kong-rey, which has been strengthening rapidly, is heading towards the island. This typhoon is not your average storm. With winds reaching 240 kilometers per hour, it's as strong as a Category 4 Atlantic hurricane. The typhoon is expected to hit
Lately, photography is stealing the spotlight in contemporary art galleries. The New York Times reports that many U. S. galleries are hosting photography exhibitions, like the Place Gallery in Manhattan showcasing Irving Penn's work from November 15 to December 21. It's not just about displays; big-
Let's talk about Comet C/2024 S1, also known as the Halloween Comet. This icy traveler from space had a special date with the Sun on October 28, but things didn't go as planned. Observed by NASA and the European Space Agency's SOHO spacecraft, the comet flew too close to the Sun and, you guessed it,
An unusual fungus that's been devastating bats across North America has now been discovered in the Sacramento region. This fungus, known for causing white-nose syndrome, can lead to the death of millions of bats. Recently, a western red bat in Sutter County tested positive for the fungus. This is su
Elon Musk, the founder of SpaceX and Tesla, along with hedge fund manager John Paulson, has a big idea for the U. S. budget if former President Donald Trump is re-elected. They want to slash spending by a massive $2 trillion. Musk's plan involves creating a government efficiency commission that he w
In Spain, the usually sunny region of Valencia was hit by a massive storm that left at least 64 people dead. The rain poured down so hard that some places got a year's worth of rain in just one night! This isn't something that happens every day. In fact, the last time it rained this much in such a s
Hey, sports fans! Get ready for something big happening in Ontario, California. The city just started building a massive $100 million sports complex that's going to be the new home for the Dodgers' minor league team. This isn't just any old sports park. We're talking about 190 acres filled with top-
