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- 1Amazon asks FCC to approve 5,105 new satellites●# Amazon is asking the # FCC to approve 5,105 massive new # satellites while hiding their orbital debris risk models beh
Amazon has asked the US Federal Communications Commission for approval to launch 5,105 additional satellites for its Kuiper broadband constellation. Critics say the company is withholding its orbital debris risk models behind corporate confidentiality, arguing the public cannot assess collision and space debris dangers. Space policy watchers are calling for full transparency, saying a safe orbital environment should not be decided behind closed doors.
- 2SpaceX launches first Starlink V3 satellites watched by Amazon●SpaceX is gearing up for a monumental flight today that's sure to be closely watched by Amazon. If successful, SpaceX wi
SpaceX is attempting a high-stakes flight to deploy its first Starlink V3 satellites, an upgraded generation for its growing broadband constellation. The mission would loft 26 of the new satellites, which bring significant improvements over current models. Amazon, which is building its competing Kuiper satellite internet service, is watching the launch closely, since Starlink V3's performance could widen SpaceX's lead in the satellite internet market.
- 3Giants honor broadcasters Mike Krukow and Duane Kuiper●In good times and bad, Mike Krukow and Duane Kuiper were the soul of Giants baseball https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/76
The San Francisco Giants held a retirement ceremony for longtime broadcasters Mike Krukow and Duane Kuiper, honoring the duo whose booth partnership defined decades of Giants baseball. A tribute piece celebrates their warmth, loyalty and enduring bond with fans through championship years and losing seasons alike, calling them the soul of the franchise.