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From crew resourcing to reducing food wastage on long-haul flights, there are increasingly few activities in these industries that remain untouched by AI and its potential to some degree.
General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) of Saudi Arabia and the Government of the United Kingdom have signed a One-Stop Security Agreement in London, enhancing the experience of transit passengers by streamlining security procedures at Saudi Arabia airports.
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Press Release: Saudi Arabia, UK sign one-stop security agreement
The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) of Saudi Arabia and the Government of the United Kingdom have signed a One-Stop Security Agreement in London, aimed at enhancing the experience […]
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The contract for the mission designated USSF-178 was awarded on June 27 by the Space Systems Command and represents SpaceX’s third consecutive win under the National Security Space Launch (NSSL) Phase 3 Lane 1 program.
The Electron lifted off from Rocket Lab’s Launch Complex 1 in New Zealand at 3:08 a.m. Eastern. The rocket’s kick stage deployed its payload into a 650-kilometer sun-synchronous orbit less than an hour later.
Former NASA astronaut Joe Engle poses in front of an X-15 plane in this Dec. 2, 1965, photo. On June 29, 1965, Engle flew the X-15 to 280,600 feet, becoming the youngest U.S. pilot to qualify as an astronaut.
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Astronaut Joe Engle Flies X-15
Former NASA astronaut Joe Engle poses in front of an X-15 plane in this Dec. 2, 1965, photo. On June 29, 1965, Engle flew the X-15 to 280,600 feet, becoming […]
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NASA’s Human Lander Challenge marked its second year on June 26, awarding $18,000 in prize money to three university teams for their solutions for long-duration cryogenic, or super chilled, liquid storage and transfer systems for spaceflight.
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NASA Announces Winners of 2025 Human Lander Challenge
NASA’s Human Lander Challenge marked its second year on June 26, awarding $18,000 in prize money to three university teams for their solutions for long-duration cryogenic, or super chilled, liquid […]
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Beginning today, Guests who want a premium experience can book Spirit First or Premium Economy, while those seeking the most economical option can select Value.
The Space Force’s fiscal 2026 budget request proposes stalling plans to buy a third batch of communication satellites through the Space Development Agency as it weighs whether an existing constellation, largely dominated by SpaceX, is better suited for the mission.
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Space Force rethinking plans for proliferated satellite communications
The Space Force’s fiscal 2026 budget request proposes stalling plans to buy a third batch of communication satellites through the Space Development Agency as it weighs whether an existing constellatio...
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The shareholders of South Africa’s Bank Zero are set to receive a 12% stake in Lesaka Technologies, worth roughly R1 billion ($56.3 million), plus up to R91 million ($5.1 million) in cash, as part of a deal that will see Lesaka fully acquire the zero-fee digital bank
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Bank Zero owners to get $5M and 12% stake in Lesaka deal
The shareholders of South Africa’s Bank Zero are set to receive a 12% stake in Lesaka Technologies, worth roughly R1 billion ($56.3 million), plus up to R91 million ($5.1 million) […]
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The Air Force wants to retire its final 162 A-10 Warthog attack jets in fiscal 2026, as part of a plan to divest 340 total aircraft.

The Pentagon also plans to cancel the E-7 Wedgetail program over what an official said were “significant delays” and cost increases.
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US Air Force to retire all A-10s, cancel E-7 under 2026 spending plan
The Air Force wants to retire its final 162 A-10 Warthog attack jets in fiscal 2026, as part of a plan to divest 340 total aircraft. The Pentagon also plans […]
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Breakwater Inn, one of Kennebunkport’s historic and most beloved ocean-view hotels, announces its highly anticipated reopening on July 1, 2025 following a complete renovation of its harborside guest rooms and the debut of a brand-new restaurant and bars.
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Breakwater Inn Kennebunkport Reopens July 1, 2025 Following Extensive Renovation
Breakwater Inn, one of Kennebunkport’s historic and most beloved ocean-view hotels, announces its highly anticipated reopening on July 1, 2025 following a complete renovation of its harborside guest r...
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Growing up in Detroit with a camera in her hand, Sophia Roberts — now an award-winning astrophysics science video producer—never imagined that one day her path would wind through clean rooms, vacuum chambers, and even a beryllium mine.
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Sophia Roberts: Showcasing the Cosmos
Growing up in Detroit with a camera in her hand, Sophia Roberts — now an award-winning astrophysics science video producer—never imagined that one day her path would wind through clean […]
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