Satellite due to fall to Earth after nearly 30 years in space
After 13 years of orbital decay, mainly driven by solar activity, the satellite will naturally re-enter Earth's atmosphere.
Wed Feb 21 2024
Space debris is coming down more frequently. What are the chances it could hit someone or damage property?
On Saturday, there was the uncontrolled re-entry of a Chinese Long March 5B rocket over Malaysia.
Wed Aug 03 2022
Over 170 million dangerous small fragments of space debris circulating around Earth - Scientists
A collision with even a very small fragment of space debris poses a threat to spacecraft, according to scientists.
Sat Jan 08 2022
China launches robot prototype capable of catching space debris with net
The 30kg robot developed by Shenzhen-based Origin Space will pave the way for future technologies capable of mining on asteroids.
Tue Apr 27 2021
Meteor strike in Russia hurts over 400, sows panic
A plunging meteor exploded with a blinding flash above central Russia on Friday, as space debris smashed windows and hurt over 400 people.
Fri Feb 15 2013