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Space robotics sounds pretty sci-fi. And it is. Building stuff in orbit is set to change everything. More about it here in our podcast ‘In Orbit’ where we lift the curtain on the space industry: open.spotify.com/episode/5cxyEQ…

As the Olympics #Paris2024 winds up, here’s a little trip back to the future.

Last night's The Sky at Night was a special feature on the first Brit to hold the position of Head of Science at NASA, Dr Nicola Fox Dr. Nicky Fox. If you missed it, you can catch up on iPlayer now: bbc.co.uk/programmes/m00…

In today's In-Orbit we’re delving into the intersection of agriculture and space tech. Agriculture is integral to everyday life but it is facing numerous challenges. By leveraging data from space we can optimise resource use and streamline supply chains: li.sten.to/Agri

Did you know that #Geography at UniofNorthampton is in the top 20 for #Graduate Prospects in the Complete University Guide Subject League Table 2025? thecompleteuniversityguide.co.uk/league-tables/… #ChooseGeography #Employability #GeographyTeacher #Clearing2024

Are you a student looking to launch your space career? 🚀 Our SPIN scheme with Satellite Applications Catapult offers placements at the UK's most exciting space companies! 🚀 SPIN reopens next year so look out for further announcements! Learn more 👉 sa.catapult.org.uk/spin/ #ResultsDay2024

A career in space? I interview Ellie Sleightholm about life in a SPIN Satellite Applications Catapult open.spotify.com/episode/6hOHbn…

Thinking of your next steps after A level results day yesterday? The space sector needs you! Check out our career resources to help you find your place in space: spacecareers.uk/careers_resour… #spacecareers

Funny chats? Frank conversations? Future clarification? With 50+ ‘live’ sessions across 2 stages, #EverythingElectricSOUTH has it all! Learn from dozens of experts, expertly interviewed by the Fully Charged presenters 🎤 buff.ly/3YOvWfQ

Our latest series of In-Orbit continues apace! Today it’s all about the role of environmental monitoring from space:

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One of the greatest archaeological sites on earth. The Terracotta Warriors and the tomb complex of the First Emperor. Everything you need to know about them, it and him on the podcast now. 🎧: podfollow.com/dan-snows-hist…

Essential Bank Holiday reading! Our new issue includes the legendary Rev Lionel Fanthorpe and an interview with maverick scientist Rupert Sheldrake – not to mention poisonous books, creepy dolls, phantom bell-ringers, cryptoterrestrials and a man with hamsters in his pants!

Looks like a SpaceX crew Dragon lift home for Butch & Suni. Final decision from NASA tomorrow. Difficult news for Boeing Space if that’s confirmed:

One to watch tomorrow: An all commercial crewed mission which will test out the new sleek SpaceX EVA spacesuits with the first spacewalk from the Dragon capsule. Also the furthest humans have been from the Earth since Apollo. #PolarisDawn

‘Digital Twins’ is one of those tech phrases you’re going to hear more and more about. Find out what why where when how here 👇👇👇

The problem with 1984 analogies is everybody is Winston Smith. BB is always someone/thing else. Being the victim of an authoritarian oppressor is a seductive narrative wherever you are on the political spectrum. Everyone is the face and never the boot.

🚀 Our rocket tour is open for business! Young people from Cornish schools can explore the wonders of space by visiting @Spacegovuk 's 72" replica rocket. Learn more & schedule a tour for your class 👇[email protected] #Education #SpaceportCornwall #STEAM

3. Freddie Mercury with Queen performing "Bohemian Rhapsody" at Live Aid, 1985.