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From spy satellite to space telescope: The unlikely origins of NASA's Roman Space Telescope

At the heart of this next-gen space telescope lies the parts of old spy satellites.

Space · Aug 26

Should you close your PPF account after becoming an NRI? Here’s what to know about maturity, withdrawal, and tax rules

Moving abroad as an NRI? Your PPF account might not need immediate closure. Discover how your contribution, withdrawal, and maturity options change. Understand the crucial differences between becoming an NRI and a foreign citizen, and navigate the tax implications in your new country of residence.

The Economic Times · Aug 25

IonQ’s Space Contract Points to a New Frontier for Quantum Investors

IonQ's Space Division won an NRO radar imaging contract, signaling the quantum computing firm's expansion beyond hardware following its Capella Space and SkyWater acquisitions.

MarketBeat · Aug 19

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NRI life insurance protection plans can be 50–60% cheaper in India: Should you buy here or in your country of residence?

NRIs can buy life insurance in India to protect financial obligations. Additional KYC and underwriting requirements apply for non-resident Indians. Premiums are paid through NRE, NRO, or FCNR accounts, and currency fluctuations matter. Country of residence impacts premiums and underwriting due to risk assessments. The location of financial responsibilities guides…

The Economic Times · Aug 17

The world’s third-smallest country changed its name from Nauru to Naoero; its international code will shift from NRU to NRO

The Pacific island nation of Nauru has officially changed its name to the Republic of Naoero, a move its president says better reflects the country’s language, identity and heritage. The shift also changes the country’s international code from NRU to NRO, while its people will now be referred to as…

The Times of India · Aug 3

SpaceX launches secret US spy satellite from Florida (video)

SpaceX launched a secret reconnaissance mission for the U.S. government early on Thursday morning, July 30, 2026 from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.

Space · Jul 29

SpaceX launches new batch of US spy satellites from California (video)

SpaceX launched the latest batch of spy satellites for the U.S. government early Friday morning (June 19).

Space · Jun 18

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The Self-Made Myth: How Billions in Taxpayer Contracts and Grants Built Elon Musk's Trillion-Dollar Fortune

Elon Musk becomes the world's first trillionaire following SpaceX's record IPO, highlighting the significant role of government contracts and support in his companies' success.

International Business Times UK · Jun 14

SpaceX launches secret US spy satellites to orbit from California (video, photos)

SpaceX launched a batch of spy satellites for the U.S. government this evening (May 11) from California's foggy central coast.

Space · May 12

Meet the American spies who helped mammograms save more lives

To help fight breast cancer, a public-health expert recruited the spies whose top-secret work helped find hidden Russian missile bases.

Fortune · Feb 15

US government declassifies Cold War-era 'JUMPSEAT' spy satellites

The National Reconnaissance Office just revealed the existence of its "JUMPSEAT" line of spy satellites, eight of which launched to Earth orbit between 1971 and 1987.

Space · Jan 29

SpaceX launches its 1st national security mission of 2026, sending US spy satellites to orbit

SpaceX will launch its first national security mission of the year tonight (Jan. 16), and you can watch the action live.

Space · Jan 16

SpaceX launches mysterious NROL-77 mission for the US military (video)

SpaceX launched the NROL-77 mission for the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office today (Dec. 9), sending a classified satellite skyward from Florida's Space Coast.

Space · Dec 9, 2025

McCarthy: "'We Intended the Strike to Be Lethal' Is Not a Defense"

NRO's Andrew McCarthy on why strike on defenseless survivors of strike on drug boat was "at best, a war crime under federal law."

Reason · Nov 30, 2025

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Space · Sep 22, 2025

SpaceX launches 11th batch of 'proliferated architecture' US spy satellites (video)

SpaceX launched the latest set of "proliferated architecture" spy satellites for the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office today (Sept. 22), sending them up from California's central coast.

Reason · Sep 17, 2025

New on NRO: "This Constitution Day, Celebrate the Triumph of Originalism"

"As we celebrate the Constitution’s 238th birthday, originalism is now the dominant approach — on the left and the right — to interpret the Constitution."

Space · Apr 20, 2025

SpaceX launches 10th batch of 'proliferated architecture' spy satellites for US government (video)

SpaceX launched the 10th batch of "proliferated architecture" spy satellites for the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office from California's Vandenberg Space Force Base today (April 20).

Space · Apr 16, 2025

Rocket repurposed from intercontinental ballistic missile launches secret US spy satellites to orbit from California

A Minotaur IV rocket sent multiple classified payloads skyward for the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office from California's Vandenberg Space Force Base on Wednesday (April 16).

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Space · Apr 12, 2025

SpaceX launches 9th batch of 'proliferated architecture' spy satellites for US government (video)

SpaceX launched the ninth batch of "proliferated architecture" spy satellites for the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office from Calfornia's central coast today (April 12).

Space · Mar 24, 2025

SpaceX launches secret US spy satellite on 19th anniversary of company's 1st-ever liftoff (video, photos)

SpaceX launched its third mission of the year for the United States' spy satellite agency today (March 24), the 19th anniversary of the company's first-ever liftoff.

Space · Mar 20, 2025

SpaceX sets new rocket-reuse record on launch of US spy satellites (video)

SpaceX set a new rocket-reuse record early Friday morning (March 21) when it launched a batch of spy satellites for the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office.

The Independent UK · Feb 14, 2025

DOGE’s hastily launched website has already been hacked: ‘This is a joke of a .gov site’

DOGE’S website launch got off to a rocky start after two pages on the site were defaced

Latin Times · Feb 14, 2025

DOGE Website Reportedly Shares Classified Intelligence Data: 'Where Did They Get This Information?'

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), headed by Elon Musk, published classified information about another federal agency on its website, causing many to question where and how staffers within the department obtained that information.

Space · Jan 9, 2025

SpaceX launches 7th batch of next-gen spy satellites for US government (video, photos)

SpaceX launched the seventh batch of "proliferated architecture" spy satellites for the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office tonight (Jan. 9).

Space · Dec 17, 2024

SpaceX launches 6th batch of next-gen US spy satellites from California (video)

SpaceX launched the sixth batch of "proliferated architecture" spy satellites for the NRO this morning (Dec. 17) from California's central coast.

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