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- 1UCF Knights unveil Space U uniforms honoring NASA programs▼UCF Knights salute Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo programs with slick new Space U uniforms
The UCF Knights football team has introduced new Space U uniforms paying tribute to NASA's Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo programs. The design nods to the university's proximity to Florida's Space Coast and its long-standing ties to the space industry. The uniforms have drawn attention from sports and space fans alike, with coverage highlighting the sleek space-themed look.
- 2New in vivo multiomic proximity labeling method published in Nature Chemical Biology▼Multiomic proximity labeling in vivo by D-amino-acid-activated peroxidase reaction | Nature Chemical Biology
Researchers report in Nature Chemical Biology a multiomic proximity labeling technique that works in vivo, using a peroxidase reaction activated by D-amino acids to map proteins and other biomolecules in living systems. The method could allow scientists to chart molecular neighborhoods inside organisms more accurately, and it is drawing attention from researchers working in chemical biology and proteomics.
- 3Blackswan raises $2.9 million for satellite rendezvous technology▼Blackswan raises $2.9 million seed round for satellite rendezvous technology
Space startup Blackswan has raised a $2.9 million seed round to develop its satellite rendezvous technology, which enables spacecraft to approach and service other satellites in orbit. The funding will support development of proximity operations capabilities, an area of growing interest as satellite servicing and in-space logistics attract increased investment.
- 4Latvia says it could host nuclear weapons if NATO decides●Latvia could host nuclear weapons if NATO chooses to deploy them, president says
Latvia's president said the country would be willing to host nuclear weapons if NATO chose to deploy them on its territory. The statement signals willingness among frontline alliance members to accept such deployments, a sensitive issue given Latvia's proximity to Russia. It is likely to fuel debate in Moscow and within NATO over escalation risks and alliance posture on its eastern flank.
- 5Proximal Raises $15 Million Seed Round, Emerges from Stealth●Wilson Sonsini Advises Proximal on $15 Million Seed Round as it Emerges from Stealth
Proximal has come out of stealth with a $15 million seed funding round, with law firm Wilson Sonsini advising on the deal. The company has not previously been publicly known, making the raise its first major announcement. Details on Proximal's product, investors, and plans remain limited as the startup makes its debut.
- 6Russian strikes kill two in Kyiv, NATO scrambles jets▼Russian strikes kill 2 in Kyiv, prompt NATO to scramble aircraft in Poland, Romania
Russian strikes on Kyiv killed two people, prompting NATO to scramble fighter aircraft based in Poland and Romania in response to the attack. The overnight barrage again targeted the Ukrainian capital, and allied air defences on NATO's eastern flank were activated as a precaution given the missiles' proximity to member-state airspace.
- 7Who Attended Trump's AI Luncheon, and Who Sat Where▼Who Attended Trump’s AI Luncheon, and Who Sat Where
Donald Trump hosted a luncheon focused on artificial intelligence, bringing together tech executives and other prominent guests. The New York Times reported on the guest list and the seating arrangements, noting which industry leaders and officials attended and where they were placed. Seating details drew attention as a signal of proximity and influence within Trump's circle of technology allies.
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Lithuanian space robotics startup Blackswan Space has raised €2.5 million in seed funding to support a demonstration of its RPO (rendezvous and proximity operations) kit. The kit is designed to enable satellites to approach, inspect and service other spacecraft in orbit. The funding will help the company advance the technology toward a in-orbit demo.
- 9Five men arrested near US air base in UK terror probe●UK police arrest 5 men under terrorism, explosives acts close to US air base
British police have arrested five men under terrorism and explosives legislation near a US air base in the United Kingdom. The arrests, confirmed by authorities, have drawn attention given the location's links to American military operations. Details about the suspects' identities or any alleged plot have not yet been released as the investigation continues.
- 10General Catalyst Backs Coding Data Startup Proximal▼General Catalyst Backs Coding Data Startup Proximal As It Reaches Revenue Milestone
Proximal, a startup working with coding data, has reached a revenue milestone and drawn backing from venture firm General Catalyst, according to The Information. The report highlights continued investor interest in startups monetizing developer and code-related data, an area gaining attention as AI coding tools proliferate. No further details about deal size or valuation were given.
- 11ICE Operation Near Colorado Springs Elementary School Sparks Concern▼ICE operation near Colorado Springs elementary school raises concerns
US Immigration and Customs Enforcement carried out an operation near an elementary school in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The proximity to the school has raised concerns among parents, educators and local officials about student safety and the impact of immigration enforcement near places where children gather. Details about arrests or the operation's scope have not been fully disclosed.