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- 1Astronomers warn 50,000 orbital mirrors would be catastrophic●"'They're saying we want to launch 50,000 mirrors by 2035,' Benvenuti said. 'That would be catastrophic for astronomy, t
Reflect Orbital's plan to launch tens of thousands of sun-reflecting satellites is drawing sharp criticism from astronomers. Company statements about launching 50,000 mirrors by 2035 have prompted warnings that the scheme would be 'catastrophic for astronomy.' The project, reportedly seeking US regulatory approval, aims to sell sunlight as a service, raising concerns about glare, light pollution and interference with night-sky observation.
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World Space Week 2026 has been launched by the United Nations and global partners, running through October 10 with the theme of a 'Rocket Revolution'. Events are being held worldwide, from local celebrations highlighting astronauts from Livingston and Spokane to discussions on satellite light pollution and space law. Outlets are encouraging the public to join in the annual celebration of space science.
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Weather forecasters in Japan say tonight offers a chance to observe a meteor shower, with shooting stars potentially visible across the country. A forecaster on ABEMA also explained the so-called 'one-yen coin weather' term, referring to conditions where a low moon or light pollution can make faint meteors hard to spot. Viewers are checking forecasts for clear skies.
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World Space Week 2026 is underway, launched by the United Nations and global partners under the theme of humanity's 'rocket revolution'. Events are running worldwide, from Qatar's Katara cultural village inspiring young explorers to US celebrations spotlighting astronauts from Livingston and Spokane. Discussions also touch on light pollution and access to the night sky, with the week drawing attention across Europe, Asia and Latin America.
- 5Light pollution threatens Indigenous Australians' access to the night sky●# News : Indigenous # Australians , the world’s first # astronomers – are losing access to the night sky as light # poll
Indigenous Australians, described as the world's first astronomers, are losing their view of the night sky as light pollution increasingly drowns out the stars. Advocates warn this erodes a living astronomical tradition stretching back some 60,000 years, and are calling for stronger protection of dark skies as a matter of Indigenous and human rights.
- 6Halloween Haunts walk highlights light pollution's harm to wildlife▼Halloween Haunts walk highlights how light pollution harms wildlife
A Halloween-themed 'Haunts' walk has drawn attention to how artificial light at night disrupts wildlife, with the event using the spooky season to educate the public on the issue. Coverage by outlets including the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel and Yahoo notes that excessive outdoor lighting can disorient nocturnal animals, alter migration and feeding patterns, and affect ecosystems, prompting calls for darker, wildlife-friendly lighting practices.
- 7Adriatic and Baltic Seas Face Highest Risk from Light Pollution▼Adriatic and Baltic Seas Face Highest Risk from Artificial Light Pollution
The Adriatic and Baltic Seas are reported to face the highest risk from artificial light pollution among European seas. Artificial light along densely populated coastlines can disrupt marine ecosystems, affecting species that rely on natural light cycles for feeding, reproduction and migration. The finding highlights growing scientific concern about how coastal urbanisation and nighttime lighting affect vulnerable sea environments.
- 8Study identifies European waters most at risk from light pollution▼Study highlights the European waters at greatest risk of harmful light pollution
A new study maps which European waters face the greatest risk of harm from artificial light pollution. The research highlights coastal and marine areas where nighttime artificial lighting may be damaging ecosystems. The findings give policymakers a clearer picture of where light reduction measures could matter most for protecting marine life.