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Astronomers warn that a massive increase in satellite launches could create an artificial 'Saturn's ring' around Earth, threatening ground-based astronomy.
Astronomers have identified a hidden swarm of space debris occupying a critical satellite orbit, heightening concerns regarding collision risks.
Mysterious metallic spheres washing up on an Australian beach have been identified by a space agency as debris from a foreign rocket body.
Australian authorities are investigating the discovery of mysterious debris, described as 'space balls,' washing up on North Queensland beaches.