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Czech company PBS is set to supply engines for American rockets, indicating a significant partnership in the aerospace industry.

Estonia has invested seven million euros in Frankenburg Technologies, a local rocket manufacturer, through the SmartCap National Defense Fund.

Over four years, Russia has launched 13,000 rocket strikes and 88,000 drone attacks against Ukraine, according to reports from Ukraine's Air Force.

A Ukrainian military spokesperson reported that Russia has fired 13,000 rockets and launched 88,000 drones into Ukraine since the escalating conflict began in 2022.

Finnish NBA star Lauri Markkanen made a successful return to the court, scoring 29 points against the Houston Rockets.

Lauri Markkanen scored 29 points in a game where the Utah Jazz lost to the Houston Rockets, marking his best performance in a month and a half despite the overall team struggles.

A comprehensive anthology featuring 113 of Ray Bradbury's fantasy stories is now published in one volume of 1328 pages.

Explosions shook Kyiv early Sunday, just two days before the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion, following warnings of a ballistic missile attack from officials.

President Zelensky announced that Russia launched nearly 300 drones and 50 rockets against Ukraine, resulting in at least one death and multiple injuries, highlighting an ongoing pattern of military aggression with a significant portion of the attacks being ballistic missiles.

Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities, resulting in multiple casualties and destruction.

Loud explosions were reported in Kyiv after warnings of incoming rockets, prompting residents to seek safety until the alarm is lifted.

Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon's eastern Bekaa Valley have resulted in the deaths of at least 12 people, including children, and injured many more, according to local health officials.

Researchers have conducted the first measurements of pollution following the descent of the Falcon 9 rocket into Earth's atmosphere over Europe.

The article discusses the evolution and current use of 70mm rockets by the U.S. military, particularly in the context of drone warfare and potential encounters with Iran.

The article discusses the presence of arms companies at the Munich Security Conference and their increasing visibility in everyday life in Munich.

A Yemeni child has created controllable cardboard rockets, showcasing remarkable ingenuity despite limited resources and adversity.

Ukrainian forces confirmed targeted strikes on key military facilities in Russia using long-range Flamingo missiles.

The Ukrainian army has launched strikes on a significant Russian missile depot and an oil refinery, using domestically produced 'Flamingo' rockets.

Kyiv is under ongoing attack as Russian rockets hit residential and other buildings across the city, prompting response from emergency services.

The Jerusalem Post reports on the failures of Israeli leadership and security institutions in responding to the October 7, 2023 attack by Hamas, which involved thousands of rockets and the incursion of militant forces into Israeli territory.

Belarus's self-proclaimed President Alexander Lukashenko announced the country's plan to produce artillery shells and Grad rockets amid ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Chemists in Gießen, Germany, have successfully produced hexastick nitrogen, the most energy-dense substance ever created, drawing interest from various sectors, including the military.

Authorities discovered a large cache of ammunition and signal rockets in a village in the Kaunas district, leading to a criminal investigation.

A man discovered 1,689 rounds of ammunition and nine signal rockets while cleaning a garden house in Lithuania's Kaunas district, prompting a police investigation for illegal possession of firearms and ammunition.

Houston Rockets player Alperen Sengun apologized after being ejected for calling a female referee an explicit term during a game against the Boston Celtics.

The play "Latvian Rockets" explores the story of legendary bobsleigh coach Roland Upatnieks and the dedication of Latvian athletes in the sport.

Estonia plans to spend 600 million euros on munitions and rockets as part of a significant increase in its defense budget.

Ukrainian armed forces conducted multiple strikes against the Kapustin Yar test site in Astrakhan Oblast, Russia, targeting facilities preparing for intercontinental ballistic missile launches.

India's space agency ISRO experienced consecutive launch failures of its PSLV rockets in 2025 and 2026, prompting a secret visit by National Security Advisor Ajit Doval to the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre amidst security concerns.

Kyiv's zoo is facing extreme cold and power shortages due to Russian attacks, struggling to protect its animals with generators and wood stoves.

The Philadelphia 76ers traded guard Jared McCain and their 2024 first-round pick to the Oklahoma City Thunder in exchange for a 2026 first-round pick from the Rockets and three second-round picks.

JAXA has officially decided to revise the development plan for the small rocket 'Epsilon-S', aiming for a launch within the next fiscal year by utilizing conventional rockets for its second stage.

Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andrij Sybiha reported that Russia attacked Ukraine with 450 drones and 60 rockets, escalating attacks on Ukraine's energy infrastructure ahead of cold weather despite diplomatic efforts.

The Russian army has launched rocket and drone attacks on Kyiv and Kharkiv, causing damage in five districts and injuring one person.

Elon Musk has merged two of his major companies by having SpaceX acquire xAI, aiming to establish space-based data centers to innovate in AI, rockets, and space internet.

The Ukrainian capital Kyiv was attacked by Russian rockets early Tuesday morning, damaging several apartment buildings and an educational institution, according to the city's military administration.

SpaceX has acquired xAI, forming the world's most valuable private company by integrating rockets, AI technology, and social media platforms.

Elon Musk has merged SpaceX and xAI, creating a new company valued at $1.25 trillion that will integrate AI, rockets, space internet, mobile communications, and the social network X before its public offering.

The Kamchatka-1 rocket project signifies a pivotal development for Russia's space sector, with nationalist organizations playing a key supporting role, and a suborbital launch planned for the third quarter of 2026.

NASA is set to transport a five thousand ton rocket assembly to the launch pad in Florida today, utilizing the Space Launch System rocket for a mission that includes launching four spacecraft on board.

In Kyiv, nearly 100,000 people are without power amid air raids, with temperatures falling to minus 16 degrees, as WELT reporter Steffen Schwatzkopf summarizes the current frontline situation.

Christians in Aleppo express their despair as they are caught in the crossfire of rockets and grenades amid ongoing violence, reflecting a global struggle for religious freedom detailed in the annual report by Open Doors.

The largest anthology in Spanish of Ray Bradbury's tales is released, featuring over a thousand pages of brilliant rockets, melancholic Martians, and chilling fantasies.

The article discusses the decline of Russian space launches to the lowest level in 45 years and explores how New Zealand has emerged as a new player in the space sector.

The USA condemns Russia's missile attack on Ukraine with Oreshnik rockets, while Russia claims record orders for its weapon systems and Germany funds the delivery of Lynx armored vehicles to Ukraine by Rheinmetall.

SpaceX plans to build 1,000 rockets annually at the world's largest rocket facility, with Elon Musk envisioning the possibility of producing 10,000 spaceships to achieve his ultimate goal for humanity.

Late on January 4, Ukraine launched a drone attack on the Lipetsk region, striking an industrial area in the city of Yelets, causing a fire, though officials downplayed the damage and reported no injuries.

In the wake of Nicolás Maduro's arrest, there are fears of a possible US intervention in Colombia, particularly concerning the threat of rockets landing in Bogotá.

Concerns arise in Colombia about potential US intervention and rocket strikes in Bogotá following the arrest of Nicolás Maduro in Venezuela.

Anthony Davis delivered an outstanding performance with 26 points, 12 rebounds, and 3 assists, leading the Dallas Mavericks to victory over the Houston Rockets.