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Illustration of ESA’s SMOS Earth-observation satellite in orbit, with three antenna arms extending from a central spacecraft body.
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Weather and Astronomy Groups Seek Changes to FCC Satellite Rule
AUG 07, 2026
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Physics PhDs Are Leaving the US at a Record-high Rate
AUG 04, 2026
US Capitol Orange Tulips 2024
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Midterms 2026: Authorizing Committee Leaders Up for Reelection
JUL 31, 2026
Michael Kratsios speaking at a House Science Committee hearing.
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White House Calls for Science Funding Shake-Up
JUL 30, 2026
Trump at a Defense Summit July 2026
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Trump Proposes Defunding National Academies
JUL 22, 2026
The Rubin Observatory in front of a starry night sky.
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FCC Approves Reflecting Satellite Opposed by Astronomers
JUL 16, 2026
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Proposed Grantmaking Reforms Prompt Huge, Negative Response
JUL 15, 2026
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NRC Affirms Science Behind Radiation Standards
JUL 10, 2026
Office of Management and Budget Director Russell Vought
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Democrats Attack Proposed Grantmaking Changes at House Hearing
JUL 01, 2026
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House Science Republicans Examine Grant Fraud
JUN 26, 2026
President Donald Trump addresses his cabinet after signing two quantum-related executive orders on June 22, 2026.
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DOE Launches ‘Quantum Genesis’ Initiative
JUN 24, 2026
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OMB Proposes Broad Restrictions on International Research
JUN 18, 2026