Today in News History
On July 13, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1402, Nanjing surrenders to Zhu Di without a fight, ending the Jingnan campaign. The Jianwen Emperor disappears and his family is incarcerated. In 1910, Loren Pope, American journalist and author (died 2008) was born. In 1925, Huang Zongying, Chinese actress and writer (died 2020) was born. In 1950, George Nelson, American astronomer and astronaut was born. In 1950, Ma Ying-jeou, Hong Kong-Taiwanese commander and politician, 12th President of the Republic of China was born. In 1956, The Dartmouth workshop is the first conference on artificial intelligence. In 1983, Liu Xiang, Chinese hurdler was born. In 1995, Space Shuttle Discovery is launched on STS-70 to deploy the TDRS-7 satellite. In 2017, Liu Xiaobo, Chinese literary critic, human rights activist (born 1955) passed away. In 2020, Grant Imahara, American electrical engineer, roboticist, and television host (born 1970) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
NASA Chief says China can soon outsmart US in space exploration: But could shape the future of space
In an exciting twist of cosmic competition, China and the United States have sparked a modern space race aimed at lunar exploration. With NASA's Artemis program facing delays, China is quickly advancing its goals. This fierce rivalry focuses on securing lunar resources and establishing a lasting foothold on the Moon, potentially paving the way for humanity's next giant leap towards Mars.
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South China Morning Post
· Jun 21, 2026
Hong Kong only place in China that can adopt model akin to SpaceX, CY Leung says
Hong Kong is the only place in China capable of replicating the financing model of US tech giant SpaceX, which leverages market forces to grow rapidly, former leader Leung Chun-ying has said, urging the city to develop professional services for the emerging aerospace industry. Leung, a vice-chairman of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, the country’s top political advisory body, also called on Hong Kong to make trade-offs when formulating its first five-year plan,...
The New Zealand Herald
· Jun 27, 2026
Space investing boom: Why SpaceX could be the next big frontier – Darcy Ungaro
Space investing boom: Why SpaceX could be the next big frontier – Darcy Ungaro
Utusan Malaysia
· Jun 26, 2026
Malaysia tidak tutup pintu hantar angkasawan ke orbit, bulan
PETALING JAYA: Kerajaan tidak pernah menutup pintu terhadap rancangan menghantar angkasawan negara ke orbit atau bulan pada masa hadapan walaupun tiada pelan khusus dibuat pada masa kini. Menteri Sains, Teknologi dan Inovasi, Chang Lih Kang berkata, sebarang misi itu akan diteliti secara mendalam berdasarkan kepentingan sains, pulangan strategik kepada negara dan kedudukan kewangan semasa kerajaan. ... Read more The post Malaysia tidak tutup pintu hantar angkasawan ke orbit, bulan appeared first on Utusan Malaysia.
The korea Herald News
· Jul 3, 2026
Lee pledges push to make South Korea a space power
President Lee Jae Myung pledged Friday to foster South Korea’s space and aerospace industry as a key pillar of national security and a future growth engine, saying global technological competition is rapidly expanding beyond Earth. “Space is becoming a stage of boundless opportunity for countries equipped with advanced technology and industrial capabilities, much like the seas during the age of exploration,” Lee said during a meeting of the National Space Council in Jinju, South Gyeongsang Provi
The Motley Fool
· Jun 22, 2026
SpaceX Could Be Bigger Than China, According to Elon Musk
SpaceX could make more money than China, says SpaceX's CEO. But he doesn't say when.
DNyuz
· Jul 2, 2026
China has 400 private space companies. The West is barely paying attention
China’s private space industry barely existed a decade ago. Today, more than 400 commercial space companies are operating in the country, developing reusable rockets, satellite constellations, space-tourism ventures, and even asteroid-mining projects. While most Western attention remains focused on SpaceX and Elon Musk, a new generation of Chinese entrepreneurs is quietly transforming China’s role in []
Drudge Report
· Jul 9, 2026
Big Tech Now Targeting Native American Land...
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· Jul 10, 2026
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Seeking Alpha
· Jul 5, 2026
Linde: Space Growth Prospects Already At Orbit
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Gizmodo
· Jul 10, 2026
China Just Caught a Rocket Booster for the First Time, Taking Aim at SpaceX
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Off The Press
· Jul 5, 2026
NASA administrator says ‘we are very much in a space race right now’ against China
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman said Sunday that the U.S. is “very much in a space race right now” against China, as the two countries vie to land astronauts on the moon and secure a near-permanent presence on the lunar surface. “The Chinese are moving at incredible speeds, and they are certainly capable of doing what []...Click to read more
The Economic Times
· Jul 3, 2026
India’s space industry hunts for its SpaceX moment
India’s space industry hunts for its SpaceX moment
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· Jun 26, 2026
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The Hill
· Jul 7, 2026
Trump administration eyes offshore space launches
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Foreign Policy In Focus
· Jun 23, 2026
China Strikes Back at the Pentagon’s Rare Earth Bet
The United States is trying to lessen its dependency on minerals controlled by Beijing, but China aims to maintain its dominance. The post China Strikes Back at the Pentagon’s Rare Earth Bet appeared first on Foreign Policy In Focus.
Modern Diplomacy
· Jun 24, 2026
China Defends Huawei and Tech Growth as Premier Rejects Subsidy Claims
Chinese Premier Li Qiang defended China’s rapid advances in artificial intelligence, electric vehicles, semiconductors, quantum technology, and other frontier industries, rejecting claims that the country’s technological success is primarily driven by government subsidies. Speaking at the World Economic Forum’s Summer Davos gathering in Dalian, Li argued that Chinese firms have achieved global competitiveness through heavy [] The post China Defends Huawei and Tech Growth as Premier Rejects Subsidy Claims appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.
The Wall Street Journal - Business
· Jul 3, 2026
How Bezos Learned to Love Trump—and Win More Contracts for Blue Origin
The space company has booked rapid growth under this administration, after the founder spent president’s first term being ‘hated.’
Al Arabiya English
· Jul 5, 2026
Trump Says Moon, Mars, and Space Missions Will Continue
US President Donald Trump says America’s space missions will continue, from the Moon to Mars, adding, “We're gonna go to Mars and we're gonna continue to be way ahead.” #Trump
TASS
· Jul 5, 2026
China may land on Moon before US does it again — NASA chief
We are very much in a space race right now, and the Chinese are moving at incredible speeds, Jared Isaacman said
UPI
· Jun 30, 2026
South Korea links space industry growth to national security
South Korea links space industry growth to national security
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