The US Approves the Launch of a Mirror Satellite That Can Reflect Sunlight and Illuminate the Earth at Night
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{ "epilogue": "The FCC approved the first launch and a constellation of space mirrors designed to reflect sunlight and illuminate the Earth at night. The decision prompted questions from scientists regarding the regulation of space, while astronomers expressed horror over the proposed satellite." }
Epilogue added 1d ago, after coverage quieted.
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The first sunlight reflecting space mirror has been cleared for launch The Verge · 70d ago broke it first
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