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California lighting test draws objections to startup’s space-mirror plans
Original report:
Reflect Orbital used ground-based lights in California to simulate its proposed satellite illumination service, the Guardian reported in October 2026. The company promoted emergency-response uses, while environmentalists and astronomers raised concerns about wildlife, sleep and the night sky.
· via the Guardian US
Science
New Zealand Satellite-Trail Composite Sparks AI Claims and Night-Sky Debate
Original report:
Astrophotographer Brendan Larsen combined hundreds of exposures above Mount Taranaki into a striking record of satellite trails. Its viral spread brought accusations of AI generation, alongside discussion about the growing presence of satellites in the night sky.
· via the Guardian NZ