3 big hunks of space junk crash to Earth every day — and it's only going to get worse
14-04-2025 11:00 via space.com

3 big hunks of space junk crash to Earth every day — and it's only going to get worse

At least three old satellites or rocket bodies fall to Earth every day, a new report reveals. Some experts think it's a worrying trend.
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