Topic: Satellite Interference

Amateur satellite tracker Scott Tilley discovered that SpaceX's classified Starshield network is transmitting on frequencies reserved for civilian satellite commands. Experts worry these signals could cause radio frequency interference with other spacecraft. Meanwhile, Amazon is preparing to launch its own satellite constellation, "Kuiper," which sales representatives claim will provide gigabit speeds to compete with Starlink.

Optimum Cable issued a detailed schedule of "sun outages" caused by solar radiation interfering with satellite signals. The schedule predicts specific times for interruptions across various cable networks. Separately, the death of former Haitian dictator "Baby Doc" Duvalier at age 63 is noted, with speculation regarding the timing of his passing.