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Richard Branson’s Virgin Orbit Files for Bankruptcy

The satellite launch company, founded by Richard Branson, announced sweeping cuts last week as it struggled to recover from a high-profile rocket failure in January.

By Kevin Granville

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Virgin Orbit’s Failed Launch Is a Blow to the Company

Richard Branson’s satellite launch company, which hasn’t recovered since a January mishap in Britain, has laid off nearly all its employees.

By Stanley Reed

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Sailboat Crew Rescued After Hitting Whale in Pacific Ocean

After the collision in the Pacific Ocean this month, Rick Rodriguez and three other sailors were rescued by a fellow boater, with an assist from a satellite internet signal.

By Mike Ives

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Virgin Orbit Offers More Details on Rocket Failure

More than 110 miles above earth, the rocket’s second-stage engine prematurely shut down before entering orbit, causing the loss of nine satellites.

By Stanley Reed

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