Highlights in Science: Satellites, Space Rocks, and Environmental Monitoring

Recent updates in science include China's Geespace launching 10 low-orbit satellites for its megaconstellation, Europe's last Vega rocket launching an observation satellite, and South African scientists unveiling a motorcycle-sized meteorite fragment discovered in the Eastern Cape province.

Recent developments in the science world feature China's Geespace launching a batch of 10 low-orbit satellites, aiming to rival SpaceX's Starlink. The launch occurred at the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre.

In Europe, Arianespace launched its last Vega rocket, successfully placing the Sentinel-2C satellite into orbit to monitor Earth's environment. The launch took place in French Guiana.

Meanwhile, South African scientists revealed a fragment of a large meteorite found in the Eastern Cape province, following reports of a bright streak of light and an explosive sound in late August.

(With inputs from agencies.)