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The Sky Isn't The Limit Anymore: What Space Weapons Mean For Us | Women, Actually
In this episode of Women, Actually, host Oonagh Gonzales explores the startling reality that space is no longer a peaceful sanctuary but an active military theater. The discussion centers on the U.S. Space Force’s official acknowledgment in late 2024 that it has deployed directed energy weapons in orbit. These are not the flashy laser battles of science fiction, but precise, bureaucratic tools designed to dazzle or disable adversary satellites. This episode breaks down what 'dazzling' actually means: blinding sensors and disrupting communications without leaving physical debris, yet causing…
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