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Feb 26 2025SCIENCE

China's New Satellite: What's the Big Deal?

China has sent a new satellite into space. This isn't just any satellite, though. It's called ChinaSat-10R, and it's designed to replace an older one that's been up there since 2011. The launch happened on February 22 from a place called Xichang Satellite Launch Center. This launch was a big deal be

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Feb 25 2025SCIENCE

Asteroid 2024 YR4: From Scary to Safe

A space rock named 2024 YR4 was first seen on December 27, 2024. It was really big, about 131 to 295 feet wide, like a large building. At first, scientists thought it might hit Earth in 2032. But now, they say there's almost no chance of that happening. NASA and the European Space Agency both agree

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Feb 22 2025SCIENCE

SpaceX to Launch NASA's NEO Hunter

NASA has chosen SpaceX to launch a new space telescope. This telescope is designed to search for near-Earth objects, or NEOs. The mission, called NEO Surveyor, will be launched on a Falcon 9 rocket from Florida. The launch is planned for September 2027. The telescope will operate from a special poin

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Feb 22 2025POLITICS

DOGE's Mystery Mission at NASA: What's Really Going On?

Lawmakers want to know more about DOGE's activities at NASA. They think NASA hasn't been clear enough about what DOGE is up to. NASA said DOGE found someone to work at NASA, but didn't say who or what they'll do. Lawmakers want to know who this person is and what they'll do. They're worried about co

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Feb 21 2025TECHNOLOGY

SpaceX's Elon Musk Pushes for Early ISS Retirement

Elon Musk, the CEO of SpaceX, has sparked a debate by suggesting that the International Space Station (ISS) should be retired much sooner than planned. He proposed that the ISS should be deorbited in just two years, rather than waiting until 2030. This idea has raised eyebrows and questions about th

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Feb 21 2025SCIENCE

SpaceX Boss Suggests Early Retirement for Space Station

Elon Musk, the head of SpaceX, recently suggested that NASA should retire the International Space Station (ISS) much sooner than planned. He believes it should happen within the next two years, instead of 2030. This idea has sparked a lot of debate and confusion. Musk made this suggestion on social

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Feb 19 2025SCIENCE

Asteroid 2024 YR4: Should We Be Worried?

A newly discovered asteroid, 2024 YR4, has been making headlines lately. Why? Because there's a small chance it might hit Earth in 2032. NASA's latest estimate puts the odds at 3. 2 percent. That might not sound like much, but it's not zero either. First, let's talk about what this asteroid could d

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Feb 19 2025CELEBRITIES

Rapper Rocky's Acquittal: A Hollywood Drama

In a Hollywood courtroom, a packed audience watched as Rakim Mayers, known to many as ASAP Rocky, was found not guilty of assault charges. This verdict came after a lengthy trial that kept everyone on the edge of their seats. The charges stemmed from a 2021 shooting incident near The W Hotel in Holl

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Feb 18 2025SCIENCE

Asteroid 2024 YR4: A Potential Threat in 2032

A massive asteroid, dubbed 2024 YR4, has caught the attention of scientists worldwide. This space rock, estimated to be between 130 to 300 feet wide, has a 2. 3% chance of colliding with Earth on December 22, 2032. This probability is nearly double what it was when first detected. The asteroid's pot

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Feb 17 2025SCIENCE

Asteroid 2024 YR4: A Close Encounter with Earth?

Asteroid 2024 YR4 is currently making headlines. This space rock is estimated to be between 131 and 295 feet wide. It was spotted by the Gemini South Telescope in Chile on February 7, 2025. The telescope is located high in the Andes mountains. This telescope is a powerful tool for spotting objects i

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