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Apr 09 2026POLITICS

China's Moon Plan: Why 2030 Could Be a Gamechanger

China is racing to land astronauts on the moon by 2030, and it’s not just about planting a flag. While NASA’s Artemis program grabs headlines with crewed flybys, Beijing’s ambition reflects a bigger push for space leadership—one that mixes technical skill, strategic timing, and quiet rivalry. The c

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Apr 08 2026SCIENCE

Why a Moon Trip Still Makes Us Go Wow

People got chills last week when astronauts swung past the moon farther than anyone has gone before. Mission Control’s simple three-word call—“Amaze. Amaze. Amaze. ”—matched the reaction of millions watching live feeds. The moon suddenly filled the window, fat and bright, while our blue marble Earth

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Apr 08 2026SCIENCE

The moon's hidden side and Earth's tiny glow: How Artemis II rewrote space travel

For the first time in over fifty years, humans sailed past the moon, not just to visit but to witness sights no one had seen before. The four astronauts—two Americans, one Canadian, and a mix of expertise between pilots and engineers—flew farther from Earth than any humans before them. Their journey

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Apr 07 2026SCIENCE

Artemis II: A New Milestone Beyond Earth

NASA’s Artemis II has taken a giant leap, sending four astronauts on a seven‑hour orbit around the moon that pushes them farther from Earth than any human has ever traveled. The crew, made up of three Americans and one Canadian, reached more than 250 000 miles away during the flyby. This milestone m

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Apr 07 2026FINANCE

Air Lease and Sumisho Air Lease Sign Final Deal, Ready to Merge

Air Lease, a Los Angeles airline leasing firm, has secured the last regulatory green light needed to finish its merger with a unit of Sumisho Air Lease Corporation. The approval clears the final hurdle, allowing the deal to close later this month if all remaining conditions are met. The merger will

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Apr 07 2026FINANCE

New CFO at Azul: Former Embraer Money Boss Steps In

Azul, the Brazilian airline, announced that its long‑time CFO Alex Malfitani will leave his post on April 20. The company said Antonio Carlos Garcia, who previously ran the finances for Embraer, will take over as chief financial officer. Malfitani helped start Azul and has been a key figure in the

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Apr 07 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Inside Springfield Museums: Where Art Meets Blooms for a Spring Spectacle

Every April, the Springfield Museums transform into a vibrant garden of creativity during the Festival of Flowers. Unlike outdoor spring blooms, this event turns indoor spaces into a colorful showcase of floral artistry. Local florists and garden club members craft 54 unique arrangements, each inspi

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Apr 07 2026FINANCE

Seagate's stock hits record after analyst upgrade

Seagate Technology just reached an all-time high in stock value. The surge follows a recommendation from analysts who now rank Seagate as their top choice in data storage hardware. Western Digital, Seagate’s main competitor, also saw a big jump in stock prices along with other companies that make me

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Apr 07 2026FINANCE

Oracle's fresh financial face and the tangled web of layoffs, growth, and stock moves

Oracle just hired Hilary Maxson as its new finance boss, stepping in on April 6, 2026. She’s taking over from Doug Kehring, who helped steer the company through big changes in the past half year. Maxson comes with experience in industrial, software, and cloud worlds—areas where smart spending and st

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Apr 06 2026HEALTH

New Pill Choices Make Weight‑Loss Easier

"It is clear that people who start weight‑loss medicine want a cheaper and simpler option. Doctors say the oral version of Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy is popular because it does not need a needle, can be taken without special timing, and costs less than the injectable. The new Lilly pill, called Foundayo,

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