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Oct 26 2024SCIENCE

What's Up with the NASA Astronaut in the Hospital?

After a mission in space, one NASA astronaut ended up in the hospital. No one knows who it is or why they're there, but NASA says they're just being careful. Remember when astronaut Heidemarie Stefanyshyn-Piper got dizzy after a mission in 2006? Space travel can be tough on the body. The astronauts

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Oct 26 2024SCIENCE

A Space Trip Background: After Space Station, Astronaut Lands in Hospital

After a lengthy stay on the International Space Station, an astronaut from NASA faced a medical issue and was rushed to a hospital. This happened after the SpaceX capsule carrying four astronauts—including Americans Narimet Matthew, Michael Barratt, and Jeanette Epps, along with Russian Alexander Gr

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

Why QAnon’s Influence Lives On

Ever since its peak in 2020, the once-prominent conspiracy theory QAnon has faded from public view. But don't be fooled—its beliefs are still alive and well, quietly infiltrating our political discourse. Jesselyn Cook, a journalist and Harvard University fellow, explains that the extreme ideas of QA

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

NASA Boss Wants Probe into Musk-Putin Talks

NASA Administrator Bill Nelson has called for an investigation into reports that SpaceX founder Elon Musk has been in regular contact with Russian President Vladimir Putin since late 2022. The Wall Street Journal's report suggests that Musk and Putin have discussed personal topics, business, and geo

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

SpaceX's Musk and Russian President Putin: A Surprising Connection?

NASA Administrator Bill Nelson has raised eyebrows with his recent comments about SpaceX CEO Elon Musk's alleged conversations with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Speaking at the Semafor's World Economy Summit, Nelson expressed his concerns about the potential implications of these discussions. T

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

Musk's Secret Chats with Putin: A New Twist

Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has been involved in behind-the-scenes talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin since late 2022, according to sources from various governments. These discussions occurred while Russia was engaged in a major conflict with Ukraine, a close ally of the U. S. T

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Oct 26 2024SCIENCE

Astronauts' Ocean Landing: A Story of Delays and Records

Four astronauts—Matthew Dominick, Michael Barratt, Jeanette Epps from NASA, and Alexander Grebenkin from Roscosmos—finally returned to Earth after a long wait due to weather issues. Their SpaceX Dragon Endeavour capsule splashed down in the Gulf of Mexico near Pensacola, Florida, on October 25th at

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Oct 26 2024BUSINESS

Boeing May Sell Space Programs to Focus on Core Business

Boeing, a well-known aerospace company, is considering selling its space-related programs. This includes the Starliner space vehicle and operations at the International Space Station (ISS). The company's new CEO, Kelly Ortberg, is behind this move as part of a strategy to simplify Boeing's portfolio

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

Peabody Pauses on Tobacco Ban: A Different Approach

The Peabody Board of Health decided to put the brakes on a proposed "generational smoking ban" after a lengthy public meeting. This ban aimed to restrict tobacco sales to people born after 2004, gradually phasing out sales over time. Supporters argued it would reduce public health risks without harm

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Oct 26 2024POLITICS

Crypto Groups Back Cruz in Texas Senate Race

Two political action committees linked to the cryptocurrency industry are stepping in to support Senator Ted Cruz, R-Texas, in his close reelection battle against Democratic U. S. Representative Colin Allred. Allred isn't known for being against crypto; he even voted for a key industry bill this yea

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