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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 25 2024SCIENCE

Astronaut Hospitalized After Space Mission’s Safe End

After safely splashing down near Florida early Friday morning, a crew of four astronauts were taken to a hospital for check-ups. One of them, a NASA astronaut, remained in the medical facility for a precautionary look-up due to a medical issue, but they're okay. The crew, which spent nearly eight mo

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Oct 25 2024SCIENCE

The SpaceX Polaris Dawn Crew: What Happens to Your Body in Space?

The crew of SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission faced different physical challenges during their space journey. Scott "Kidd" Poteet, a former Air Force pilot, had trouble with his vision. Anna Menon, the mission's medical officer, suffered from space adaptation syndrome, which can cause nausea and vomitin

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Oct 25 2024EDUCATION

Why Were Chicago Board Members Missing in Action?

Let's talk about what happened in Chicago recently. The Chicago City Council wanted to chat about some big money problems in their school system. They invited the CEO of Chicago Public Schools and both the old and new members of the Chicago Board of Education to discuss. Guess who didn't show up? No

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Oct 25 2024POLITICS

Voting Day, Space Flights, and Climate Concerns: What You Need to Know

Tired of voting on Tuesdays? You're not alone. It's been this way for decades, but not all states require employers to give you time off. Meanwhile, big names like Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are busy campaigning in key states before Election Day. They've got some strong opinions about each other

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Oct 25 2024SCIENCE

Homecoming After a Long Space Stay

Four astronauts finally made it back to Earth after a prolonged stay in space. Their journey started in March with SpaceX's Dragon capsule, and they were supposed to be home in September. But technical hiccups with Boeing's Starliner capsule and a hurricane delayed their return. The team included NA

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Oct 25 2024SCIENCE

NASA's Solar Sail Spacecraft Has a Bent Boom, but No Worries!

In space, things don't always go as planned, but that's okay! Take NASA's latest spacecraft, ACS3, for instance. It launched in April and has a fascinating story to tell. One of its four booms, which supports the solar sail that deployed successfully in August, has a slight bend. This was noticed in

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Oct 25 2024FINANCE

Bitcoin Drops Below $65K: Is Crypto's Boom Over?

Cryptocurrencies are having a tough day, with Bitcoin plummeting below $65, 000. This dip follows a broader market trend, reflecting a similar decline in traditional stock markets. Over the past 24 hours, Bitcoin has lost more than 2. 5% of its value, dashing hopes of hitting the $70, 000 mark that

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Oct 25 2024SCIENCE

Astronauts Will Wear Prada: Designing Spacesuits for NASA

Get ready for a fashion-forward space adventure! NASA has teamed up with Prada to create spacesuits for their upcoming Artemis III mission. These aren't your average spacesuits; they're sleek, high-tech, and come with a hefty price tag. But why Prada? The Italian fashion house isn't just about style

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