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Oct 07 2024SCIENCE

Big Rig Reaches Milestone as NASA Preps for Moon Trip

NASA's massive crawler-transporter, used to move heavy launch equipment, just hit a big mileage goal. This happened while they were moving the mobile launcher back to the Vehicle Assembly Building (VAB). The mobile launcher had been tested and upgraded at the launch pad for NASA’s upcoming Artemis I

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Sep 25 2024ENTERTAINMENT

PlayStation Unveils a Treasure Trove of Games: State of Play 2024

PlayStation fans, rejoice! Sony's latest State of Play showcase has dropped, packed with over 20 upcoming PS5 and PS VR2 games from studios around the world. Clocking in at just 30 minutes, this event is a quick-paced highlight reel, but don't worry if you miss something - we've got you covered. Fro

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Sep 19 2024SCIENCE

Harvest Moon Spectacle: A Rare Double Treat

As the moon rose over the Vincent Thomas Bridge in San Pedro on Tuesday night, it was accompanied by a rare celestial phenomenon - a partial lunar eclipse. The skies lit up with a double treat, as a harvest supermoon and partial lunar eclipse put on a show for viewers. But what makes a harvest super

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Sep 19 2024SCIENCE

A Cosmic Spectacle: The Last Night's Supermoon Lunar Eclipse

As the world basked in the glow of the full Harvest Moon, an extraordinary celestial event took place on September 17, 2024. The Supermoon lunar eclipse, visible to over 50% of the world's population, thrilled skywatchers worldwide. This rare phenomenon, where the moon passed through Earth's darkest

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Sep 19 2024SCIENCE

Lunar Eclipse: A Bite Out of the Moon

A Bite Out of the Moon: Understanding Partial Lunar Eclipses The night sky can be a wondrous and awe-inspiring sight, but sometimes it can also be puzzling. Imagine gazing up at the moon, only to notice that a bite has been taken out of it. This striking phenomenon is not caused by a hungry monster

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Sep 17 2024SCIENCE

The Moon's Bite: A Harvest of Celestial Delights

As September's full harvest moon rises in the night sky, a rare celestial event will unfold - a partial lunar eclipse. For about an hour, the moon will appear as if it's missing a bite, thanks to Earth's shadow cast over its surface. But this is no ordinary eclipse; it's an opportunity to observe th

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Sep 16 2024SCIENCE

Moonstruck: The Cosmic Celebration of the Supermoon Eclipse

The stars are aligning for a celestial spectacle that will captivate moon enthusiasts across North America, South America, Africa, and Europe. This Tuesday, a rare event will unfold as the full moon coincides with a partial lunar eclipse, offering a unique opportunity to witness the moon's surface p

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Sep 16 2024TECHNOLOGY

Moonbound: NASA's Next $117M Step Towards Uncovering the Moon's Secrets

The recent awarding of $116.9 million to Intuitive Machines for the delivery of six NASA payloads to the Moon's South Pole is a significant step towards unraveling the Moon's mysteries. This is the fourth round of funding for the Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) initiative, and it's clear th

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Sep 15 2024SCIENCE

Sturdy Foundations for the Moon's Future

The moon has long been considered a potential haven for human explorers, but making this vision a reality requires significant infrastructure development. The Lunar Surface Innovation Consortium recently held a workshop to address the complex challenges of constructing launch and landing facilities,

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Sep 13 2024SCIENCE

Get Ready to Moon-gaze: Observe the Moon Night is Coming!

One of the most significant events in the astronomy calendar is approaching - International Observe the Moon Night, taking place on September 14. This worldwide celebration encourages people to explore the wonders of the moon, fostering a sense of community and promoting lunar science. But what exac

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