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Archive for July 6th, 2023

SpaceX’s Starlink internet satellites ‘leak’ so much radiation that it’s hurting radio astronomy, scientists say

July 6th, 2023 by

Hum from onboard electronics that power SpaceX’s internet-beaming Starlink satellites may disturb radio astronomy observations, a new study has found.

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Reagan Library unveils statue of Sally Ride, debuts song to honor 1st American woman in space

July 6th, 2023 by

Sally Ride now stands tall on the grounds of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library and Museum in California, where a statue of her was unveiled as part of an Independence Day celebration.

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India stacks moon lander, rover atop rocket ahead of July 13 launch (video, photos)

July 6th, 2023 by

India stacked its Chandrayaan 3 moon lander and rover atop their rocket ride on Wednesday (July 5), notching a big milestone ahead of the mission’s planned July 13 launch.

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‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds’ season 2 episode 4 delivers a well-written nod to the original series

July 6th, 2023 by

In this week’s episode of ‘Star Trek: Strange New Worlds,’ not only is there a throwback to the original series pilot, but Lt. Erica Ortegas has her chance to shine.

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Happy Aphelion Day! Earth is at its farthest from the sun for 2023 today

July 6th, 2023 by

Earth reaches the farthest point in its orbit around the sun for 2023, called aphelion, on Thursday (July 6) at a distance of 94,506,364 miles (152,093,250 km).

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When will Ariane 6 fly? Europe’s new heavy-lift rocket battles delays as Ariane 5 era ends

July 6th, 2023 by

Ariane 6 may launch later this year to provide fresh European access to space, but it faces stiff competition from veteran US competitor SpaceX.

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This NASA probe has been revealing stunning moon views for 14 years. How long will it last?

July 6th, 2023 by

Over the 14 years since its launch, the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter has produced images and data proven that have transformed our understanding of the moon. But how much longer can the orbiter last?

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Farewell, Ariane 5! Europe’s workhorse rocket launches 2 satellites on final mission

July 6th, 2023 by

Europe’s Ariane 5 rocket launched for the final time today (July 5) after 27 years of service, sending two communications satellites to orbit.

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