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Barron Trump: Handling the Spotlight and Dating Advice

November 4, 2024

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be in the public eye from a young age? Barron Trump, the youngest son of former President Donald Trump, is learning this firsthand. At just 18, Barron is already a freshman at New York University and has started making waves in the media world. His older brot

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Voyager 1's Journey: A Spacecraft's Resilience Tested

November 4, 2024

Far, far away from Earth, Voyager 1 has been exploring interstellar space. But recently, this trusty spacecraft faced a hiccup. On October 16, its fault protection system kicked in. This safety measure is designed to save power, but it caused a communication blackout. NASA was left wondering what ha

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Congress Members Probe Chandra X-ray Telescope's Future

November 4, 2024

Some lawmakers in the U. S. are digging deeper into NASA's plans for the Chandra X-ray Observatory. This telescope has been around for 25 years and its budget is in trouble. In a letter sent to the Chandra X-ray Center director, Patrick Slane, six members of Congress asked for more details about the

politics

The Secret of Presidential Comfort: A NASA-Inspired Chair Review

November 4, 2024

Imagine sitting in a chair that's been tested by the hands of time, and in this case, the backside of a former U. S. President. That's what I did when I tried out an ergonomic office chair inspired by NASA, the same one used by President George W. Bush. How did I end up in this plush situation? A co

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Stock Markets Boosted by China's Economic Meeting and Oil Price Gains

November 4, 2024

Asia's stock markets were mostly on the rise on Monday, buoyed by China's leaders convening for a significant economic conference. This meeting is expected to bring fresh support for the world's second-largest economy, sparking a positive vibe among investors. The OPEC+ nations also announced they w

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Voyager 1's 80s Comeback: A Cosmic Tale

November 3, 2024

Ever heard of a cosmic explorer that's been floating around space for nearly half a century? That's Voyager 1, NASA's seasoned traveler. In 2023, it hit a few bumps. Initially, some dodgy coding messed up its messages, but NASA sorted that out. Then, surprise surprise, Voyager 1 went quiet again in

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Jon Hopkins and Ólafur Arnalds: A Cosmic Collaboration

November 3, 2024

Imagine this: two brilliant musicians, Jon Hopkins and Ólafur Arnalds, team up with NASA to create a song. This isn't just any song; it's going to the moon! The tune, named "Forever Held, " is part of NASA's new art installation, Space for Earth, which opens to the public in Washington, D. C. The s

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Voyager 1 Switches to an Old Signal, Leaving NASA Puzzled

November 3, 2024

NASA's Voyager 1 spacecraft, currently about 15 billion miles from Earth, has given scientists a bit of a scare. On October 17, it switched its main radio transmitter to a different frequency, leaving NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory team scratching their heads. The spacecraft's Fault Protection Sys

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Squirrel Star Peanut's Surprising End

November 2, 2024

In remote Pine City, New York, a well-known squirrel named Peanut met a sad end. Peanut, who gained fame on social media with his caretaker Mark Longo, was euthanized after authorities seized him and a raccoon named Fred from Longo's home. This happened after some people complained, and officers fro

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SpaceX and NASA: Staying Safe While Moving Fast

November 2, 2024

SpaceX has faced some bumps in the road recently. A NASA safety panel reminded the company to focus on safety for crewed flights. Former astronaut Kent Rominger pointed out issues with SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon spacecraft. He mentioned problems like the July launch failure and engine anoma