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Chinese spacecraft lands on far side of moon to collect samples as space rivalry with US grows

A Chinese spacecraft landed on the far side of the moon on Sunday to collect soil and rock samples that could provide insights into differences between the less-explored region and the better-known near side. The landing module touched down at 6:23 a.m. Beijing time in a huge crater known as the South Pole-Aitken Basin, the China National Space Administration said. …

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China launches lunar probe to take samples from far side of the moon

China on Friday launched a lunar probe to land on the far side of the moon and return with samples that could provide insights into differences between the less-explored region and the better-known near side. It is the latest advance in China’s increasingly sophisticated space exploration program, which is now competing with the U.S., still the leader in space. China …

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Lyrid meteor shower peaks this weekend: How to catch a glimpse of the celestial event

The Lyrid meteor shower is underway. But with a nearly full moon in the sky during the peak, it might be tough to see clearly. The Lyrids occur every year in mid-to-late April. This year’s peak activity happens Sunday into Monday, with 10 to 20 meteors expected per hour. Viewing lasts through April 29. MYSTERIOUS FIREBALLS SEEN STREAKING ACROSS CALIFORNIA …

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On this day in history, April 17, 1970, Apollo 13 astronauts return alive, defy odds after space explosion

An incredible human drama in space exploration ended with the miraculous safe return of the three Apollo 13 astronauts on this day in history, April 17, 1970. “In Mission Control, pandemonium erupted,” NASA reports of the joy that overwhelmed the command center after the mission’s capsule splashed down in the South Pacific shorty after noon Central Standard Time, just four …

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Eye injuries after solar eclipse surge following phenomenon

Immediately after Monday’s solar eclipse, the number of people searching Google for eye-related injuries jumped while one doctor in New York City says she treated a surge of patients with eye pain. “I had several patients come in panicking saying ‘I don’t want to go blind,’” Dr. Janette Nesheiwat, a New York City-based double board-certified doctor tells Fox News Digital. …

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Total solar eclipse and unyielding faith: 'Light comes after the darkness'

“The eclipse,” said pastor Jesse Bradley of Auburn, Washington, “is a beautiful picture and reminder of the light that comes after the darkness. Just like the stone that was rolled away from the tomb,and after Hisdeath, Our Saviorrose from the dead as the light of the world.” Bradley is pastor at Grace Community Church outside Seattle — and offered thoughts …

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Solar Eclipse 2024: NASA's 'Moon' X account blocks 'Sun' account on social media: 'Oops I did it again'

A different kind of solar eclipse took place on X Monday courtesy of NASA’s sun and moon social media accounts. Monday marked a rare and highly-anticipated solar eclipse that took place across North America. 15 states experienced a total eclipse where the sun was completely covered by the moon, while all continental states experienced a partial eclipse. NASA covered the …

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Ahead of solar eclipse, NASA seeks public's help in recording strange animal behaviors

NASA is asking for the public’s help in its latest research project. The 2024 solar eclipse, which will occur in North America on April 8, is expected to cause several earthly disturbances, including the behavior of animals. Both physical and auditory animal behaviors will shift during the eclipse, according to NASA. SOLAR ECLIPSE 2024: 8 STRANGE THINGS THAT COULD HAPPEN …

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Solar eclipse 2024: 8 strange things that could happen during the rare event

A rare occurrence in orbit could lead to some strange happenings here on Earth. The North American solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, is expected to hit totality in 15 U.S. states. What can Americans expect to happen in the sky as well as on the ground? SOLAR ECLIPSE 2024: WHERE AND HOW TO VIEW THE RARE ORBIT HITTING THE …

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Solar eclipse quiz: Test how much you know about the 2024 spectacle

On Monday, millions of people around the U.S. will be able to see the moment that the moon passes between the sun and the Earth. This celestial phenomenon is referred to as a solar eclipse — and another total solar eclipse isn’t expected for another 20 years. Because of this, Americans everywhere are gathering together to view the moon’s shadow …

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