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NASA sent 10 million cinnamon basil seeds into orbit aboard Endeavour in 2007; the project brought space-flown seeds into classrooms and helped nearly 1 million students test plant-growing designs

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NASA sent 10 million cinnamon basil seeds into orbit aboard Endeavour in 2007; the project brought space-flown seeds into classrooms and helped nearly 1 million students test plant-growing designs

The seeds were being carried by teacher-turned-astronaut Barbara Morgan, who was finally making her long-awaited journey into space after a 22-year wait A seed does not look like much. Tucked into a packet, it is barely noticeable, carrying the promise of a plant in a form that seems almost impossibly small. But in 2007, millions … Read more

SpaceX’s Starship reaches orbit after engine issue, to deploy 26 Starlink satellites

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SpaceX Starship enters Earth orbit after a successful orbital insertion burn. (REUTERS/Steve Nesius) (REUTERS)

SpaceX’s Starship lifted off and reached Earth’s orbit for the first time, marking a major milestone for the rocket after an engine shut down unexpectedly during its ascent. The spacecraft later completed its orbital insertion burn and is now set to continue its planned mission around Earth. SpaceX Starship enters Earth orbit after a successful … Read more

US admits weapons are in orbit — Why China is warning of a new space arms race

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US Space Force weapons in orbit spark China warning over a possible space arms race. (Unsplash/ Representational)

China has warned the US against expanding its military presence in space after Washington publicly acknowledged that the US Space Force has operational weapons in orbit. Beijing said the move could increase the risk of an arms race in outer space. US Space Force weapons in orbit spark China warning over a possible space arms … Read more

William Orbit cause of death: How did Grammy-winning producer for Madonna and Blur die at 69?

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Grammy-winning artist William Orbit, known for his collaborations with Pink and Blur, died at 69 on July 23. His family confirmed his death in an Instagram post, expressing sorrow and asking for privacy during their time of loss. (X@Rowetta)

William Orbit, the Grammy-winning artist and producer renowned for his collaborations with MadonnaAll Saints, and Blur, passed away on July 23. He was 69 years old. Grammy-winning artist William Orbit, known for his collaborations with Pink and Blur, died at 69 on July 23. His family confirmed his death in an Instagram post, expressing sorrow … Read more