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NASA’s Swift Space Telescope to Reenter Earth’s Atmosphere in Coming Weeks

NASA’s Swift Telescope Will Reenter Earth in Coming Weeks

Plan to End Leap Seconds Could Change Global Timekeeping

Plan would end leap seconds in global timekeeping

The Leap Second May Be Phased Out as Timekeeping Evolves

Leap seconds may soon be discontinued

SpaceX's Starship to Attempt First Earth Orbit

SpaceX's Starship rocket will attempt to reach Earth orbit for the first time, aiming to deploy 26 Starlink satellites before landing in the Pacific. This marks a significant milestone in preparations for future lunar and Martian missions.

Meteoroids Undergo 7 Stages Before Earth Impact

Researchers analyzed 75 meteorite falls and identified seven distinct stages space rocks go through as they melt, fragment, and slow down upon entering Earth's atmosphere. This pattern may help assess the impact of smaller asteroids.

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Nearly Total Lunar Eclipse Visible Friday

The Moon will enter Earth's umbra this Friday, resulting in a nearly total lunar eclipse. Parts of the phenomenon will be visible in Germany.

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Moon Rocks From Far Side Offer New Insights Into Asteroid Impacts on Earth and Moon

Moon Rocks Reveal New Asteroid Impact Data

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International Moon Day: Exploring the Consequences of the Moon's Disappearance

Moon's Disappearance Would Drastically Impact Earth, Experts Say

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Earth is the third planet from the Sun and the only known location in the universe to harbor life.