NASA overhauls plan to bring samples from Mars back to Earth

Via: Perrie Halpern  •  News & Politics  •  8 Comments  •  3 Likes  •  3 months ago

“NASA on Tuesday announced an overhaul to its plan to collect samples from Mars and return them to Earth.”

China says 53 dead after 7.1-magnitude earthquake strikes Tibet

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“A 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck near one of Tibet's holiest cities on Tuesday, killing at least 53 people, Chinese state media reported.”

Ukraine launches new offensive in Kursk, Russia

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“Ukraine launched a surprise new offensive in Russia's Kursk region on Sunday, aiming to strike back after months under pressure ahead of...”

Jeff Baena, writer-director married to Aubrey Plaza, dead at 47

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“Jeff Baena, an independent filmmaker best known for directing "Life After Beth" and co-writing "I Heart Huckabees," died Friday, according to the...”

Soldier who died in Cybertruck left writing criticizing government, authorities say

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“A decorated Army veteran suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder called U.S. government leadership "weak" and appeared to acknowledge he...”

New Orleans attacker transformed from a model soldier into an ISIS supporter

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“BEAUMONT, Texas — Shamsud-Din Jabbar's high school friends knew him as "Sham" — a good student with a quiet disposition and a bright future.”

Texas man kills 15 on New Orleans' Bourbon Street after driving truck with ISIS flag through crowd

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“A Texas man plowed a pickup truck flying an ISIS flag through New Year's Day revelers on Bourbon Street in New Orleans on Wednesday, killing 15 and...”

New Year 2025: World waves goodbye to tumultuous 12 months

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“The 2024 send-off soirees are getting going across the United States after a huge swath of the globe has already said hello to the new year.”

FBI to sports leagues: Star athletes' social media bling may attract cross-border burglary crews

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“The FBI is warning sports leagues that star athletes who display valuables on social media are vulnerable to burglars familiar with their...”

Former President Jimmy Carter dies at 100

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“Jimmy Carter, the 39th president and human rights advocate who worked after leaving office to broker international peace, has died at 99.”