MOON TRIP
'Power rivalry in space': China lunar mission fuels US misinformation
China's Chang'e 6 mission returned with samples from the Moon's far side, sparking misinformation about NASA's Apollo landings. Chinese-language posts falsely claimed the 1969 US moon landing was staged, fueling anti-US sentiment amid the US-China space race. Researchers warn that this misinformation could hinder space diplomacy. The Chinese government has heavily invested in its space program, with plans for a crewed mission by 2030. Meanwhile, the US aims to return astronauts to the Moon by 2026.
SpaceX's mega rocket completes its fourth test flight from Texas without exploding
SpaceX's mega Starship rocket completed its first full test flight from Texas to the Indian Ocean without exploding, marking a milestone for future missions.
World's most powerful rocket Starship set for next launch
Starship, SpaceX's massive prototype rocket that may one day send humans to Mars, is poised for its next flight on Thursday. Its Falcon 9 rockets have come to be workhorses for NASA and the commercial sector, its Dragon capsule sends astronauts and cargo to the International Space Station, and its Starlink internet satellite constellation now covers dozens of countries.
Japan billionaire Maezawa cancels moon trip due to uncertainty over SpaceX rocket development
The tycoon in 2018 launched plans for the lunar flyby voyage. He bought seats for eight traveling companions in 2022 for what would be his second space journey after his 12-day trip to the International Space Station on a Russian Soyuz spacecraft in 2021.
China set to launch high-stakes mission to moon's 'hidden' side
China is set to launch a robotic spacecraft, Chang'e-6, in the coming days to collect soil and rocks from the moon's far side. This marks the first of three technically demanding missions to pave the way for an inaugural Chinese crewed landing and a base on the lunar south pole. Since the first Chang'e mission in 2007, China has made significant strides in lunar exploration, narrowing the technological gap with the United States and Russia.
View: Utter lunacy at Chandni Chowk
Cashing on the moon has become a dead serious business, not just metaphorically. There are plans to use it as a burial site for human remains, giving a new turn to 'Dust thou art, and to dust returneth, from Earth to Moon, and ashes to ashes.' The cargo aboard a recent unsuccessful moon mission of a US company included capsules containing crematoria ashes along with, in a twist of unintended irony, a Japanese soft drink, a publicity gimmick which, if adopted by others, could escalate 'Cola Wars' to new heights of competitiveness.
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Moon cargo like human ashes, drink containers sparks legal debate
An array of unconventional, privately funded plans to exploit the moon, including using it as a site for capsules of human remains, advertising sports drinks, and even building a Christian cross made of the moon's own dirt, has raised concerns about U.S. oversight and legal questions.
Japan's 'Moon Sniper' attempts precision lunar landing
Japan's precision "Moon Sniper" began its "power descent sequence" early Saturday towards the lunar surface, one of several new missions sparked by renewed interest in Earth's natural satellite. - Renewed interest - More than 50 years after the first human Moon landing, many countries and private companies are attempting to make the trip anew.
Japan's 'Moon Sniper' attempts historic lunar landing
With its Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM) mission, Japan wants to become the fifth nation to pull off a fiendishly tricky soft landing on the Moon's rocky surface.
More delays for NASA's moon missions, with crewed landing delayed till 2026
The space agency had planned to send four astronauts around the moon late this year, but pushed the flight to September 2025. The first human moon landing in more than 50 years also got bumped, from 2025 to September 2026. NASA cited safety concerns with its own spacecraft, as well as development issues with the moonsuits and landers coming from private industry.
Peregrine Mission-1: Lander carries DNA of former US presidents and Star Trek icons on moon
Peregrine Mission – 1, is the first US spacecraft to be landing on the moon's surface, after Apollo 17 in 1972. Here's everything to know more.
NASA tests rocket engines that can reduce Mars journey time for manned trips. Here is detail.
NASA rested the RDRE recently at its Marshall Space Flight Center in Alabama, while the first fire test was performed at Marshall in the summer of 2022 in partnership with In Space LLC and Purdue University. What is RDRE and how will it help take spacecraft to Mars?
Barbie, Maestro, Rebel Moon: 15 must-watch movies to stream during your winter break
From heartwarming family tales to gripping dramas, there's something for everyone. Here are 15 must-watch movies that you can stream right now:
Leonardo DiCaprio: Relationship History of the ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ Star & Latest Relationship With Vittoria Ceretti
Leonardo DiCaprio, the acclaimed Hollywood actor who recently starred in “Killer of the Flower Moon,” is reportedly dating Italian model Vittoria Ceretti as rumours are flying around stating that DiCaprio is “completely smitten” by the 25 year-old.
Prada to design NASA spacesuits for Artemis III mission; Will luxury customers be allowed to wear them?
The Artemis III mission is significant for several reasons, it will be the first time humans set foot on the Moon since the Apollo 17 mission in 1972.
China, Russia and the DMZ: all of Kim Jong Un's foreign trips
North Korea's Kim Jong Un is embarking on his first overseas trip since 2019, heading to Russia. After taking power in 2011, Kim did not leave his country for six years. In 2018, he embarked on a 15-month international travel spree. Kim's previous international trips included visits to China, South Korea, Singapore, and Vietnam.
Uber completes 10 yrs in India; says drivers earned over Rs 50,000 cr via platform since 2013
Uber announced that drivers in India have earned over Rs 50,000 crore since 2013, as the ride-hailing app celebrated its 10-year milestone in the country. Uber drivers have covered a distance of 3,300 crore kilometres, equivalent to travelling from Earth to the Moon about 86,000 times. Uber India and South Asia President, Prabhjeet Singh, expressed excitement about the future and the company's contribution to India's techade.
India over the moon about Chandrayaan-3; lunar landing cheers spacetech industry
As the lander of India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission touched down on the lunar surface at around 6:04 pm on Wednesday, India entered the elite club of countries that have successfully landed on the moon. The Indian Space Research Organisation’s (ISRO) second attempt at the landing was successful, making India the first country to land on the satellite’s south pole, and light up the dark side of the moon. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
International Moon Day: Buzz Aldrin's historic lunar journey currently valued at the same price as 22kgs of tomatoes
An interesting tidbit related to International Moon Day emerged when Buzz Aldrin, the second man to set foot on the Moon, revealed the travel expenses he had claimed for his momentous journey—a mere $33.31. This claim, made several decades ago, now holds an intriguing comparison to present-day expenses. While the United States spent over $25 billion (1969 dollar rate) on the Apollo-11 mission, the same amount would only cover a week's worth of a New Yorker's subway pass or buy 22 kg of tomatoes for a Bengalurean.
Preparing mission to study the Sun through Aditya-L1 mission: ISRO Chairman
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is readying its first dedicated polarimetry mission, the X-ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat), to study bright astronomical X-ray sources. Additionally, the Aditya-L1 mission will be used to study the Sun, while discussions are underway to create a satellite to study exoplanets.
Chandrayaan-3 to explore possibility of human settlement on Moon: Science Minister Jitendra Singh
India's Chandrayaan-3 mission will explore the Moon where Chandrayaan-1 left off in 2009. It will search for more evidence of water molecules and possible resources to sustain life. The mission's focus on the unexplored South Pole region could revolutionize lunar science and open doors to future human habitation through startup ventures, Union minister of state for science Jitendra Singh said.
Stock market update: Nifty Pharma index advances 1.06%
The Nifty Pharma index closed 1.06 per cent up at 13767.5.
Stock market update: Nifty Realty index advances 0.53%
The Nifty Realty index closed 0.53 per cent up at 520.0.
Stock market update: Nifty Bank index advances 0.52% in an upbeat market
The Nifty Bank index was trading 0.52 per cent up at 44556.1.
Stock market update: Nifty Auto index advances 1.58% in an upbeat market
The Nifty Auto index was trading 1.58 per cent up at 15074.65.
Stock market update: Nifty Realty index advances 0.44% in an upbeat market
The Nifty Realty index was trading 0.44 per cent up at 519.55.
Stock market update: Nifty Pharma index advances 0.54% in an upbeat market
The Nifty Pharma index was trading 0.54 per cent up at 13696.45.
Meet the man who has flown the distance of 23 trips to the moon on a lifetime airline pass
in addition to the mammoth flying distance, Tom Stuker also used the frequent-flier miles to take long cruise vacations, stay at lavish hotels and have gourmet meals from Perth to Paris
K-pop star Choi Seung-hyun among 8 to join Japan tycoon Yusaku Maezawa's moon trip
The Japanese tycoon launched plans for the lunar voyage in 2018, buying all the seats.
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