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Tom Hanks Celebrates 70th Birthday
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Tom Hanks Celebrates 70th Birthday

Acclaimed actor Tom Hanks has celebrated his 70th birthday, with many outlets reflecting on his iconic career. He reportedly marked the occasion with a dive in Antiparos, Greece.

Artemis II Crew Returns Home After Record Lunar Flyby, Observing Meteor Strikes and Earth-Moon Alignment
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Artemis II Crew Returns Home After Record Lunar Flyby, Observing Meteor Strikes and Earth-Moon Alignment

The Artemis II crew successfully completed a lunar flyby, traveling further from Earth than any human before them and breaking the Apollo 13 distance record. The astronauts are now on their way back home after a milestone-rich mission, bringing with them rich celestial observations including lunar craters, flashes from meteor strikes on the Moon's surface, and the alignment of the Moon and Earth.

Artemis II Crew Sets Distance Record, Enters Lunar Orbit, and Prepares for Far Side Flyby
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Artemis II Crew Sets Distance Record, Enters Lunar Orbit, and Prepares for Far Side Flyby

The Artemis II crew, aboard the Orion spacecraft, has successfully entered the Moon's gravitational sphere of influence, setting a new record for human distance from Earth. The astronauts are now continuing their flyby around the far side of the Moon, promising magnificent views and preparing for a communication blackout.

"Apollo 13" film retrospective marks its 1995 release
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"Apollo 13" film retrospective marks its 1995 release

The film "Apollo 13," released on June 30, 1995, is remembered for powerfully and emotionally bringing to life one of the most dramatic episodes in the history of the American space program. The article reflects on its impact and historical accuracy.

Artemis II Crew Returns Home After Record Lunar Flyby, Capturing 'Earthrise' Photo and Celestial Observations
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Artemis II Crew Returns Home After Record Lunar Flyby, Capturing 'Earthrise' Photo and Celestial Observations

The Artemis II crew successfully completed a lunar flyby, traveling further from Earth than any human before them and breaking the Apollo 13 distance record. The astronauts are now on their way back home after a milestone-rich mission, bringing with them rich celestial observations including a spectacular 'Earthrise' photo, lunar craters, flashes from meteor strikes on the Moon's surface, and the alignment of the Moon and Earth.

Artemis II Mission Progresses Towards Moon, Releases First Photos
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Artemis II Mission Progresses Towards Moon, Releases First Photos

The Artemis II mission continues its journey to the Moon, with astronauts now past the halfway point and sending back early images of Earth. The mission has also released its first extraordinary photos of Earth, faced a social media uproar over an astronaut's PIN incident, and revealed details about iPhones being used on board.

Artemis II Astronauts Capture Stunning New Moon Photos, Including Far Side
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Artemis II Astronauts Capture Stunning New Moon Photos, Including Far Side

Artemis II mission astronauts have captured spectacular new photographs of the Moon and the Orion spacecraft, including the never-before-seen far side, continuing the legacy of iconic space photography and sparking discussion on their scientific and aesthetic value.