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NASA Asteroid Tracker: 2 Earth-Crossing NEOs Approaching Earth

NASA is currently monitoring two asteroids that are expected to fly close to Earth on Tuesday. According to the agency’s Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS), the trajectories of the approaching asteroids are known to intersect Earth’s orbit.
Image courtesy US Air Force shows the new logo for the United States Space Force, founded 20 December 2019, which was revealed by US President Donald Trump on January 24, 2020

Space Force Developing Weapon Systems To Block Chinese, Russian Satellites

In a move towards protecting the country during a space-based conflict, the U.S. Space Force has unveiled a new weapon system that is capable of blocking the satellites of hostile forces. In a previous report, the agency identified Russia and China as potential threats to the U.S.’ presence in space.
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The Soyuz rocket blasted off to the ISS in September

Russia Halts Soyuz Rocket Production Due To Coronavirus Outbreak

The growing number of COVID-19 cases in Russia has halted the manufacturing of the country’s flagship rocket known as Soyuz. Aside from industrial production, the head of Russia’s space agency also warned that the ongoing pandemic has also affected launch activities.
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Interstellar Comet Oumuamua’s Destructive Origins Revealed By Astronomers

A new study conducted by an international team of astronomers provided a possible explanation regarding the origins and nature of the first interstellar comet to enter the Solar System. According to the astronomers, the comet known as Oumuamua may have originated from a planet that was ripped apart by its host star.
Lyrid Meteor Shower 2015

Lyrid Meteor Show To Peak On April 21

The Lyrid meteor shower, which is caused by the cosmic debris of a passing comet, will reach its peak starting on April 21. The shower is expected to produce about 15 to 18 meteors per hour.
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NASA: 2 Asteroids To Intersect Earth’s Orbit This Week

NASA’s automated asteroid tracking system has detected two asteroids that are expected to approach Earth On Wednesday. According to the data collected by the agency’s Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS), the approaching asteroids have natural orbits that intersect Earth’s path.

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