Astronomy Daily: Latest Space News

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Galactic Collision Reconsidered Jun 03, 2025

Show notes

Highlights:
- Rethinking the Milky Way and Andromeda Collision: Explore the latest research challenging the long-held belief that our Milky Way is on a collision course with the Andromeda galaxy. New simulations suggest a nearly 50% chance that these two galaxies may not collide at all within the next 10 billion years, reshaping our understanding of cosmic interactions.
- Robots Revolutionising Solar Power: Discover how the UK Atomic Energy Agency is pioneering the use of robots to construct gigawatt-scale solar power satellites in space. This innovative project aims to harness the intense solar energy available in orbit, potentially providing a continuous stream of clean energy back to Earth.
- Unusual Full Moon in June: Learn about the upcoming Full Moon on June 11, 2025, which will appear unusually low in the northern sky. This rare event is part of an 18.6-year cycle that influences the Moon's position, creating fascinating celestial patterns that have been observed for millennia.
- Space Launch Highlights: Stay updated on the latest launches from SpaceX and Rocket Lab, including a historic Axiom mission featuring a diverse international crew. With multiple Starlink deployments and significant milestones for human spaceflight, the commercial space sector is rapidly evolving and expanding access to space.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily
01:10 - Rethinking the Milky Way and Andromeda collision
10:00 - Robots revolutionising solar power
15:30 - Unusual Full Moon in June
20:00 - Space launch highlights
✍️ Episode References
Milky Way and Andromeda Research
[Nature Astronomy](https://www.nature.com/)
UK Atomic Energy Agency Solar Project
[UKAEA](https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-atomic-energy-authority)
Lunar Standstill Cycle
[NASA Moon Phases](https://moon.nasa.gov/)
SpaceX Launch Updates
[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com/)
Rocket Lab Launch Information
[Rocket Lab](https://www.rocketlabusa.com/)
Astronomy Daily
[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)
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Blue Origin's Latest Milestone, Sharper Black Hole Images, and Titan's Dragonfly Mission Jun 02, 2025

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Highlights:
- Blue Origin's Latest Milestone: Join us as we celebrate Blue Origin's successful 12th crewed suborbital mission aboard the New Shepard, where space tourists experienced the breathtaking views of Earth and the sensation of weightlessness. This achievement marks another step forward in commercial space tourism, showcasing the reusable capabilities of the New Shepard vehicle.
- Unprecedented Black Hole Imaging: Dive into the groundbreaking results from the Event Horizon Telescope, which has captured the sharpest images of black holes ever seen from Earth. With enhanced resolution at 345 GHz, scientists can now observe the behaviours of supermassive black holes in unprecedented detail, revealing insights into their magnetic environments and the dynamics surrounding them.
- Spectacular Aurora Displays: Discover the stunning auroras that lit up the skies across North America and beyond, triggered by a powerful coronal mass ejection. This event created breathtaking light shows, visible as far south as Sandy Kaye, and even delighted observers in New Zealand with vibrant displays of the Aurora Australis.
- NASA's Dragonfly Mission to Titan: Journey with us as we look ahead to NASA's upcoming Dragonfly mission, set to launch in July 2028. This revolutionary nuclear-powered rotorcraft will explore Titan, Saturn's largest moon, investigating its unique methane-rich environment and the chemical processes that may shed light on the origins of life.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily
01:10 - Blue Origin's latest milestone
10:00 - Unprecedented black hole imaging
15:30 - Spectacular aurora displays
20:00 - NASA's Dragonfly mission to Titan
✍️ Episode References
Blue Origin Updates
[Blue Origin](https://www.blueorigin.com/)
Event Horizon Telescope Findings
[Event Horizon Telescope](https://eventhorizontelescope.org/)
Aurora Reports
[NOAA Space Weather](https://www.swpc.noaa.gov/)
Dragonfly Mission Details
[NASA Dragonfly](https://www.nasa.gov/dragonfly)
Astronomy Daily
[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)
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The Earliest Galaxy Unveiled, Asteroid Apophis Awaits, and Betelgeuse's Hidden Companion May 31, 2025

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Highlights:
- The Earliest Galaxy Discovered: Join us as we unveil the groundbreaking discovery by the James Webb Space Telescope, which has detected the earliest galaxy known to humanity, MAM Z14. Existing just 280 million years after the Big Bang, this remarkable find challenges our understanding of galaxy formation and reveals the presence of heavier elements, hinting at even more ancient galaxies yet to be discovered.
- Europe's Ambitious Apophis Mission: Explore the European Space Agency's daring Ramses mission, set to study the infamous asteroid Apophis during its close approach to Earth in 2029. With plans to land on the asteroid, this mission promises to enhance our understanding of planetary defence and the dynamics of near-Earth objects.
- SpaceX's Starship Saga Continues: Get the latest on SpaceX's ninth Starship test flight, which faced challenges leading to the loss of the upper stage. Despite setbacks, the mission marks significant progress in the reuse of super heavy boosters and the experimental nature of space exploration.
- The Mystery of Betelgeuse: Delve into the enigma surrounding Betelgeuse, one of the night sky's most recognisable stars. As astronomers investigate the possibility of a hidden companion influencing its peculiar brightness fluctuations, we explore how this discovery could reshape our understanding of massive star evolution.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily
01:10 - The earliest galaxy discovered
10:00 - Europe's ambitious Apophis mission
15:30 - SpaceX's Starship saga continues
20:00 - The mystery of Betelgeuse
✍️ Episode References
James Webb Space Telescope
[NASA JWST](https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/webb/main/index.html)
Apophis Mission Details
[European Space Agency](https://www.esa.int/)
SpaceX Updates
[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com/)
Betelgeuse Research
[Hubble Space Telescope](https://hubblesite.org/)
Astronomy Daily
[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)
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Journey to Mars: Musk's Vision, Atmospheric Breakthroughs, and the Mystery of Teleios May 30, 2025

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Highlights:
- Elon Musk's Ambitious Mars Plans: Explore SpaceX CEO Elon Musk's bold timeline for sending an uncrewed starship to Mars by the end of 2026. This mission aims to coincide with a crucial launch window, but Musk acknowledges the challenges ahead, including the need for humanoid robots to simulate human crews.
- Breakthrough Discovery in Mars's Atmosphere: Dive into the recent findings from NASA's MAVEN mission, which has finally observed atmospheric sputtering on Mars. This long-sought phenomenon reveals how solar particles erode the Martian atmosphere, providing crucial insights into the planet's climatic history.
- Unprecedented Views of the Sun's Corona: Witness the revolutionary observations of the Sun's outer atmosphere, the corona, using an advanced adaptive optic system. Discover stunning details of coronal rain and previously unseen plasma features, shedding light on solar dynamics and mysteries.
- Europa's Dynamic Surface: Journey to Jupiter's moon Europa, where recent James Webb Space Telescope observations indicate a surprisingly active surface. The presence of both amorphous and crystalline ice suggests ongoing geological processes and the potential for a subsurface ocean.
- The Perfectly Circular Object Teleios: Uncover the mystery of Teleios, a remarkably symmetrical supernova remnant discovered in our Milky Way. With an astonishing circularity score, this celestial bubble raises questions about its formation and the nature of stellar explosions.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily
01:10 - Elon Musk's ambitious Mars plans
10:00 - Breakthrough discovery in Mars's atmosphere
15:30 - Unprecedented views of the Sun's corona
20:00 - Europa's dynamic surface
25:00 - The perfectly circular object Teleios
✍️ Episode References
SpaceX Mars Plans
[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com/)
MAVEN Mission Findings
[NASA MAVEN](https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/maven/main/index.html)
Solar Observations
[Big Bear Solar Observatory](http://www.bbso.njit.edu/)
Europa Research
[James Webb Space Telescope](https://www.jwst.nasa.gov/)
Teleios Discovery
[Murchison Widefield Array](https://www.mwatelescope.org/)
Astronomy Daily
[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)
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NASA's Astronauts Adjust, A Cosmic Mystery Unveiled, China's Latest Launch May 29, 2025

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Highlights:
- NASA Astronauts' Unexpected Journey: Join us as we follow the incredible recovery of NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who returned from what was meant to be an eight-day mission but turned into a nine-month stay aboard the International Space Station. Hear about their challenges and progress as they readjust to life on Earth after an extended period in microgravity.
- The Enigmatic ASCAP J1832: Delve into the mystery of ASCAP J1832, a cosmic object that pulses every 44 minutes in both radio waves and X-rays. This unique star challenges our understanding of stellar behaviour and has scientists puzzled as they investigate its unusual emissions and potential classification.
- China's Tianwen 2 Mission: Discover China's ambitious Tianwen 2 mission, launched to collect samples from a living fossil asteroid known as Kamo Oalawa. This groundbreaking mission could provide valuable insights into the early solar system and showcases China's growing capabilities in space exploration.
- A Busy Week in Space Launches: Get the latest on a flurry of rocket launches around the globe, including SpaceX's ongoing Starlink deployments and Blue Origin's upcoming New Shepard mission. This segment highlights the rapid advancements in space technology and the increasing frequency of launches.
- Earth's Cosmic Future: Explore unsettling research revealing potential risks to Earth's long-term orbital stability due to passing stars. While the chances of catastrophic events remain low, these findings offer a fascinating glimpse into the dynamics of our solar system and the future of our planet.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily
01:10 - NASA astronauts' unexpected journey
10:00 - The enigmatic ASCAP J1832
15:30 - China's Tianwen 2 mission
20:00 - A busy week in space launches
25:00 - Earth's cosmic future
✍️ Episode References
NASA Astronauts Recovery
[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov/)
ASCAP J1832 Discovery
[Chandra X-ray Observatory](https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/chandra/main/index.html)
Tianwen 2 Mission Details
[China National Space Administration](http://www.cnsa.gov.cn)
Space Launch Updates
[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com/)
Orbital Stability Research
[Planetary Science Institute](https://www.psi.edu)
Astronomy Daily
[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)
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SpaceX's Ninth Starship Flight, A Hidden Dwarf Planet, and Europa's Future Habitable Zone May 28, 2025

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Highlights:
- SpaceX's Ninth Starship Test Flight: Join us as we explore the rollercoaster journey of SpaceX's ninth Starship test flight. Witness the impressive achievements of the Super Heavy booster, the first to be reused, and the challenges faced during the mission, including the dramatic loss of the second stage during its descent.
- A Major Discovery in the Outer Solar System: Exciting news for planetary scientists as a newly confirmed dwarf planet, 2017 of 201, is revealed. This significant find, measuring approximately 700 kilometres across, challenges existing theories about the outer solar system and hints at more undiscovered celestial bodies lurking in the shadows.
- The Future of Europa: Delve into the intriguing possibilities for Europa as our sun evolves. In about 12 billion years, this icy moon could develop a tenuous water vapour atmosphere, potentially creating a brief window for habitability as it shifts into the habitable zone.
- Rare Binary Star System Discovery: Discover the remarkable findings from Chinese astronomers who identified a rare binary star system featuring a pulsar whose radiation is intermittently blocked by its companion star. This observation sheds light on stellar evolution and the dynamics of binary systems.
- Expanding the Search for Life to Exomoons: A new study suggests that moons orbiting giant planets could be more common sites for habitability than previously thought. Researchers model how large exomoons might form and thrive, expanding our understanding of where to look for extraterrestrial life.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily
01:10 - SpaceX's ninth Starship test flight
10:00 - A major discovery in the outer solar system
15:30 - The future of Europa
20:00 - Rare binary star system discovery
25:00 - Expanding the search for life to exomoons
✍️ Episode References
SpaceX Updates
[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com/)
Dwarf Planet Discovery
[Institute for Advanced Study](https://www.ias.edu/)
Europa Research
[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov/)
Binary Star System Findings
[National Astronomical Observatories of China](http://www.naoc.cas.cn/)
Exomoon Study
[Astronomy and Astrophysics](https://www.aanda.org/)
Astronomy Daily
[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)
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SpaceX's Starship Reusability, Ancient Galaxies' Secrets, and the Cosmic Dawn Unveiled May 27, 2025

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Highlights:
- SpaceX's Pivotal Ninth Starship Test Flight: Join us as we delve into the significance of SpaceX's upcoming ninth Starship test flight, marking the first reuse of a Super Heavy booster. With the mission set for May 27, we explore the advancements made since previous flights and the ambitious objectives that lie ahead.
- A Surprising Discovery in Galaxy Evolution: Astronomers have identified a massive galaxy, Ruby's UDS QGZ7, that halted star formation merely 700 million years after the Big Bang. This revelation challenges existing theories about galaxy development and suggests a need to rethink our understanding of cosmic evolution.
- Potential Threats from Venus Co-Orbital Asteroids: Uncover a new category of asteroids co-orbiting with Venus that may pose a significant threat to Earth. With their elusive nature and chaotic orbits, these objects could challenge our current planetary defence strategies.
- Scientific Treasures from SpaceX's Dragon Capsule: Celebrate the successful return of SpaceX's Dragon capsule, which brought back 6,700 pounds of scientific equipment from the International Space Station. Discover the groundbreaking experiments and materials that could revolutionise spacecraft design and satellite maintenance.
- The Cosmic Powerhouses of the Early Universe: Explore how tiny dwarf galaxies played a crucial role in reionising the universe after the Big Bang, clearing the primordial fog and transitioning our cosmos from darkness to light. This discovery highlights the importance of small entities in driving significant cosmic transformations.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily
01:10 - SpaceX's pivotal ninth Starship test flight
10:00 - A surprising discovery in galaxy evolution
15:30 - Potential threats from Venus co-orbital asteroids
20:00 - Scientific treasures from SpaceX's Dragon capsule
25:00 - The cosmic powerhouses of the early universe
✍️ Episode References
SpaceX Updates
[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com/)
Galaxy Evolution Research
[Max Planck Institute for Astronomy](https://www.mpia.de/)
Planetary Defence Strategies
[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov/)
International Space Station Research
[NASA ISS](https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/station/main/index.html)
Dwarf Galaxies Study
[Hubble Space Telescope](https://hubblesite.org/)
Astronomy Daily
[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)
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New Microbial Discoveries, Exoplanetary Controversies, and Music's Cosmic Journey May 26, 2025

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Highlights:
- New Bacterium in Space: Dive into the fascinating discovery of a new bacterium, Nyalia tiangongensis, aboard China's Tiangong Space Station. This microscopic organism, never before documented on Earth, raises intriguing questions about microbial adaptation and evolution in the harsh conditions of space.
- Controversy Over Exoplanet Life: Explore the heated debate surrounding potential signs of life on the exoplanet K2 18B. While initial findings suggested the presence of molecules indicative of biological processes, recent analyses cast doubt on these claims, highlighting the challenges of detecting extraterrestrial life.
- The Nature of Light: Uncover the extraordinary properties of light as it travels across the universe. A recent exploration reveals how light maintains its energy over vast distances, offering a mind-bending perspective on the relationship between light, time, and space.
- Pulsar Fusion's Ambitious Propulsion Concept: Get excited about Pulsar Fusion's innovative Sunbird migratory transfer vehicle, which aims to revolutionise interplanetary travel with its dual direct fusion drive engines. This remarkable technology could significantly reduce travel times to Mars and beyond.
- Music Among the Stars: Celebrate the intersection of art and science as the European Space Agency prepares to transmit Johann Strauss's Blue Danube into space to commemorate the composer's 200th birthday. This unique event reflects humanity's desire to share cultural treasures with the cosmos.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily
01:10 - New bacterium in space
10:00 - Controversy over exoplanet life
15:30 - The nature of light
20:00 - Pulsar Fusion's ambitious propulsion concept
25:00 - Music among the stars
✍️ Episode References
Tiangong Space Station Research
[China Space Station](https://www.cmse.gov.cn/)
K2 18B Research
[Cambridge University](https://www.cam.ac.uk/)
Light and Space Exploration
[NASA](https://www.nasa.gov/)
Pulsar Fusion Technology
[Pulsar Fusion](https://www.pulsarfusion.com/)
Blue Danube Transmission
[European Space Agency](https://www.esa.int/)
Astronomy Daily
[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)
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SpaceX's Next Steps, Lunar Magnetic Anomalies, and Mars' Ancient Water Trail May 24, 2025

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Join Anna in this engaging episode of Astronomy Daily as she navigates through the latest cosmic developments and intriguing discoveries from our solar system. This episode is brimming with insights, from SpaceX's innovative strides to the mysteries of the Moon and Mars.
Highlights:
- SpaceX's Starship Flight 8 Mishap: Uncover the details behind the failure of SpaceX's Starship Flight 8, including the hardware issues that led to its dramatic breakup during re-entry. Learn about the modifications being implemented for future flights and what this means for the ambitious Starship programme.
- Celebrating 450 Successful Falcon 9 Landings: Revel in SpaceX's achievement of its 450th successful Falcon 9 landing, marking a significant milestone in rocket reusability and the rapid expansion of the Starlink constellation.
- Lunar Magnetic Mystery Solved: Delve into the latest research explaining why some lunar rocks exhibit strong magnetic signatures despite the Moon lacking a magnetic field today. Discover how ancient asteroid impacts may have temporarily amplified the Moon's magnetic environment.
- Mars Water Mystery Unravelled: Explore groundbreaking findings that reveal the fate of Mars's ancient water, highlighting the slow infiltration process into underground reservoirs and the unique conditions that contributed to the planet's transformation.
- Japan's Resilience Lunar Lander Update: Get excited about Japan's Resilience lunar lander as it prepares for its historic landing attempt on June 5th. Discover the scientific payloads it carries, including a miniature rover designed to collect lunar regolith and contribute to our understanding of the Moon.
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Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily
01:10 - SpaceX's Starship Flight 8 mishap
10:00 - Celebrating 450 successful Falcon 9 landings
15:30 - Lunar magnetic mystery solved
20:00 - Mars water mystery unravelled
25:00 - Japan's Resilience lunar lander update
✍️ Episode References
SpaceX Updates
[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com/)
Lunar Magnetic Research
[MIT](https://www.mit.edu/)
Mars Water Study
[University of Texas at Justin](https://www.utexas.edu/)
Japan's Resilience Lunar Lander
[Ispace](https://www.ispace-inc.com/)
Astronomy Daily
[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)
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SpaceX's Starship Milestone, Blue Origin's Lunar Leap, and Titan's Chemical Secrets May 23, 2025

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Join Anna in this enlightening episode of Astronomy Daily as she navigates through the latest breakthroughs in space exploration and technology. From SpaceX's ambitious Starship programme to Blue Origin's lunar aspirations, this episode is packed with insights that highlight humanity's relentless quest to explore the cosmos.
Highlights:
- SpaceX's Starship Launch Approval: Discover how the Federal Aviation Administration has granted SpaceX the green light for its ninth Starship test flight, following a thorough review of past mishaps. This approval marks a significant milestone in SpaceX's efforts to develop the world's largest rocket system, paving the way for future lunar and Martian missions.
- Blue Origin's Lunar Landings: Get excited about Blue Origin's plans to land an uncrewed prototype of its lunar lander on the Moon's south pole by the end of the year. With impressive payload capabilities, this mission aims to establish Blue Origin as a key player in NASA's Artemis programme.
- NASA's Dragonfly Mission to Titan: Venture to Saturn’s moon Titan with NASA's Dragonfly rotorcraft, set to launch in 2028. This innovative mission will explore Titan's unique organic chemistry and investigate the prebiotic processes that could shed light on the origins of life on Earth.
- Dawn Aerospace's Aurora Spaceplane: Learn about Dawn Aerospace's revolutionary approach to suborbital flight with its Aurora spaceplane. By selling spaceplanes to customers instead of operating them, Dawn is paving the way for a more scalable model of access to space.
- Hermes PF and Multimessenger Astronomy: Explore the Hermes PF mission, designed to enhance our understanding of cosmic events through multimessenger astronomy. This innovative satellite constellation will enable astronomers to pinpoint the origins of gravitational wave events with unprecedented accuracy.
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Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.
Chapters:
00:00 - Welcome to Astronomy Daily
01:10 - SpaceX's Starship launch approval
10:00 - Blue Origin's lunar landings
15:30 - NASA's Dragonfly mission to Titan
20:00 - Dawn Aerospace's Aurora spaceplane
25:00 - Hermes PF and multimessenger astronomy
✍️ Episode References
SpaceX Updates
[SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com/)
Blue Origin Lunar Mission
[Blue Origin](https://www.blueorigin.com/)
NASA's Dragonfly Mission
[NASA Dragonfly](https://www.nasa.gov/dragonfly)
Dawn Aerospace Aurora
[Dawn Aerospace](https://www.dawnaerospace.com/)
Hermes PF Mission
[Hermes PF](https://www.nasa.gov/hermespf)
Astronomy Daily
[Astronomy Daily](http://www.astronomydaily.io/)
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