China’s Space Triumph and a Celestial ’Smiley Face’
Explore China's successful Shenzhou 20 mission to the Tiangong space station, marking a significant milestone in their space exploration efforts. Discover the rare celestial 'smiley face' alignment of Venus, Saturn, and the crescent Moon, captivating stargazers worldwide. Plus, delve into the dramatic disintegration of Comet SWAN as it nears the Sun, offering astronomers a unique opportunity to study cometary behavior. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News.
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https://economictimes.com/news/international/us/shenzhou-20-mission-astronauts-dock-with-tiangong-space-station-heres-what-happened/articleshow/120596549.cms
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AGTITYYpvmE
https://en.mehrnews.com/news/230982/China-launches-Shenzhou-20-crewed-spaceship
https://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2025/04/china-roundup-04242025/
https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/watch-live-as-china-launches-shenzhou-20-astronauts-to-tiangong-space-station-on-april-24
https://www.marthastewart.com/moon-venus-saturn-alignment-april-2025-11719594
https://www.sciencealert.com/rare-smiley-face-moon-about-to-hit-the-sky-with-venus-and-saturn
https://www.instagram.com/reel/DI2No0HxVpJ/
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https://www.space.com/stargazing/see-a-cosmic-smiley-face-in-the-early-morning-sky-as-the-moon-greets-saturn-and-venus-tomorrow
https://www.virtualtelescope.eu/2025/04/22/comet-c-2025-f2-swan-a-new-image-22-apr-2025/
https://universemagazine.com/en/green-comet-c-2025-f2-swan-may-not-have-survived-its-approach-to-the-sun/
https://astro.vanbuitenen.nl/comet/2025F2
https://skyandtelescope.org/online-gallery/comet-c-2025-f2-swan-disintegrated/
https://en.as.com/latest_news/a-missing-comet-remains-visible-from-the-us-how-and-when-to-see-it-n/
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SpaceX’s Milestone Mission and Comet SWAN’s Disintegration
In today's episode, we delve into SpaceX's successful 32nd resupply mission to the ISS, highlighting its scientific payloads and technological advancements. We also cover the unfortunate disintegration of Comet C/2025 F2 (SWAN), which dashed hopes for a celestial spectacle. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.
Sources:
https://www.spacex.com/launches/mission/?missionId=crs-32
https://www.nasa.gov/mission/nasas-spacex-crs-32/
https://issnationallab.org/iss360/spacex-crs32-live-launch-coverage/
https://news.satnews.com/2025/04/21/spacex-launches-nasas-crs-32-commercial-resupply-mission-to-iss/
https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/spacex-launching-dragon-cargo-capsule-to-iss-early-april-21-watch-it-live
https://earthsky.org/space/new-comet-swan25f-april-2025-how-to-see-it/
https://www.virtualtelescope.eu/2025/04/22/comet-c-2025-f2-swan-a-new-image-22-apr-2025/
https://universemagazine.com/en/green-comet-c-2025-f2-swan-may-not-have-survived-its-approach-to-the-sun/
https://skyandtelescope.org/online-gallery/comet-c-2025-f2-swan-disintegrated/
https://www.skyatnightmagazine.com/news/c-2025-f2-swan
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8:44
SpaceX’s Spy Satellite Triumph and Comet SWAN’s Fiery Demise
In today's episode, we delve into SpaceX's successful launch of the NROL-145 mission, marking a significant advancement in U.S. national security with the deployment of spy satellites. We also explore the dramatic disintegration of Comet C/2025 F2 (SWAN) as it neared the Sun, providing astronomers with valuable insights into cometary behavior. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News.
Sources:
https://www.spacex.com/launches/mission/?missionId=nrol-145
https://spaceflightnow.com/2025/04/19/live-coverage-spacex-to-launch-third-nro-mission-in-eight-days/
https://www.nro.gov/news-media-featured-stories/news-media-press-releases/Archived-Press-Releases/Press-Release-Article/Article/4160673/nro-launches-tenth-proliferated-architecture-mission-with-nrol-145/
https://www.spacelaunchschedule.com/launch/falcon-9-block-5-nrol-145/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3Ov9W_GYZA
https://universemagazine.com/en/green-comet-c-2025-f2-swan-may-not-have-survived-its-approach-to-the-sun/
https://www.virtualtelescope.eu/2025/04/22/comet-c-2025-f2-swan-a-new-image-22-apr-2025/
https://earthsky.org/space/new-comet-swan25f-april-2025-how-to-see-it/
https://astro.vanbuitenen.nl/comet/2025F2
https://en.as.com/latest_news/a-missing-comet-remains-visible-from-the-us-how-and-when-to-see-it-n/
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SpaceX’s Dual Triumph: Spy Satellites and ISS Resupply
In today's episode, we delve into SpaceX's recent achievements: the successful launch of the NROL-145 mission for the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office and the SpX-32 Cargo Mission to the International Space Station. Discover how these missions enhance U.S. space reconnaissance capabilities and support the ISS's operations. Join us as we explore the implications of these developments for future space exploration and international relations.
Sources:
https://www.nro.gov/news-media-featured-stories/news-media-press-releases/Archived-Press-Releases/Press-Release-Article/Article/4160673/nro-launches-tenth-proliferated-architecture-mission-with-nrol-145/
https://intelligencecommunitynews.com/nro-launches-nrol-145/
https://www.spacelaunchschedule.com/launch/falcon-9-block-5-nrol-145/
https://www.ssc.spaceforce.mil/Newsroom/Article-Display/Article/4161156/space-systems-command-partners-with-the-national-reconnaissance-office-for-prol
https://spaceinsider.tech/2025/04/21/nro-launches-tenth-proliferated-architecture-mission/
https://www.spacex.com/launches/mission/?missionId=crs-32
https://www.nasa.gov/missions/station/commercial-resupply/spacex-crs/nasas-spacex-32nd-commercial-resupply-mission-overview/
https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/spacex-launching-dragon-cargo-capsule-to-iss-early-april-21-watch-it-live
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OSa5HIa0y-c
https://spacepolicyonline.com/events/launch-of-spx-32-cargo-mission-to-iss-apr-21-2025-ksc/
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NASA Expands Deep Space Network and Comet SWAN’s Dramatic Disintegration
Join us as we explore NASA's latest investment in deep space communication with a new antenna in Australia, enhancing global space exploration efforts. Plus, delve into the intriguing disintegration of Comet C/2025 F2 (SWAN) as it nears the Sun, offering astronomers a rare real-time observation opportunity. Discover the latest developments in space exploration and astronomy on today's episode of Simply News.
Sources:
https://www.instagram.com/p/DIiMo1yR6Op/
https://www.threads.net/@csirogram/post/DIiyXnEtqh0/todays-throwbackthursday-is-twice-as-groundbreaking-in-1964-nasas-canberra-deep-
https://www.nasa.gov/blogs/commercialresupply/2025/04/21/nasas-spacex-crs-32-launch-coverage-underway/
https://www.instagram.com/p/DIfDoilzsXI/
https://bintel.com.au/blogs/news/space-and-astronomy-news-for-the-11th-of-april-2025
https://earthsky.org/space/new-comet-swan25f-april-2025-how-to-see-it/
https://groups.io/g/comets-ml/message/33635
http://www.aerith.net/comet/weekly/current.html
https://bintel.com.au/blogs/news/space-and-astronomy-news-for-the-11th-of-april-2025
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