SpaceX’s latest mission, Polaris Dawn, saw a four-person crew of civilians embarking on a risky journey into Earth’s Van Allen radiation belts to conduct the first commercial spacewalk. The mission lifted off at 5.23am ET from Florida on September 10, 2024, livestreamed on X, the social media platform owned by CEO Elon Musk. This bold trek marks a significant milestone in commercial space exploration, showcasing SpaceX’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of space travel.
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Search for missing snorkeller set to resume in the morning
A snorkeller in his 60s disappeared in the water at Greens Pool in William Bay near Denmark, leading to the closure of the popular tourist beach. Search efforts were suspended for the night but will resume tomorrow with police divers from Perth. The man was visiting WA with his family when he got into distress while snorkelling among the rocks, with rescue crews facing challenges due to poor weather conditions and visibility. Full Article
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