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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. Sources: 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/ https://www.livescience.com/space/astronomy/two-planets-will-form-a-smiley-face-with-the-moon-on-april-25-heres-where-to-look 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/

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

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/

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/

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

Blue Origin makes history with its first all-women spaceflight, featuring a diverse crew from various fields. Meanwhile, NASA expands its Deep Space Network in Australia with a cutting-edge dish, enhancing global space communication. Discover the significance of these milestones and their impact on the future of space exploration and gender diversity. Sources: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/gayle-king-space-launch-blue-origin-live-stream/ https://abcnews.go.com/US/blue-origin-rocket-female-crew-including-katy-perry/story?id=120779187 https://www.instagram.com/p/DIb1xOJswOh/ https://www.space.com/space-exploration/private-spaceflight/katy-perry-and-gayle-king-launch-to-space-with-4-others-on-historic-all-female-blue-origin-rocket-flight https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCXKQhDWP44 https://www.nasa.gov/blogs/spacestation/2025/04/ https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/nasa-astronaut-don-pettit-crewmates-complete-space-station-expedition/ https://aiaa.org/tag/getting-new-dish/ https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/news/ https://www.criticalcomms.com.au

Join us as we explore Blue Origin's historic NS-31 mission, marking the first all-female crew in space since 1963, featuring pop star Katy Perry. Discover the groundbreaking achievements of the James Webb Space Telescope, including the detection of the most distant hydrogen emission and auroras on Neptune. Plus, learn about NASA's new communication dish in Australia, enhancing our deep space network capabilities. Tune in for these stories and more on Simply News. Sources: https://abcnews.go.com/US/blue-origin-rocket-female-crew-including-katy-perry/story?id=120779187 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/gayle-king-space-launch-blue-origin-live-stream/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y8dNL1Qh_Ck https://www.instagram.com/p/DIXdleyNEEQ/ https://people.com/blue-origin-female-crew-launches-lauren-sanchez-katy-perry-and-gayle-king-to-space-11712204 https://webbtelescope.org/contents/news-releases/2025/news-2025-118 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCZ4RP5XgJU https://thedebrief.org/james-webb-space-telescope-captures-a-planet-being-consumed-by-its-star-for-the-first-time-with-unexpected-results/ https://esawebb.org/news/weic2509/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7Q06j94j9U https://aiaa.org/tag/getting-new-dish/ https://bintel.com.au/blogs/news/space-and-astronomy-news-for-the-11th-of-april-2025 https://www.instagram.com/p/DIfDoilzsXI/ https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/news/nasa-aims-to-fly-first-quantum-sensor-for-gravity-measurements/ https://www.nasa.gov/communicating-with-missions/

Explore the celestial spectacle of Comet SWAN, visible for the first time in 740,000 years, and learn about its viewing opportunities. Plus, delve into the delays facing United Launch Alliance's Vulcan Centaur rocket as it prepares for its inaugural U.S. Space Force mission. Discover the factors influencing these developments and what they mean for future space exploration. Sources: https://www.astronomy.com/observing/c-2025-f2-swan-a-new-comet-is-in-the-spring-sky/ https://theskylive.com/c2025f2-info https://earthsky.org/space/new-comet-swan25f-april-2025-how-to-see-it/ https://www.timeanddate.com/news/astronomy/comet-c-2025-f2-swan https://www.space.com/the-universe/comets/what-to-expect-from-the-newfound-comet-swan-an-observers-guide https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/a-newly-discovered-and-brilliantly-green-comet-is-dazzling-astronomers-heres-what-to-know-about-the-glowing-celestial-visitor-180986414/ https://www.foxweather.com/earth-space/comet-swan-viewing-april-2025 https://www.space.com/32286-space-calendar.html https://news.satnews.com/2025/04/14/ulas-amazon-project-kuiper-now-set-for-april-28-launch/ https://www.bizjournals.com/albuquerque/inno/stories/news/2025/04/11/nm-firm-supports-historic-spacex-launch.html https://www.bcsatellite.net/blog/project-kuiper-prepares-operational-satellite-launch-on-april-28/ https://manhattan.institute/article/us-space-policy-the-next-frontier https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_NRO_launches https://news.satnews.com/2025/04/15/ulas-launch-of-amazon-project-kuiper-now-is-ytbd/ https://w5fc.org/2025/04/12/skynet-4-12-25-shuttle-discovery-move-to-houston-constellation-centaurus-the-centaur-9-pm-ct/2/ https://news.satnews.com/?_page=286&mobile-app=true&theme=dark https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x9hy34w

Join us as we explore SpaceX's upcoming CRS-32 mission to the International Space Station, set for April 21, 2025, and delve into the groundbreaking discovery by the James Webb Space Telescope of the most distant hydrogen glow ever observed. We also discuss the challenges faced by Skyora in the 'space taxi' market and the latest advancements in urban air mobility. Tune in for these stories and more on Simply News. Sources: https://overlookhorizon.com/nasas-spacex-32nd-commercial-resupply-mission-overview/ https://plus.nasa.gov/scheduled-video/nasas-spacex-32nd-commercial-resupply-services-launch/ https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1080864 https://science.nasa.gov/science-research/biological-physical-sciences/atomic-clock-and-plant-dna-research-launching-aboard-nasas-spacex-crs-32-mission/ https://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2025/04/launch-roundup-041425/ https://spacecoastdaily.com/2025/04/spacex-nasa-set-to-launch-32nd-iss-resupply-launch-from-kennedy-space-center-on-monday-april-21/ https://www.spacelaunchschedule.com/launch/falcon-9-block-5-dragon-crs-2-spx-32/ https://www.nasa.gov/event/nasas-spacex-crs-32/ https://spaceanddefense.io/nasa-sets-date-for-next-iss-resupply-mission/ https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/nasa-sets-coverage-for-spacex-32nd-station-resupply-launch-arrival-302428018.html https://www.skyportspacehub.com/skyport-space-hub-evtol-drones https://www.skyportspacehub.com/ai-driven-urban-vertiports https://www.rangerfancentral.com/graffiti.php https://www.theaterdo.de/fileadmin/Dokumente/Spielzeitheft/tdo_szh_25-26_RZ-digital.pdf https://otrkeyfinder.com/en/epg/2025-04-16?station=ORF1 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b7Q06j94j9U https://www.sciencenews.org/article/alien-life-biosignature-claim https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NjImnT3CJXQ https://www.indiatoday.in/visualstories/science/10-breathtaking-views-of-the-universe-captured-by-james-webb-telescope-225949-16-04-2025 https://www.earth.com/news/astronomers-found-something-strange-at-core-of-milky-way-galaxy-webb-meerkat/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4RS-QdG8wUI https://phys.org/news/2025-04-webb-dying-star-energetic-display.amp https://www.courthousenews.com/strongest-hints-yet-of-life-detected-on-distant-planet/ https://www.instagram.com/p/DIgnedMJW0_/

Join us as we explore Blue Origin's groundbreaking all-female crew launch, marking a new era in space tourism and gender representation. Discover the diverse crew members and the mission's significance. Plus, delve into SpaceX's latest Starlink advancements and the precise measurement of a day on Uranus, a breakthrough that could shape future missions. Tune in for these stories and more on Simply News. Sources: https://earthsky.org/spaceflight/first-all-female-crew-space-blue-origin-new-shepard/ https://www.space.com/space-exploration/private-spaceflight/meet-the-crew-for-blue-origins-upcoming-all-female-spaceflight-with-katy-perry https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/science/katy-perry-and-blue-origins-all-female-crew-to-launch-to-space-on-april-14-heres-how-to-watch-live-streaming/articleshow/120233006.cms https://www.space.com/space-exploration/private-spaceflight/blue-origin-set-to-launch-all-female-spaceflight-with-katy-perry-on-april-14 https://www.space.com/space-exploration/private-spaceflight/how-to-watch-blue-origin-launch-katy-perry-and-crew-to-space-on-a-historic-all-female-spaceflight-on-april-14 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlIF0xDEhHQ https://www.nbcdfw.com/entertainment/entertainment-news/blue-origin-katy-perry-spaceflight/3815771/ https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIZdSE_JD9V/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eYUntT7mX7I https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/spacex-starlink-12-17-b1083-kennedy-space-center https://spaceflightnow.com/2025/04/13/live-coverage-spacex-to-launch-27-starlink-satellites-on-falcon-9-rocket-from-cape-canaveral/ https://www.euronews.com/next/2025/04/13/spacex-launches-21-starlink-satellites-into-low-earth-orbit https://www.clickorlando.com/news/space-news/2025/04/12/spacex-to-try-rocket-launch-attempt-saturday-night-from-florida-coast/ https://www.spacex.com/launches/mission/?missionId=sl-11-11 https://spaceflightnow.com/2025/04/12/live-coverage-spacex-to-launch-starshield-satellites-for-the-nro-on-falcon-9-rocket-from-vandenberg/ https://www.spacex.com/launches/mission/?missionId=sl-6-73 https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/spacex-launches-9th-batch-of-proliferated-architecture-spy-satellites-for-us-government https://www.spacex.com/launches/mission/?missionId=sl-12-17 https://www.space.com/space-exploration/launches-spacecraft/spacex-starlink-12-17-b1083-kennedy-space-center https://www.spacex.com/launches/mission/?missionId=sl-11-11 https://spaceflightnow.com/2025/04/10/live-coverage-spacex-to-launch-21-starlink-satellites-on-falcon-9-rocket-from-the-kennedy-space-center-4/ https://spaceflightnow.com/2025/04/13/live-coverage-spacex-to-launch-27-starlink-satellites-on-falcon-9-rocket-from-cape-canaveral/ https://www.nasaspaceflight.com/2025/04/spacex-roundup-q12025/ https://economictimes.com/news/international/world-news/spacex-launches-21-starlink-satellites-including-13-with-direct-to-cell-capability/videoshow/120247127.cms https://www.spacex.com/launches/mission/?missionId=sl-6-73 https://www.spacex.com/launches/mission/?missionId=sl-12-17 https://keeptrack.space/space-brief/space-brief-2025-04-13/ https://newatlas.com/space/day-length-uranus/ https://phys.org/news/2025-04-hubble-uranus-rotation-unprecedented-precision.pdf https://www.iflscience.com/lightshow-on-uranus-unlocks-its-rotation-secret-its-day-is-28-seconds-longer-78730 https://www.sciencealert.com/we-were-wrong-about-uranus-new-study-solves-long-standing-mysteries https://www.sci.news/astronomy/uranus-rotation-rate-13817.html https://thelifesciencesmagazine.com/uranus-rotation-period-recalculated/ https://www.businesstoday.in/visualstories/news/how-uranus-fooled-us-all-28-seconds-that-changed-space-science-224641-11-04-2025 https://www.rdworldonline.com/hubble-data-reveals-uranus-day-is-28-seconds-longer-than-scientists-thought/ https://www.universetoday.com/articles/hubble-gives-us-an-accurate-measurement-for-uranuss-day-length https://www.esa.int/ESA_Multimedia/Images/2025/04/Hubble_helps_determine_Uranus_rotation_rate_with_unprecedented_precision https://science.nasa.gov/astrophysics/resources/documents/2025-senior-review-of-operating-missions/ https://www.nasa.gov/news/recently-published/ https://www.livescience.com/space/uranus/scientists-finally-know-how-long-a-day-on-uranus-is https://esahubble.org/news/heic2503/ https://www.miragenews.com/nasa-expert-discusses-uranus-exploration-in-ep-1442765/ https://eos.org/research-and-developments/nasa-science-faces-an-extinction-level-event-with-trump-draft-budget-proposal https://www.esa.int/ESA_Multimedia/Images/2025/04/Hubble_helps_determine_Uranus_rotation_rate_with_unprecedented_precision https://www.friendsofnasa.org/2025/04/have-we-been-to-uranus-we-asked-nasa.html https://science.nasa.gov/missions/hubble/hubble-helps-determine-uranus-rotation-rate-with-unprecedented-precision/ https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIRdeXXKMgw/