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Artemis II Crew Returns Home After Record Lunar Flyby, Capturing 'Earthrise' Photo and Celestial Observations
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Artemis II Crew Returns Home After Record Lunar Flyby, Capturing 'Earthrise' Photo and Celestial Observations

The Artemis II crew successfully completed a lunar flyby, traveling further from Earth than any human before them and breaking the Apollo 13 distance record. The astronauts are now on their way back home after a milestone-rich mission, bringing with them rich celestial observations including a spectacular 'Earthrise' photo, lunar craters, flashes from meteor strikes on the Moon's surface, and the alignment of the Moon and Earth.

Artemis II Mission Progresses Towards Moon, Releases First Photos
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Artemis II Mission Progresses Towards Moon, Releases First Photos

The Artemis II mission continues its journey to the Moon, with astronauts now past the halfway point and sending back early images of Earth. The mission has also released its first extraordinary photos of Earth, faced a social media uproar over an astronaut's PIN incident, and revealed details about iPhones being used on board.

Artemis 2 Mission Prepares for First Crewed Lunar Orbit in Decades
Worldrzeczpospolita6d ago

Artemis 2 Mission Prepares for First Crewed Lunar Orbit in Decades

The Artemis 2 mission, featuring the world's most powerful rocket and the Orion spacecraft, is a crucial test for NASA's technology before a planned human landing on the Moon. This crewed flight marks the first such mission in decades, aiming to orbit the Moon.

Global Mega-Deals Reach Record High, Including Intel's Buyback and Nvidia's AI Investment
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Global Mega-Deals Reach Record High, Including Intel's Buyback and Nvidia's AI Investment

The first quarter of the year has seen a record number of mega-deals and billion-dollar acquisitions and investments between companies, indicating economic resilience despite ongoing global crises. This includes Intel's $14.2 billion buyback of Apollo's stake in its Ireland factory and Nvidia's $2 billion investment in an AI partnership with Marvell Technology.

NASA Provides Latest Update on Artemis II Crewed Moon Mission Preparations
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NASA Provides Latest Update on Artemis II Crewed Moon Mission Preparations

Preparations for NASA's historic Artemis II crewed flight around the Moon are intensifying, with the agency holding a news conference to provide updates on launch preparations for the mission, which aims to send a four-member crew on a lunar voyage.

Artemis II Mission Preparations Continue Amidst Debate on Lunar Return Costs
ScienceAPBBCbloomberg+13NYTwsjcbcnational-postobservadorYahooTimes of Indiastraits-times+5 more9d ago16 sources

Artemis II Mission Preparations Continue Amidst Debate on Lunar Return Costs

NASA's Artemis II mission, set to send astronauts around the Moon for the first time in over 50 years, is progressing with crew arrivals in Florida and public viewing details emerging, alongside explanations of the mission's objectives and ongoing discussions about the $100 billion cost of returning to the Moon.

Private Credit Sector Faces Reckoning Amid Concerns, Blackstone Sees Low Defaults
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Private Credit Sector Faces Reckoning Amid Concerns, Blackstone Sees Low Defaults

The private credit market is at a critical inflection point, with "cracks" becoming apparent as Apollo's stock dropped and Blackstone also experienced a slip amidst growing concerns about the sector's future trajectory. However, Blackstone's Caplan sees low private credit default levels, offering a contrasting view on the sector's health.

Sumitomo Mitsui Eyes Jefferies Takeover; Jim Cramer Comments
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Sumitomo Mitsui Eyes Jefferies Takeover; Jim Cramer Comments

Jefferies' shares continue to rise following reports that Japan’s Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group is planning a possible takeover. Jim Cramer has stated he will pay special attention to the company's call, trusting they will address the issues.

Apollo and Ares Private Credit Funds Curb Redemptions, Stocks Fall
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Apollo and Ares Private Credit Funds Curb Redemptions, Stocks Fall

Apollo's private-credit fund has continued to limit investor redemptions, honoring less than half of requests, a move also seen by Ares. This ongoing restriction on withdrawals has led to a decline in the stocks of both Ares and Apollo, intensifying investor uncertainty in the private credit market.

Here's how private credit bosses are defending their software bets as markets scrutinize Blue Owl
BusinessBusiness Insider1mo ago

Here's how private credit bosses are defending their software bets as markets scrutinize Blue Owl

Apollo CEO Marc Rowan, Ares CEO Michael Arougheti, and Blackstone President Jon Gray PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images/ Mike Blake/REUTERS/ Vernon Yuen for NurPhoto via Getty Images The software-apocalypse is hitting private credit, putting the biggest players on defense. Following concerns over Blue Owl's software exposure, other leaders are talking up their portfolios. Execs like Marc Rowan and Jon Gray defended their portfolios against software risk this week. Months of concern over...

Iran war disrupts Chinese tech firms’ Middle East operations
BusinessSCMP1mo ago

Iran war disrupts Chinese tech firms’ Middle East operations

Chinese technology companies that have rapidly expanded across the Middle East face a sudden test amid Iran’s response to the US-Israel attack, as mounting hostilities disrupt their operations. Several firms that accelerated investment in the region over the past year have temporarily suspended services, shifted staff to remote work and reviewed contingency plans as security risks mount in the short term. Baidu, which began operating its Apollo robotaxi service in Abu Dhabi, the capital of th...

Artemis II Crew Completes Moon Flyby, Returns to Earth with Stunning Far Side Images
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Artemis II Crew Completes Moon Flyby, Returns to Earth with Stunning Far Side Images

The Artemis II crew successfully completed a historic flyby of the Moon's far side, sending back spectacular images before beginning their return to Earth. The mission broke a 1970 record set by Apollo 13, with astronauts observing and photographing the lunar surface during their journey.

Artemis II Crew Sets Distance Record, Enters Lunar Orbit, and Prepares for Far Side Flyby
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Artemis II Crew Sets Distance Record, Enters Lunar Orbit, and Prepares for Far Side Flyby

The Artemis II crew, aboard the Orion spacecraft, has successfully entered the Moon's gravitational sphere of influence, setting a new record for human distance from Earth. The astronauts are now continuing their flyby around the far side of the Moon, promising magnificent views and preparing for a communication blackout.

Artemis II Astronauts Capture Stunning New Moon Photos, Including Far Side
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Artemis II Astronauts Capture Stunning New Moon Photos, Including Far Side

Artemis II mission astronauts have captured spectacular new photographs of the Moon and the Orion spacecraft, including the never-before-seen far side, continuing the legacy of iconic space photography and sparking discussion on their scientific and aesthetic value.

Artemis II Mission Continues Towards Moon Amidst Persistent Toilet Issues
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Artemis II Mission Continues Towards Moon Amidst Persistent Toilet Issues

Astronauts aboard the Orion spacecraft, part of the Artemis II mission, are more than two-thirds of the way to the Moon, continuing their work despite persistent issues with the toilet system, including a reported odor and previous technical problems.

NASA Prepares for Artemis II Moon Mission, First Crewed Lunar Flight in Over 50 Years
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NASA Prepares for Artemis II Moon Mission, First Crewed Lunar Flight in Over 50 Years

NASA is preparing for its Artemis II mission, the first crewed flight around the Moon in decades, with the countdown underway for a potential April 1 launch. The mission aims to send four astronauts on a roughly 10-day journey to test the Orion spacecraft systems, pave the way for future lunar landings, and is key to a U.S. goal of establishing a permanent lunar station.

Apollo's Private Credit Logic Is a Lot Like Goldman
Financeadvisor-perspectives25d ago

Apollo's Private Credit Logic Is a Lot Like Goldman

Back in 2008, executives at Goldman Sachs Group Inc. were zealots for valuing their assets at exactly the prices where they could be sold. Critics said this fervor for fair value inflamed the financial crisis, while supporters argued it helped investors and lenders at least know where they stood.

NASA's Artemis II Moon Rocket Launch on Track for April
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NASA's Artemis II Moon Rocket Launch on Track for April

NASA has cleared its Artemis II moon rocket for an April 1st launch with four astronauts after completing the latest round of repairs, with officials confirming the mission is on track for as soon as April.

Explosion at Factory in Patras, Greece
Worldiefimerida29d ago

Explosion at Factory in Patras, Greece

A major fire department mobilization occurred in Patras, Greece, following an explosion at a factory in Perivola, near the Apollon stadium facilities, with witnesses describing it as if a plane had crashed.

Mystery of Magnetic Anomaly in Apollo Moon Rocks Solved
Scienceder-standard1mo ago

Mystery of Magnetic Anomaly in Apollo Moon Rocks Solved

Scientists have found an explanation for the strong magnetization observed in moon rock samples collected during the Apollo missions, a phenomenon that previously puzzled researchers as the Moon was not expected to have a strong magnetic field.

Louvre Museum director resigns in the wake of October's brazen French crown jewels heist
CultureAPKorea Herald1mo ago2 sources

Louvre Museum director resigns in the wake of October's brazen French crown jewels heist

PARIS (AP) -- The Louvre Museum's director resigned Tuesday after months of pressure following the October theft of the French crown jewels, as the world's most visited museum faced widening scrutiny over security failures, labor unrest and a suspected ticket fraud scheme. Laurence des Cars quit after a punishing year for the former royal palace -- the high-profile jewels heist from the Apollo Gallery, a mid-February burst pipe near the "Mona Lisa," water leaks damaging priceless books, staff wa

NASA's Artemis II moon rocket back to the hangar
ScienceDWaktualne-czdigi241mo ago3 sources

NASA's Artemis II moon rocket back to the hangar

A series of fueling issues has delayed the much-anticipated launch of NASA's Artemis II moon mission, the first to carry astronauts since the Apollo moon landings. The Space Launch System rocket is gr

Artemis II Crew Returns Home After Record Lunar Flyby, Observing Meteor Strikes and Earth-Moon Alignment
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Artemis II Crew Returns Home After Record Lunar Flyby, Observing Meteor Strikes and Earth-Moon Alignment

The Artemis II crew successfully completed a lunar flyby, traveling further from Earth than any human before them and breaking the Apollo 13 distance record. The astronauts are now on their way back home after a milestone-rich mission, bringing with them rich celestial observations including lunar craters, flashes from meteor strikes on the Moon's surface, and the alignment of the Moon and Earth.

Artemis II approaches its most terrifying point on the journey to the Moon - 40 minutes of absolute silence, what will happen
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Artemis II approaches its most terrifying point on the journey to the Moon - 40 minutes of absolute silence, what will happen

Οι αστροναύτες του Artemis II ετοιμάζονται για την πιο τρομακτική στιγμή του ταξιδιού τους στην Σελήνη. Η αποστολή Artemis II της NASA πλησιάζει σε μία από τις πιο κρίσιμες και αγωνιώδεις στιγμές της…

Artemis II Mission Continues Lunar Journey Despite Orion Capsule Toilet Malfunction
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Artemis II Mission Continues Lunar Journey Despite Orion Capsule Toilet Malfunction

NASA's Artemis II mission, the first crewed lunar journey in over 50 years, has successfully launched with four astronauts now racing towards the Moon, though they have encountered a significant issue with the Orion capsule's space toilet, a problem also reported by Lithuanian media as a 'big issue' in the capsule.

Wuhan Robotaxi Malfunction Strands Passengers and Halts Traffic
TechnologyAPBBCbloomberg+46NYTwsjFTnrkcnbcfazSCMPder-standard+38 more6d ago49 sources

Wuhan Robotaxi Malfunction Strands Passengers and Halts Traffic

Autonomous taxis from Baidu's Apollo Go experienced a widespread system failure in Wuhan, China, causing over 100 vehicles to stop abruptly in traffic, leading to collisions and paralyzing road movement, with police rescuing stranded passengers.

Artemis II Mission Crew Announced, Nears Launch with Historic Goals
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Artemis II Mission Crew Announced, Nears Launch with Historic Goals

The Artemis II mission, set to take astronauts further into space than ever before, has announced its four-person crew, including the first woman to fly to the Moon. The mission is nearing its historic launch with favorable weather and aims to lay the groundwork for future human landings.

NASA's Artemis II Mission Preparations Intensify for April 1st Launch
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NASA's Artemis II Mission Preparations Intensify for April 1st Launch

Preparations for NASA's Artemis II mission, marking humanity's return to the Moon after over 50 years, are intensifying with the rocket ready on the launchpad and astronauts at Cape Canaveral for the planned April 1st launch, generating significant excitement on Florida's Space Coast.

India Grapples with Deepening Energy Crisis as LPG Vessel Arrives Amid West Asia Conflict
WorldTimes of Indiahindustan-timesindian-express+1balkan-web12d ago4 sources

India Grapples with Deepening Energy Crisis as LPG Vessel Arrives Amid West Asia Conflict

Home Minister Amit Shah is leading an informal Group of Ministers to address strategic issues arising from the West Asia conflict, including impacts on cooking gas and LNG supplies, as India experiences deepening energy shockwaves, manufacturing disruptions, panic buying, and a fuel crisis causing long queues, violence, and two deaths at petrol stations. Amidst this, the LPG vessel Apollo Ocean arrived at New Mangalore Port, with unloading operations beginning shortly after.

Mass Protest for Healthcare Held in Apollonia, Greece
Worldavgi13d ago

Mass Protest for Healthcare Held in Apollonia, Greece

A large demonstration advocating for healthcare services took place in Apollonia, Greece, following a student parade, with banners highlighting demands for doctors, ships, freedom, and criticizing healthcare policies.

New Study Unravels Mystery of Moon's Magnetism
ScienceThe Guardian14d ago

New Study Unravels Mystery of Moon's Magnetism

Researchers have published a new study that aims to resolve the long-standing mystery of the Moon's magnetic field, suggesting that rock samples from Apollo missions may have provided misleading impressions.

Apollo CEO Marc Rowan predicts a private markets 'shakeout'
BusinessBusiness Insider1mo ago

Apollo CEO Marc Rowan predicts a private markets 'shakeout'

Marc Rowan PATRICK T. FALLON/AFP via Getty Images Apollo chief Marc Rowan said that he expects a "shakeout" in private markets. Global instability and technological change will separate a "good risk manager" from the rest, he said. The comments come amid growing concern over risks in private credit investments. Even one of private credit's biggest proponents is warning of a potential industry "shakeout." Marc Rowan, CEO of private credit giant Apollo Global Management, told Bloomberg News e...

Archaeological sites temporarily closed
Culturecyprus-mail1mo ago

Archaeological sites temporarily closed

The archaeological sites of Curium and Apollo Hylates, Kolossi Castle and the Archaeological Curium Museum will remain closed to the public until further notice, the department of antiquities announced on Monday. This follows uncertainty after two drones heading towards the Akrotiri British base were intercepted at lunchtime on Monday. Around 12 hours earlier, a drone […]

Louvre Museum director resigns in wake of brazen crown jewel heist in Paris
Culturelsm-lvSCMPmorgunbladid+1danas1mo ago4 sources

Louvre Museum director resigns in wake of brazen crown jewel heist in Paris

The Louvre Museum’s director resigned on Tuesday, ending months of questions in France’s cultural world over why no top official had stepped down after the October crown jewels theft. Laurence des Cars’ departure closed a bruising chapter for the world’s biggest museum. It came as the Louvre faces a widening narrative of an institution spiralling out of control. In the last year alone, the museum has endured the high-profile jewel theft from the Apollo Gallery, water leaks that damaged pricel...

Hong Kong autonomous vehicle tests move up a gear with longer routes
TechnologySCMP1mo ago

Hong Kong autonomous vehicle tests move up a gear with longer routes

Hong Kong’s transport authorities have given the green light for testing autonomous vehicles from the airport island to Sunny Bay and Tung Chung town centre on Lantau, marking the latest cross-district trial of driverless technology. The Transport Department said on Monday that the updated pilot licence – held by Baidu Apollo International – would support the city’s goal of applying driverless vehicles for cross-district use in a safe and orderly manner, as set out in the policy address and t...