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NASA Opens Lunar Mission Bids to Challenge SpaceX Amid Schedule Concerns

NASA is soliciting new bids for lunar missions amid concerns about SpaceX’s schedule delays. The space agency aims to foster competition among American companies to accelerate Moon missions in response to China’s advancing space program.

NASA Seeks Additional Lunar Contractors

The US space agency is reportedly opening new bidding for its planned Moon missions to create competition against SpaceX, according to statements from NASA leadership. Sources indicate that NASA administrator Sean Duffy announced the decision Monday, citing concerns about schedule delays from the current primary contractor.

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Burning Space Debris Discovered in Remote Western Australia Mining Region

** Mine workers in Western Australia’s outback made a startling discovery over the weekend when they encountered burning debris suspected to be from space. Multiple agencies, including the Australian Space Agency, are now investigating the object’s origin and composition, which preliminary reports indicate is consistent with re-entering space junk. **CONTENT:**

Mine Workers Discover Burning Object