• China's Spaceplane Secrets, Arecibo's Collapse Unveiled, and Starship's Fiery Mishap: S04E17

  • Jan 20 2025
  • Length: 17 mins
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China's Spaceplane Secrets, Arecibo's Collapse Unveiled, and Starship's Fiery Mishap: S04E17

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  • Astronomy Daily - The Podcast: S04E17
    Join host Steve Dunkley and his digital offsider Hallie, for another enlightening episode of Astronomy Daily, where we delve into the mysteries of space and the latest astronomical developments. Today, we explore intriguing stories that will captivate your imagination and expand your cosmic knowledge.
    Highlights:
    - China's Spaceplane Returns: China's enigmatic spaceplane has returned after 268 days in orbit. Discover the secretive nature of its mission and the potential future of reusable spacecraft.
    - Arecibo Observatory Collapse Report: A comprehensive report on the collapse of the iconic Arecibo Observatory has been released. Learn about the findings and the future plans for this historic site.
    - SpaceX's Starship Test Mishap: The FAA investigates the recent explosion during SpaceX's Starship test flight. Uncover what went wrong and SpaceX's plans for future launches.
    - Light Pollution Threat to VLT: The ESO's Very Large Telescope in Chile faces a threat from a proposed renewable energy project. Explore the potential impact on astronomical observations and the debate over sustainable development.
    For more cosmic updates, visit our website at astronomydaily.io. Join our community on social media by searching for #AstroDailyPod on Facebook, X, and YouTubeMusic. Share your thoughts and connect with fellow space enthusiasts. Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTubeMusic, iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.
    Thank you for tuning in. This is Steve signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.
    00:00 - Happy birthday to my favorite person in the world, Graham Dunkley
    00:59 - China's reusable spaceplane returns to Earth after 268 days in orbit
    03:18 - The Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico collapsed in 2020 following Hurricane Maria
    08:04 - FAA to investigate Starship 7 test explosion the U S. agency says
    10:47 - World's most precious sky observing location faces risk of light pollution from renewable project
    ✍️ Episode References
    Xinhua
    [Xinhua News Agency](http://www.xinhuanet.com/english/)
    Harvard Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics
    [Harvard Smithsonian](https://www.cfa.harvard.edu/)
    Arecibo Observatory
    [Arecibo Observatory](https://www.naic.edu/)
    National Science Foundation
    [NSF](https://www.nsf.gov/)
    University of Central Florida
    [UCF](https://www.ucf.edu/)
    SpaceX
    [SpaceX](https://www.spacex.com/)
    European Southern Observatory
    [ESO](https://www.eso.org/)
    AES Energy
    [AES Energy](https://www.aes.com/)
    Renewables Now
    [Renewables Now](https://renewablesnow.com/)
    Contact (Movie)
    [Contact on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0118884/)



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