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China’s Tiangong Space Station: What It Is, What It’s For, And How To See It
China’s space program is making impressive progress. The country only launched its first crewed flight in 2003, more than 40 years after the Soviet Union’s Yuri Gagarin became the first human in space. China’s first Mars mission was in 2020, half a century after the US Mariner 9 probe flew past the red planet.…
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Feral Desert Donkeys Are Digging Wells, Giving Water To Parched Wildlife
In the heart of the world’s deserts – some of the most expansive wild places left on Earth – roam herds of feral donkeys and horses. These are the descendants of a once-essential but now-obsolete labour force. These wild animals are generally considered a threat to the natural environment, and have been the target of…
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How Optus’ New Phone Plans Stack Up Against The Competition
Optus just refreshed its core range of phone plans, upping both data allowances and prices. But how do they compare to Telstra and Vodafone?
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This $1 Billion Energy Deal Promises To Cut Emissions And Secure Jobs. So Why On Earth Is Gas Included?
In case you missed it, a major A$1 billion energy deal between the Morrison and the South Australian government was revealed recently. The bilateral deal represents a key driver for the national economic recovery from COVID. It promises to provide jobs in the energy sector and contribute to South Australia achieving net 100% renewables…