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NASA and SpaceX Set to Make History With Manned Space Launch
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For the first time since 2011, NASA will launch astronauts into space from U.S. soil. It will also be the first time ever a private company will get them there.
How Lunar Rovers Work
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Lunar rovers have increased our knowledge of the moon by letting us travel long distances. See what's next for lunar rovers and how they've changed.
Is the American Flag Still on the Moon? Objects Astronauts Left Behind
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Apollo astronauts left a lot of stuff behind on the moon. Can you see any of that from Earth, even with a telescope?
How did NASA change diapers forever?
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How did NASA change diapers forever? Visit HowStuffWorks to learn how NASA changed diapers forever.
Exploring the Chinese Space Station Project
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The Chinese space station Tiangong, now with its first crew of astronauts, is scheduled for completion in 2022. What does that mean for the future of the aging International Space Station and multinational space cooperation?
How the Gemini Spacecraft Worked
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The Gemini spacecraft took 20 astronauts to space and back. Find out how the Gemini spacecraft took NASA one step closer to landing on the moon.
How the Apollo Spacecraft Worked
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The Apollo program was initiated with the goal of landing a man on the moon. What was the spacecraft that helped make this giant leap for mankind?
Can You Get More Than 11 Right on This Moon Landing Quiz?
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Is there anything more epic than that time when we shot for the stars and landed on the moon? How much do you remember about that fine day that the space race finally concluded in American victory?
Apollo 11: The Eagle Has Landed
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When historians discuss pioneers of humankind, they can't help but mention NASA's Apollo 11 mission. This voyage to the heavens shook the grounds below scientifically, culturally and philosophically, changing the way we humans view our place in the universe. How much do you know about Apollo 11?
How do humans age in space?
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Do humans age in space differently than here on Earth? Find out how humans age in space in this article from HowStuffWorks.