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5 Secrets About the Soviet Space Program
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The Soviets were secretive about their space program. We're telling five of the biggest now.
How the Star Wars Program Didn't Work
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Back in 1983 when the Cold War was in full swing, the U.S. was looking for an effective new tactic to deter a nuclear strike. The "Star Wars" missile defensive initiative, however, wasn't it. Why not?
Here's the Buzz on Alcohol in Space
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While alcohol consumption is not completely alien to the space program, not much is known about its effects on the body outside our atmosphere.
Did NASA Win the Space Race?
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The space race between NASA and the Soviet Union began with the Soviet's successful Sputnik I. Find out what played out during the space race.
How Space Stations Work
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Space stations allow astronauts to live and work in Earth orbit. Learn about space stations and how space stations work in this article.
How Space Junk Works
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Space junk is the debris orbiting Earth, left behind by satellites and space shuttles. Find out how much space junk is up there and space junk dangers.
Félicette, the First Feline in Space, Finally Got Her Due
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Felicette was the first, and so far, only, cat to ever go into space. Why did France send her up, and what happened later? HowStuffWorks finds out.
Top 10 Space Conspiracy Theories
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Space conspiracy theories feature hoaxes, government cover-ups and intelligent aliens. Check out our list of the top 10 space conspiracy theories.
How Space Wars Will Work
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Weapons in space that can knock down missiles have been under development for years and are starting to look realistic. Learn how they will work!
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?