Kristen Bell Flew to Detroit for Dying Father-in-Law
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65 Years Since America's First Astronaut Launched to Space
Sixty-five years ago today, Alan Shepard became the first American in space during a 15-minute flight that changed history. NASA is celebrating this milestone as it prepares to return astronauts to the Moon through the Artemis program.
53 Years Ago Today, Astronaut Hit Golf Balls on the Moon
On February 6, 1971, Apollo 14 Commander Alan Shepard smuggled a golf club head to the moon and took humanity's most memorable sports shot. The six-iron head, which he fitted to a lunar sample scoop handle, now sits in the US Golf Association Hall of Fame.
65 Years Later: America's Space Journey From 15 to Forever
Sixty-five years ago, Alan Shepard became the first American in space during a 15-minute flight that changed everything. Today, astronauts are traveling farther than ever, proving we can not only survive in space but thrive there.
Jesse Jackson Championed Environmental Justice for Decades
Civil rights icon Jesse Jackson, who died Tuesday at 84, made environmental justice a cornerstone of his 1988 presidential campaign and inspired a generation of activists. His groundbreaking work connected civil rights to clean air, safe water, and healthy communities across America.
Blue Origin Pauses Space Tourism to Build NASA Moon Landers
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin is hitting pause on its tourist flights to focus on something bigger: helping NASA return humans to the moon. The company will shift its energy to building lunar landers for the Artemis program over the next two years.
Nigerian Lawyer Becomes First Nigerian in Space
Owolabi Salis made history as the first Nigerian to journey into space aboard Blue Origin's NS-33 mission. The Lagos native hopes his achievement will inspire African youth to pursue careers in science and space exploration.
Wrestling Legends Win Tag Team Gold After 25 Years
After a quarter century, Adam Copeland and Christian Cage reclaimed tag team championship glory at AEW's Double or Nothing. The duo ended their 25-year drought in dramatic fashion, proving that patience and perseverance pay off.
China Aims for Space Tourism Flights by 2028
A Beijing startup is taking reservations for suborbital space trips that will let passengers experience weightlessness above Earth. The company just unveiled its full-scale crew capsule and signed its first celebrity passenger.
South Korea's Tech Boom Pushes Market Past Germany's
South Korea's stock market just became the world's 10th largest, powered by AI and robotics companies that added $1.7 trillion in value since early 2025. The tech-driven surge shows how innovation and smart reforms can transform an entire economy.
Jane Goodall's Final Interview: "Just Do Something
In her last interview before passing at 91, Jane Goodall shared powerful advice for anyone feeling overwhelmed by the world's problems. Her message: start small, act locally, and inspire others through your own actions.
Winnie-the-Pooh Turns 100, Reminding Us to Slow Down
The honey-loving bear who taught generations about kindness and taking life slow is celebrating his 100th birthday. Created as simple bedtime stories, Winnie-the-Pooh has become a timeless reminder that gentleness never goes out of style.
Blue Origin Lands Reusable Rocket on Second Flight
Jeff Bezos just joined SpaceX in the reusable rocket club. Blue Origin's New Glenn booster successfully launched and landed for the second time, marking a major milestone in making space travel more affordable.
Wichita State Battles Past Midnight to Keep Season Alive
In a game that stretched into Saturday morning, Wichita State rallied to beat Memphis 6-4 and advance in the American Baseball Championship. The Shockers overcame a late comeback attempt to earn another chance at tournament glory.
North Platte College Honors 15 Students and Staff
North Platte Community College celebrated academic excellence and community leadership at their 2026 Honors Convocation, recognizing 15 outstanding students and employees. From diesel mechanics to nursing students, the ceremony showcased diverse talent making a difference on campus and beyond.
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Space Photos Show 60+ Years of American Innovation
Stunning images from the Smithsonian Photo Contest capture America's space achievements from the first moon landing to today's SpaceX launches. These photographs showcase six decades of exploration that continues to push humanity forward.
Philippines Achieves Custom Facial Implant Breakthrough
A medical team in the Philippines completed the country's first custom-fabricated facial implant surgery, transforming lives through the Scar Project. Seven patients received life-changing reconstructive care after nearly 800 people shared their stories.
Three Fever Players Named 2026 WNBA All-Star Starters
The Indiana Fever is sending three players to the WNBA All-Star Game as starters for the first time ever. Caitlin Clark, Aliyah Boston, and Kelsey Mitchell will represent their team together in Chicago this July.
Virginia Doctors Test New Heart Device to Prevent Stroke
A Virginia heart center just became the first in the state to implant a foam device that could protect people with irregular heartbeats from strokes. The innovative treatment offers hope for patients who can't take blood thinners.
From Sputnik to Mars: 70 Years of Space Wins
Humanity has been reaching for the stars for nearly 70 years, and the journey keeps getting more amazing. From the first satellite beeping in orbit to robots exploring Mars, here's how we learned to dance among the cosmos. #
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