Shuttle disaster heightens Russia role in ISS supply
The Columbia tragedy leaves Russia as the main link to the International Space Station with Soyuz and Progress ships. Officials warn funding is needed to build more ships and NASA decisions could keep the station unoccupied after the current crew returns, affecting future Russian crewed flights.
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NASA shifts view on Columbia disaster foam root cause
NASA backs away from foam debris as the Columbia cause and shifts focus to the shuttle’s flight control system. Investigators, led by Ron Dittemore, seek data on the final 32 seconds as autopilot and thrusters struggled to stabilize yaw and drag amid a mission loss that killed seven astronauts.
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Economic gloom grows as talk of war with Iraq looms
The economy shows weakness with 6 percent jobless rate and near 200,000 layoffs over two months. Analysts warn of a possible double dip recession as consumers lose confidence and investment stalls amid war jitters and shuttle disaster fallout.
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