Mystery of ancient nearby supernova baffling astronomers
Scientists report evidence of a star explosion hundreds of years ago closer to Earth than any known supernova. No 13th century records exist, prompting theories that records are incomplete or that the event produced non visible light. findings appear in Nature from Max Planck Institute researchers.
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Ion engine on Deep Space 1 shuts down after short run
The NASA Deep Space 1 ion propulsion system halted minutes after activation in Cape Canaveral. Ground controllers, led by JPL spokesman John Watson, attempted multiple restarts after a 40 minute test run on Tuesday without success.
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Deep Space 1 Engine Heads Toward July Asteroid Rendezvous
Deep Space 1 launched recently faces engine challenges before its planned rendezvous with asteroid 1992 KD next July. Scientist Watson notes investigators are exploring many options to get the engine running.
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Missouri gunman in officer killing described as motive unclear
In St Joseph Missouri authorities say William E Lattin Jr 33 wearing fatigues opened fire in a bar district campaign style attack killing a police officer in his squad car and wounding three others before police shot him dead The motive remains undetermined though investigators suspect he targeted officers and ignored civilian drivers.
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