Close Earth approach by asteroid DA14 prompts space watch
Former astronauts and private groups say the DA14 flyby marks a warning from space. The 1500 meter rock will pass within 17000 miles, closer than the Moon, prompting calls to boost asteroid tracking and defense. NASA and B612 plan coordinated monitoring and potential deflection research.
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Celebrity birthday roundup from Mick Avery to Amber Riley
Drummer Mick Avery of The Kinks turns 69, followed by Jane Seymour at 62, Matt Groening of The Simpsons at 59, Janice Dickinson at 58, Ali Campbell of UB40 at 54, Michael Easton at 46, Renee O'Connor of Xena at 42, Brandon Boyd of Incubus at 37, and Amber Riley of Glee at 27.
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Asteroid 2012 DA14 to pass near Earth this week
NASA says 2012 DA14, a 150 foot near earth asteroid, will skim past Earth just after noon MT with no impact risk. Weber State and Ott Planetarium officials reassure the public and explain the science while NASA TV offers live coverage.
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