SpaceX Faces Tough Sea Landing Test Off California
SpaceX aims to land a Falcon 9 on a ship off the Southern California coast after two prior sea-landing attempts failed. The two-stage rocket is set to lift from Vandenberg AFB around 10 40 a m carrying an Earth observing satellite for U S and French agencies. Landing near San Pedro will be hard to observe and is key to reusable rocket plans.
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Senate to Take Up Refugee Bill Over Security Fears
The Senate will weigh new strict screening for Syrian and Iraqi refugees after the House passed the measure 289 to 133. President Obama would veto the bill if it reached him, and Senate Democrats face difficulty securing enough votes to proceed.
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Taiwan elects 1st female president
Tsai Ing-wen won Taiwan, becoming the first woman to hold the presidency and leading her pro independence party to a parliamentary majority. She pledged to maintain the status quo with China while demanding respect for Taiwan's international space and sovereignty. The win signaled a democratic mandate amid concerns over Beijing's pressure and regional diplomacy.
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Flint Water Crisis Deepens as Lead Tests Rise in City
In Flint Michigan families take blood tests for lead at Freeman Elementary Family Fun Night while three months of bottled water use continues. Health officials warn lifelong harms and call for swift action as government response expands to federal aid.
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