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Three die in Branson's space tourism rocket tests
Three people have been killed in an explosion during a test of rocket systems to be used in Richard Branson's proposed space tourism ventures, according to officials ...
Coffee and plenty of exercise could cut risk of skin cancer
A combination of coffee drinking and regular exercise may help to lower the risk of developing skin cancer, according to scientists in the US. Related PostsTropical ...
Row sparked by US tour of 3.2m-year-old Lucy skeleton
The 3.2m-year-old Lucy skeleton, one of man’s earliest ancestors, has been taken out of Ethiopia, where it was discovered, for a controversial six-year US ...
Teacher reaches space after 21-year wait
A former primary school teacher who has waited 21 years to go to space is enjoying her first hours as an astronaut. Related PostsHow baby babbles become talking ...
Pygmy elephants face uncertain future
Pygmy elephants on the island of Borneo are under threat from loss of habitat, a two-year satellite tracking study has revealed. Related PostsFinds test human origins ...
Astronauts to check damage to shuttle
Astronauts aboard the shuttle Endeavour will today scrutinise a 3in-square gouge in the spacecraft’s heat shield to determine if inflight repairs are needed. Related ...
International Space Station
Astronauts from the space shuttle Endeavour carry out repairs to the International Space Station. Related PostsLaughing gas increases risk of pneumonia and fever, ...
Wildlife souvenirs
In pictures: Exotic souvenirs are helping to fuel an illegal trade in endangered species. Related PostsLaughing gas increases risk of pneumonia and fever, says studyAn ...
