NASA to Address Hubble Telescope Issues in Rare Press Conference

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NASA will hold a rare press conference to address the Hubble Space Telescope entering safe mode due to a malfunctioning gyroscope. The telescope, which requires at least three gyroscopes to operate fully, has faced multiple gyro failures since its last refurbishment in 2009. While a private mission led by Jared Isaacman has been proposed to service Hubble, it carries significant risks. The press conference will provide updates on Hubble's operational status and future plans.
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