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Pope Leo XIV emphasized the importance of unity, discernment, and mission during a Vatican meeting with cardinals, highlighting themes of synodality and evangelization, and encouraging ongoing dialogue and collaboration within the Church to proclaim the Gospel and adapt to contemporary challenges.
Pope Leo XIV urged Jesuits to courageously and discerningly engage with the frontiers of culture, faith, and human need, emphasizing the importance of adaptation, reconciliation, and ethical use of technology in their mission, while remaining rooted in prayer and community.
NASA's Juno spacecraft, which has been studying Jupiter and its moons since 2016, may have been powered down due to the U.S. government shutdown, and its future remains uncertain as NASA has not confirmed whether it is still operational after its mission extension ended in September 2025.
President Trump denied knowledge of a 2018 Navy SEAL mission in North Korea, which reportedly involved planting an electronic device to intercept Kim Jong Un's communications and ended with the SEALs opening fire on a North Korean boat, killing everyone on board. The White House declined to comment on the report.
In Helldivers 2, players are tasked with activating the Terminid Control System to eradicate the bug threat from four planets. To contribute, complete Operations on the Umlaut Sector Barrier Planets and play on higher difficulties for more progress. The "Activate Terminid Control System" mission involves activating towers and defending them from Terminid attacks. Good communication and strategic weapon choices are crucial for success.
NASA's NEOWISE spacecraft, which has been searching for near-Earth objects for over a decade, is nearing its end as it will drop into Earth's atmosphere and burn up due to increased solar activity affecting its low-Earth orbit. The spacecraft, originally the WISE mission, was repurposed in 2013 to search for near-Earth objects and has exceeded expectations. As NEOWISE prepares to go offline, the team is celebrating its accomplishments while also preparing for the launch of its successor, the NEO Surveyor mission.
Japan's Smart Lander for Investigating Moon (SLIM) has unfortunately landed upside down on the lunar surface due to an abnormality in its main engine, causing its solar panels to be blocked and leading to a shutdown just three hours after touchdown. Despite this setback, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency is hopeful that SLIM may be able to generate power in the future if sunlight hits the Moon from the west. The agency also sees the mission as a success due to the accomplishments of its deployed robots and the valuable technology demonstration for future lunar explorations.
Scorpio, you are currently aligned with your mission and vision, shining your light and making the world a better place. Trust that opportunities for growth and expansion will come your way, taking both you and your career to the next level. Maintain your single-minded focus and keep going, as you have a long way to go before you can rest.
The European Space Agency (ESA) is exploring the concept of aerocapture as a new method to orbit Mars, aiming to revolutionize how we reach the Red Planet. The conventional method of using rocket engines to slow down spacecraft has limitations, such as requiring a lot of fuel and prolonging the journey. Aerocapture could offer a more efficient and cost-effective approach, allowing for faster arrival at Mars and enabling a wider range of missions.
Elon Musk's recent erratic behavior and controversial remarks have raised concerns about his mental health and the impact on his reputation. Despite this, his engineering achievements with SpaceX and Tesla have solidified his position as a business maverick. While his provocative antics may rile regulators and advertisers, they have also helped his brands gain attention and thrive. However, his messiah complex, driven by a mission to save humanity through initiatives like combating climate change and advancing space travel, poses a potential risk. Ultimately, his technical accomplishments may overshadow his personal flaws, leaving a lasting legacy in history.
Over 100 volunteers gathered at the Mission in Kern County to prepare and serve a Thanksgiving meal to approximately 650 guests. With over 200 donated turkeys, the staff cooked 98 turkeys and expected to cook more. The Mission regularly serves meals to the community and hosts holiday dinners, but the Thanksgiving meal is the largest event. The Food Services Manager, who was once homeless herself, finds the mission's impact meaningful and hopes to make a difference in someone's life. The Mission at Kern County welcomes volunteers year-round.
The European Space Agency has approved the ARRAKIHS mission, set to launch in 2030, which aims to observe galaxies like the Milky Way to better understand dark matter. Dark matter haloes, invisible bubbles of dark matter that affect how galaxies rotate, will be the focus of the mission. ARRAKIHS will scan the outer rims of galaxies, examining dwarf galaxies within the dark matter haloes, and compare observations to computational models. The mission is part of ESA's "fast" mission program, with a low price tag of less than 175 million euros.
In Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3, players who deviate from the mission parameters in the 'Deep Cover' mission will be instantly killed by the game, without any explanation. This decision is puzzling considering a previous mission allows players to single-handedly take out an entire base. The lack of clarity and self-explanation in the game's punishment has left players disappointed with the overall campaign experience.
NASA is preparing to launch its first mission to a metal-rich asteroid, aiming to study the composition and origins of these celestial bodies. The mission, called Psyche, is set to launch in August 2022 and will reach the asteroid of the same name in 2026. Scientists hope that studying Psyche, which is believed to be the exposed core of a protoplanet, will provide valuable insights into the early formation of planets and the Earth's own core.
Aerospace engineers have proposed a cost-effective way to send a mission to study Neptune by using Triton's thin atmosphere for a braking maneuver. While the project remains expensive, it could spark conversations about future missions to the outer Solar System. The idea is to deploy a parachute or similar device to maximize drag and slow down the spacecraft as it passes through Triton's upper atmosphere, ultimately getting locked in Neptune's gravity well. Although challenging, this approach could significantly reduce travel time compared to other methods.