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spacetechnology1 year ago

"SpaceX Successfully Deploys 24 Starlink Satellites from Cape Canaveral"

SpaceX is set to launch 24 Starlink V2 Mini satellites on its Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral, marking the 11th dedicated Starlink launch of 2024. The company has increased the satellite capacity for each launch, with the upcoming mission including one more second-generation satellite than previous flights. Additionally, SpaceX has announced a partnership with The Bahamas, allowing for Falcon 9 booster landings in Bahamian waters and providing enhanced internet access through Starlink for the country.

via Spaceflight Now|
#cape-canaveral#falcon-9-rocket#spacetechnology
travel1 year ago

"US Issues Travel Warning for Popular Destination After 18 Murders"

The U.S. Department of State has issued a travel advisory for The Bahamas, urging tourists to exercise increased caution due to a recent spike in violent crime, including 18 reported murders in Nassau since the beginning of 2024. The advisory recommends specific safety measures, such as avoiding the eastern part of New Providence Island, being vigilant at short-term vacation rental properties, and enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program. Travelers are also urged to be aware of safety risks while swimming or using commercial recreational watercraft, as they are not consistently regulated.

via syracuse.com|
#crime#safety#the-bahamas
environment2 years ago

"Kate Middleton and Prince William's Secret Scuba Diving Adventure in The Bahamas"

Prince William and Kate Middleton have shared a video of their scuba diving experience in The Bahamas during their visit to Coral Vita, a former Earthshot Prize winner. The footage shows the couple snorkeling around beautiful reefs, planting new coral, and exploring underwater. The visit highlights the work of Coral Vita in creating coral farms to restore reefs. The couple emphasizes the importance of taking action to repair and protect the planet, stating that the next ten years are critical for meaningful change. Coral Vita received £1 million as Earthshot Prize winners to scale their coral restoration solution and help protect and restore the planet by 2030.

via Daily Mail|
#coral-restoration#environment#kate-middleton