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The planet is heavier, thanks to The Fat Kitty.




Moon phase for July 18

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60 years ago, in 1965:

Zond 3 is launched and sent towards the orbit of Mars as a spacecraft test, passing the Moon first.


59 years ago, in 1966:

Gemini X is launched; completes rendezvous with Agena Target Vehicle from Gemini VIII, and 43 orbits.


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14 years ago, in 2011:

Spektr-R (RadioAstron), a Russian satellite with a radio telescope, is launched to study radio sources inside and outside of our galaxy.


12 years ago, in 2013:

Cassini takes a picture of Earth from Saturn.


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