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A Falcon 9 stage gouged a 60-foot crater into the Moon — and ULA finally has a new chief
A spent Falcon 9 upper stage created a 60-foot crater on the Moon, captured by NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter. In leadership news, Mark Peller has become the new CEO of United Launch Alliance, taking over from Tory Bruno. The article also covers recent developments in rocket launches and failures from various companies including SpaceX, Innospace, and China's LandSpace, alongside updates on European and Chinese space programs.
Falcon 9 Debris Leaves a 60-Foot Scar on the Moon, and NASA Just Photographed It
NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter captured images of a new 60-foot crater on the Moon, caused by the impact of a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket's upper stage. The debris left a significant scar and a visible streak on the lunar surface. Independent astronomer Bill Grey had previously predicted the collision course of the rocket stage.
Metal balls from space are popping up on Australia's beaches
Mysterious metal spheres have been discovered on beaches in Australia. While the origin is currently unknown, the article suggests that extraterrestrial involvement is unlikely for this particular incident.