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The Times of India

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We are looking into this: NASA administrator replies to 10-year-old girls letter asking to declare Pluto a planet again

A 10-year-old girl's heartfelt plea to reinstate Pluto as a planet has captured global attention, prompting an encouraging response from NASA. Her letter, emphasizing Pluto's significance and the joy it brings, resonated deeply, reigniting public fascination with the celestial body. This heartwarming exchange underscores the power of curiosity and science communication.

10 Apr 2026 5:04 pm
'Riding a fireball': Artemis 2 crew set to face its most dangerous moment as Orion hurtles back to Earth

Artemis II's crew is preparing for a high-speed re-entry into Earth's atmosphere, a critical and dangerous phase of their mission. The Orion spacecraft's heat shield, which experienced issues on the uncrewed Artemis I mission, is under close watch as it faces extreme temperatures and pressure during its descent.

9 Apr 2026 4:23 pm
Indian-origin scientist Deep Jariwala secures prestigious Tennessee Governors Chair role bridging top university and national lab research

Indian-origin scientist Deep Jariwala will join the University of Tennessee Knoxville and Oak Ridge National Laboratory as the UT-ORNL Governors Chair for Quantum Devices in January 2027. This prestigious joint appointment will allow him to lead cutting-edge quantum research, combining academic leadership with access to advanced scientific infrastructure.

9 Apr 2026 3:30 am