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Astronomy Daily - The Podcast: S04E09
Welcome to another captivating episode of Astronomy Daily, your go-to source for the latest updates in space and astronomy. I'm Anna, and today we have an exciting lineup of stories that highlight the dynamic and rapidly evolving nature of space exploration and cosmic discoveries.
Highlights:
Italy's Strategic Moves in Space Cooperation: Italy is making waves in the European space sector, with plans to take control of Vega C rocket operations and explore agreements with SpaceX's Starlink. This shift highlights Italy's growing influence and potential reshaping of Europe's space industry.
International Space Station Update: NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams are extending their stay aboard the ISS, showcasing adaptability and dedication. Their mission, initially planned for eight days, continues to contribute significantly to space exploration.
Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Delay: The debut launch of Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket has been postponed due to rough seas, affecting booster landing plans. This massive vehicle represents a major step in Blue Origin's orbital ambitions, with a focus on reusability and cost reduction.
BepiColombo's Final Flyby of Mercury: The BepiColombo spacecraft has completed its sixth and final flyby of Mercury, capturing stunning images that reveal new insights into the planet's mysterious surface features, including potential water ice in permanently shadowed craters.
Jupiter's Cloud Composition Revealed: A ground-breaking collaboration between amateur and professional astronomers has transformed our understanding of Jupiter's clouds. New research shows that these clouds consist of ammonium hydrosulfide mixed with smog, rather than ammonia ice, challenging previous assumptions.
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Thank you for tuning in. This is Anna signing off. Until next time, keep looking up and stay curious about the wonders of our universe.
00:00 - Today's Astronomy Daily features some fascinating developments in the space sector
00:50 - European Space Agency addresses concerns about potential fragmentation within the space sector
03:02 - Two NASA astronauts have been on an unexpectedly extended stay aboard the ISS
05:07 - Weather delays for Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket due to rough seas
07:00 - The BepiColombo spacecraft made its sixth flyby of Mercury
09:06 - For decades scientists believed Jupiter's visible clouds were primarily composed of ammonia ice
11:18 - Anna finishes up another fascinating day of space exploration and discovery
✍️ Episode References
European Space Agency (ESA)
[ESA](https://www.esa.int/)
Avio
[Avio](https://www.avio.com/en)
SpaceX Starlink
[Starlink](https://www.starlink.com/)
International Space Station (ISS)
[ISS](https://www.nasa.gov/mission_pages/st...)
Blue Origin
[Blue Origin](https://www.blueorigin.com/)
BepiColombo Mission
[BepiColombo](https://www.esa.int/Science_Explorati...)
Journal of Geophysical Research
[Journal of Geophysical Research](https://agupubs.onlinelibrary.wiley.c...)
Very Large Telescope
[Very Large Telescope](https://www.eso.org/public/teles-inst...)

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