New footage shows moment Orion capsule hatch is opened at sea
New footage captures the moment Orion capsule hatch is opened at sea
A recently unveiled video captures the instant a retrieval team accesses the hatch of the Artemis II Orion capsule, revealing the four crew members in a triumphant return. The crew, including Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen, were confirmed safe following their landing on Friday, 10 April, prompting celebrations among the recovery team. This mission marked a significant milestone, as the four astronauts ventured farther from Earth than any previous human expedition.
Landmarks dimmed for an hour during global blackout
During a Saturday night blackout, notable landmarks such as France’s Eiffel Tower and Barcelona’s Sagrada Família Basilica dimmed their lights for an hour. Steve Backshall documented the sighting of two UK orcas, calling it one of his most memorable British wildlife experiences.
Spacecraft journey from assembly site to launch pad
The 98-meter-tall Space Launch System (SLS) and Orion spacecraft undertook a four-mile trip from their construction site to Launch Pad 39B at Florida’s Kennedy Space Center. A 98m tall Space Launch System (SLS) and Orion spacecraft made a four mile journey from their assembly building to Pad 39B at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
Weather warnings and wildlife observations
The Met Office has issued yellow alerts for severe weather, covering both wind and rainfall. Storm Therese, which affected the Canary Islands, brought unexpected snowfall to Tenerife, prompting BBC science correspondent Pallab Ghosh to explore the challenges of medical issues in space.
Stargazers’ highlights and environmental insights
This year’s celestial highlights included meteor showers and supermoons that captivated stargazers worldwide. The astronomical event was captured on camera at North York Moors National Park on 13 August. Studying samples from the ice sheet provides an environmental history spanning over a million years.
Animal welfare and urban spaces
Baroness Kathy Willis discusses the significance of integrating green and blue spaces into urban environments. London Zoo in Regent’s Park conducted its annual weigh-in, where over 10,000 animals were assessed by staff to track their health. The animal rights activist has died aged 91, following a groundbreaking career in chimp research.
Energy costs and scientific discoveries
President Trump recently proposed that wind energy is contributing to increased UK energy costs. BBC Verify’s Ben Chu examines the data to investigate the link between wind power and UK energy bills. Researchers analyzing K2-18b’s atmosphere have found indications of molecules typically generated by basic Earth organisms.
