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SpaceX Falcon 9 Launch Illuminates North Carolina Sky, Captivating Early Risers

SpaceX Falcon 9 Launch Illuminates North Carolina Sky, Captivating Early Risers

SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket launch from Cape Canaveral, Florida, was visible in the pre-dawn sky over North Carolina on Tuesday. The launch window was between 2:13 and 6:13 AM, and the rocket's vapor trails were illuminated by the rising sun, creating a striking visual display. The curvature of the Earth made the rocket appear to move sideways, surprising many observers. The event was widely photographed and shared by residents, highlighting the public's interest in space exploration and technology.
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College Baseball Notebook: UCLA coach says when it comes to 27-game winning streak, mum's the word

College Baseball Notebook: UCLA coach says when it comes to 27-game winning streak, mum's the word

UCLA's baseball team is on the cusp of entering all-time territory with the 27-game winning streak it carried into the week
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Amazon signs $11.57 billion deal for satellite firm Globalstar to challenge Musk's Starlink

Amazon signs $11.57 billion deal for satellite firm Globalstar to challenge Musk's Starlink

April 14 (Reuters) - Amazon.com said on Tuesday it would acquire Globalstar in an $11.57 billion deal, bolstering its fledgling satellite business as it looks to take on bigger rival SpaceX's Starlink.
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Notre Dame Football continues to get a ton of spring hype

Notre Dame Football continues to get a ton of spring hype

Today’s best news about Notre Dame Football as they continue to push through spring practice.
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Amazon Acquires Globalstar to Compete with Starlink in Satellite Connectivity

Amazon Acquires Globalstar to Compete with Starlink in Satellite Connectivity

Amazon Acquires Globalstar to Compete with Starlink in Satellite Connectivity
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NASA's Cygnus XL Cargo Craft Successfully Installed on ISS Unity Module

NASA's Cygnus XL Cargo Craft Successfully Installed on ISS Unity Module

Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL spacecraft has been successfully installed on the Earth-facing port of the International Space Station's Unity module. This installation is part of NASA's Northrop Grumman Commercial Resupply Services 24 mission. The Cygnus XL, launched on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, carried over 11,000 pounds of research and supplies. This mission marks the second flight of the Cygnus XL, a larger and more cargo-capable version of Northrop Grumman's solar-powered spacecraft. The Cygnus XL will remain at the space station until October, after which it will dispose of several thousand pounds of debris through re-entry into Earth's atmosphere.
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Cygnus XL Cargo Craft Launches to Resupply ISS Expedition 74 Crew

Cygnus XL Cargo Craft Launches to Resupply ISS Expedition 74 Crew

Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft launched from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida, carrying over 11,000 pounds of scientific investigations and cargo to the International Space Station (ISS). The launch is part of NASA's Commercial Resupply Services-24 mission, aimed at supporting the ISS Expedition 74 crew. The spacecraft, launched on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, will reach its preliminary orbit shortly after launch and is expected to deploy its solar arrays to power its journey to the ISS.
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Villanova guard Bryce Lindsay drawing interest from Kentucky

Villanova guard Bryce Lindsay drawing interest from Kentucky

Wildcats continue aggressive search for backcourt depth amid roster turnover.
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Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL Launches on SpaceX Falcon 9 to Resupply ISS

Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL Launches on SpaceX Falcon 9 to Resupply ISS

Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft successfully launched aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on April 11, 2026. The spacecraft is part of the Commercial Resupply Services-24 mission, carrying over 11,000 pounds of scientific investigations and cargo to the International Space Station (ISS). The launch occurred at 7:41 a.m. EDT, and Cygnus XL is expected to reach its preliminary orbit about 10 minutes after liftoff, with solar arrays deploying approximately an hour and 45 minutes later. NASA astronauts Jack Hathaway and Chris Williams will capture the spacecraft using the station's Canadarm2 robotic arm on April 13, with live coverage available on NASA+, Amazon Prime, and YouTube.
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Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL Launches to Resupply International Space Station

Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL Launches to Resupply International Space Station

Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft was launched on April 11, 2026, aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The mission, known as Northrop Grumman CRS-24, is part of the company's Commercial Resupply Services contract with NASA. The spacecraft is carrying over 11,000 pounds of scientific investigations and cargo to the International Space Station (ISS). The Cygnus XL is expected to reach its preliminary orbit approximately 10 minutes after launch and will deploy its solar arrays about an hour and 45 minutes later. NASA astronauts Jack Hathaway and Chris Williams are scheduled to capture the spacecraft using the station's Canadarm2 robotic arm.
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Cygnus XL Cargo Craft Launches to Resupply International Space Station

Cygnus XL Cargo Craft Launches to Resupply International Space Station

Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft successfully launched from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida on April 11, 2026. The spacecraft, carrying over 11,000 pounds of scientific investigations and cargo, is part of the company's Commercial Resupply Services-24 mission. The launch was executed using a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40. The Cygnus XL is expected to reach its preliminary orbit approximately 10 minutes post-launch and will deploy its solar arrays about an hour and 45 minutes later. The spacecraft's arrival at the International Space Station (ISS) is scheduled for April 13, with live coverage available on NASA+, Amazon Prime, and NASA's YouTube channel. NASA astronauts Jack Hathaway and Chris Williams will use the station's Canadarm2 robotic arm to capture the Cygnus XL at around 12:50 p.m.
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Cygnus XL Solar Arrays Deploy After Launch, Powering Flight to ISS

Cygnus XL Solar Arrays Deploy After Launch, Powering Flight to ISS

Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL spacecraft successfully deployed its two UltraFlex solar arrays after launching on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida. The deployment occurred shortly after the spacecraft's liftoff at 7:41 a.m. EDT on April 11, 2026, as part of NASA's Northrop Grumman Commercial Resupply Services-24 mission. The solar arrays are crucial for powering the spacecraft during its journey to the International Space Station (ISS). NASA astronauts Jack Hathaway and Chris Williams are scheduled to capture Cygnus XL using the station's Canadarm2 robotic arm on April 13, with live coverage available on NASA+, Amazon Prime, and YouTube.