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Proba-3: Because it is hard

Esa.int 

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Not because it is easy but because it is hard: this historic space phrase is pretty much the definition of ESA’s double-satellite Proba-3 mission, which will employ precise formation flying to produce artificial total solar eclipses in orbit, casting a shadow from one spacecraft to the other. No-one has ever flown a mission like this, up until now. So how is it going to work? Find out in this second trailer video.

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British Yachting Awards Results: 2024 Winners

Sailing Today Magazine 

You voted in your thousands for the best boats, sailors and kit of the past year. Here are the winners of the British Yachting Awards 2024… The British Yachting Awards is an annual celebration of all things sailing; from the finest bits of kit, to the most extraordinary feats of endurance or skill out on […]

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Rail renationalisation should reduce delays but may not cut fares, says UK minister - The Guardian

Sports - Google News (uk) 

  1. Rail renationalisation should reduce delays but may not cut fares, says UK minister  The Guardian
  2. South Western Railways: Will nationalisation make any difference?  BBC
  3. What proportion of rail services will be in public hands by the end of 2025?  Kent Online
  4. First train services to return to public ownership revealed  GOV.UK
  5. South Western Railway to become first train operator nationalised under Labour  The Guardian

Fiscal Discipline: Argentine Peso Leads Global Currency Appreciation in 2024

«The Rio Times» 

The Argentine peso has become an unexpected success story in 2024. It has gained 40.1% in value, outperforming all other currencies globally. This development stands in stark contrast to its regional neighbors, with Brazil’s real losing 13% in the same period. Argentina‘s economic transformation stems from a shift in fiscal policy. The government’s “zero monetary […]

Trains tonight (3 replies)

Small Heath Alliance 

Whats the crack are they going to be a nightmare again from Bordesley to Dorridge after the game, last home evening match was dangerous and train had about 3 carriages on it....disaster waiting to happen.

Massive fire hits warehouses in Giridih, losses amount to Rs 1.5 crore

«The Times of India» (indiatimes.com) 

A massive fire ravaged three warehouses in Bokaro's Bodo area late Tuesday night, causing an estimated Rs 1.5 crore in damages. The fire, suspected to be caused by a short circuit, destroyed two plywood storage facilities, an electrical goods warehouse, vehicles, and merchandise. Firefighters battled the blaze for over nine hours before finally extinguishing it Wednesday morning.

Galaxy to host Red Bulls in MLS Cup final

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

The Los Angeles Galaxy will host the New York Red Bulls in the MLS Cup final after the two founding members of the league won their conference championship games on Saturday.

New phone dilemma (1 reply)

Small Heath Alliance 

Folks I need help, I took out a new contract at carphon warehouse over the weekend and it's one of those flip phones (because I'm a poser). Somehow I've managed to close it and there was a splinter of metal right in the corner and it has damaged the screen beyond use.

I didn't take out the insurance at the time (I was gonna do it this week) but am I gonna have to suck this one up and pay to repair or can I argue this one.

I fear I already know the answer so kind replies only please.