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Chang’e-6: Moon samples collected and launched into lunar orbit

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HELSINKI – Material from the far side of the moon has begun its journey to Earth after Chinese spacecraft collected samples and launched them into lunar orbit. The Chang’e-6 launch vehicle lifted off from the mission landing pad in Apollo Crater at 7:38 p.m. June 3 Eastern (2338 UTC), the China National Space Administration (CNSA) … Read more

The far side of China’s Chang’e-6 lunar probe begins its return journey

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Image title, China’s space agency said the rover had flown a Chinese flag after completing its sample collection. Item information the author, Frances Mao role, BBC news 1 hour ago China says its lunar probe has successfully lifted off from the far side of the moon to begin its journey back to Earth carrying the … Read more