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Aug 2023
10m 40s

A Song of Ice and Fire

THE CORE
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No, this isn't a Game of Thrones podcast episode. Today, we're diving into Moon and Mars talk. On one hand, Chandrayaan-3 has nailed its moon landing, making India the fourth nation to achieve this and the first to touch down on the lunar south pole. On the other hand, scientists suggest that a group of just 22 could pave the way for a successful Mars settle ... Show More
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