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The Assassin Who Proposed Rocket-powered Flight
Nikolai Kibalchich worked as chief technician for a revolutionary group that killed Emperor Alexander II in 1881. And, he was imprisoned for it. His mark on history—helping to kill the Emperor—for better or worse…was made. But, even as he awaited execution, he wasn’t yet done. During the 17 days leading up to his execution, Kibalchich [...]
Circus owner going into orbit
Guy Laliberte was once a street performer. Now, the Canadian billionaire and owner of the Cirque du Soleil is planning a trip into space. He’ll be the world’s seventh space “tourist” when he’s launched aboard a Soyuz in September. He’ll be visiting the International Space Station. During his 12 to 13 day mission, Laliberte plans [...]
Saturn Imaging Woman’s Advice to the Next President
Those great pictures of Saturn we saw from the Cassini spacecraft were brought to us, in part, by Carolyn Porco. She’s the head of NASA’s Cassini imaging team. In the current issue of Wired, she’s got some space policy advice for the next president. She’s never much cared for the shuttle. Porco wants big rockets [...]
