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NPHET to be 'significantly scaled back' from late October as restrictions end

NPHET and its sub-groups will move out of the ‘emergency phase’ of the pandemic.

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Aug 31st 2021, 7:55 PM

# Mars

Mars missions scaled back in April because of sun

For much of April, the sun blocks the line of sight between Earth and Mars, making it difficult for engineers to send instructions or hear from spacecraft Curiosity and Opportunity.

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Apr 5th 2013, 6:30 AM