NASA has selected SpaceX to land the first astronauts on the surface of the Moon since 1972, the agency said Friday, in a huge victory for Elon Musk’s company. The contract, worth $2.9 billion, involves the prototype Starship spacecraft that is being tested at SpaceX’s south Texas facility. “Today I’m very excited, and we are all very excited to announce that we have awarded SpaceX to continue the development of our integrated human landing system,” said Lisa Watson-Morgan, NASA’s Human Landing System program manager. SpaceX beats out Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin and defense contractor Dynetics to be the sole provider for the system, a surprising break from the past when NASA has chosen multiple companies in case one fails. Industry analysts said the decision
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More Confusion Trails British Royal Family As Queen Orders Harry And William To Walk Apart Behind Prince Philip’s Coffin
Feuding brothers, Prince William and Prince Harry will not walk together behind Prince Philip's coffin, funeral details of the Duke of Edinburgh reveals. The brothers are in the small party of close family members who will follow the Duke of Edinburgh's body. But they will be separated by their cousin, Peter Phillips. When the coffin is carried into St George's Chapel in Windsor, William will move ahead of his younger brother as they take their seats separately. A spokesperson for the palace said people's perception of the arrangement is not of utmost concern. The Buckingham Palace spokesman said: "This is a funeral. We will not be drawn into those perceptions of drama. The arrangements have been agreed and reflect Her Majesty's wishes." Covid-19 rules meant
Prince Harry Lands In Another Huge Trouble As Woman Demands For His Arrest, Claims He Primsed To Marry Her
Prince Harry A lawyer has called for Prince Harry to be arrested after "breaking his promise" to marry her. The lawyer, Palwinder Kaur, filed a petition with the Punjab and Haryana High Court in India claiming that the Duke of Sussex contacted her via social media and, after a long correspondence via email, proposed. The lawyer has also demanded that the authorities in India issue an international arrest warrant so that the police and the United Kingdom could apprehend Harry and he could be forced to carry out his promise of marriage "without further delay". The petition is filed by the woman as the petitioner against "Prince Harry Middleton" among others. In her petition, Ms Kaur states: "Prayer in this petition filed by the petitioner, who is
Kanye West, Kim Kardashian Agree On Joint Custody After Divorce
Kanye West has agreed to joint custody of his and Kim Kardashian’s four young children, BBC reports. His response mirrors Kardashian’s divorce filing from 19 February, which began the process of ending their almost seven-year marriage. In both of their filings, the US rapper and the TV reality star agreed that their marriage should end over irreconcilable differences. They have also agreed that they do not need spousal support. West and Kardashian have two daughters North and Chicago, age seven and three respectively and two sons Saint, five, and Psalm, who turns two next month. According to Kardashian’s filing, they kept their property separate throughout their marriage because of the terms of a pre-nuptial agreement.The couple are among the most recognisable stars in the world and are both hugely
“It Is Not Possible For Him To Rest In Peace”- Media Personality, Shade Ladipo Drags The Hell Out Of The Dead Prince Phillip, Husband Of Queen Of England
Media personality, Shade Ladipo, has said that Prince Phillip, husband of the queen of England, will never know peace.The Duke of Edinburgh died on Friday April 9 at the age of 99. Reacting to the news of his demise on her Instastories this afternoon, Shade said the whole British monarch is'' built on slavery and colonization of Black people'' and for this reason, late Prince Phillip and the whole monarch ''can never rest in peace.'' See her post below
Tragedy Hits Nollywood Again As Popular Actress Confirmes Dead Hours before Her Birthday, Colleagues Mourn
It is indeed a sad and trying period for the family members of a Nollywood star, Asabi Ayantunde aka Iya Ife, who left the world just a few hours to her birthday. Nollywood actress Buky Smart shared the news of the actress’ death in a post on her Instagram page. Similarly, actor Olamilekan Ayinla took to his page on Instagram to mourn the deceased actress. Unfortunately, Ayinla had shared a post some hours ago in which he prayed for the late Ayantunde and wished her a happy birthday celebration. He said: “I was wishing you long life and prosperity this morning around (3 am) on my post before this, not knowing that you are no more IYA IFE this woman will call
Drama As Asaba-Based Native Doctor Begs Prophet Odumeje To Forgive Comedienne, Ada Jesus
Asaba-based native doctor, Chi Marine has begged Prophet Chukwuemeka Odumeje to forgive comedienne Ada Jesus. Chi Marine disclosed that he has forgiven comedienne Ada Jesus who came down with an ailment that left her paralyzed and unable to speak after she said made damaging allegation against him, Prophet Odumeje and Actress Rita Edochie. The native doctor stated that there’s nothing anyone can do that can’t be forgiven, and also said that he has to forgive her because he doesn’t know if he will live to see the next day. He also expressed hope of her surviving the ailment.
Shocker: Popular Nollywood Actress, Cossy Ojiakor List Names Of Men Of God She Has Introduced To Prostitutes
"I’ve Introduced Prostitutes To Big Men Of God" – Popular Nollywood Actress, Cossy Ojiakor Cossy Ojiakor, popular Nigerian actresses has said that she has introduced sex workers to big men of God who own big churches in Nigeria. Orjiakor, who disclosed this in an exclusive interview the Saturday Beats, stated that people should desist from having the perception that prostitutes will not make it to heaven. The actress says she prefers dressing seductive to preach on social media in order to encourage some people who have the perception that God will not forgive them because of the way of dressing. In her words….. I know that a lot of women look down on themselves because of the way they dress. They think they are destined
Piers Morgan Who Is Obsessed With Meghan Markle Throws Another Shade At Her In His Tribute To Prince Philip
Even while mourning the death of Prince Philip, Piers Morgan did not miss a chance to throw shade at Meghan Markle. Though the British TV host did not call Meghan's name in the tribute, it was clear he was mocking her by pointing out the difference between her and the late Prince Philip. Everything Piers has ever accused Meghan Markle of - being whiny, wanting fame, granting interviews, playing the victim, complaining, and shunning the upper lip encouraged by the Royal family - he pointed out that Prince Philip was all that and more as he paid tribute to him. Sharing newspaper photos announcing Prince Philip's death, Piers Morgan wrote: "He hated celebrity culture, shunned fame, distrusted the media & barely gave any interviews
British Royal Family Announces Burial Date For Late Husband Of Queen Elizabeth, Prince Philips
Prince Philip Prince Philip, the late husband of Britain’s Queen Elizabeth, and the Duke of Edinburgh will be laid to rest on Saturday, April 17, 2021, in a colourful but lowkey ceremony by royal standards. The Buckingham palace in making the announcement stressed that the funeral service will be held according to the Covid-19 restrictions guideline with the number of mourners to be limited to 30. This means that members of the royal family including the Queen would be expected to put on face masks. The College of Arms, which handles most of the ceremonial aspects of the royal family’s work, had earlier confirmed that the late Prince Philip would not lie in state anywhere accessible to the public, which could have seen