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On October 30, 2024, China launched the Shenzhou-19 mission, sending a crew of three, including the country's third female astronaut, to the Tiangong space station. The crew will conduct scientific research and extravehicular activities during their six-month stay.
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The space race heats up as SpaceX prepares for a sixth Starship test flight on November 18, 2024, while China unveils a new design for its Long March 9 rocket, closely resembling SpaceX's Starship. Both developments signal a competitive push towards lunar exploration and beyond.
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On November 4, 2024, a new crew arrived at China's Tiangong space station, replacing astronauts who had completed a six-month mission. This marks a significant step in China's ambitions for lunar exploration by 2030 and its growing role in global space endeavors.