02/11/2021 - The Mike's P(a)lace

NASA Awards Contract to Launch Initial Elements for Lunar Outpost

NASA has selected Space Exploration Technologies (SpaceX) of Hawthorne, California, to provide launch services for the agency’s Power and Propulsion Element (PPE)

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Iran coach calls team World Cup's 'most oppressed' after rushed departure from US 06/16/2026

Amir Ghalenoei said his side was ordered to fly back to Tijuana hours after Monday's 2-2 draw with New Zealand, while captain Mehdi Taremi called it "a disaster for us," adding that the team's "goal and wish is to pursue peace and happiness".

Qatar 'cautiously optimistic' on US-Iran framework deal before Friday's signing 06/16/2026

Qatar said the framework agreement to be signed on Friday was a first step rather than a final settlement, adding that it would take time to return to "business as usual" even once the Strait of Hormuz reopens. Trump separately praised Qatar's mediating role and its "great bravery".

UN says 2.4m refugees will need resettling in 2027 and warns of shortage of options 06/16/2026

Afghan refugees are the largest group in need of resettlement, followed by people from South Sudan, Sudan, Syria and Rohingya refugees from Myanmar, living in vast camps in Bangladesh.

Russian Tu-22M3 bomber crashes during training flight 06/16/2026

Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber has crashed in the Irkutsk region during a training flight, amid reports of engine failure. The Defence Ministry said it was not carrying weapons and the crew ejected safely. Four people were taken to hospital.

Trump tells Netanyahu 'be responsible with Lebanon, let Syria handle Hezbollah' at G7 06/16/2026

Trump questions Netanyahu's methods, says Beirut strike was excessive, and points to Syria’s President as the most “capable” of countering Hezbollah.

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