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First Image Of Actual Moon Bombing Impact

8:42AM October 10, 2009 | Jesus Diaz

Like Mark said, the much-anticipated Moon bombing fireworks have been a major letdown. The good news is that it happened: NASA has released the actual money shot, showing the impact flash. Just don’t expect a Ron Jeremy G22 bang. More »

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Reminder: How To Watch The Moon Bombing In Real Time

9:53AM October 9, 2009 | Jesus Diaz

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In case you missed it, NASA is bombing the Moon tomorrow morning at 7:31AM Eastern/4:31AM Pacific (10.31pm AEDST). Here you have a simulation of the projectile’s approach, which will cause a 50km high plume. Check out how to watch it here. More »

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How To Watch The Moon Bombing In Real Time

3:00PM October 8, 2009 | Jesus Diaz

If you have nothing to do on Friday, October 9, at 7.31am Eastern/4.31am Pacific (10.31pm AEDST), reserve that spot for some serious space fireworks. At that time you can see how NASA bombs the Moon from orbit using this huge thing. More »