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NASA's Next Alien Hunting Telescope Needs No Astronauts | WION Podcast

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NASA is developing a next generation space telescope designed to search for signs of alien life without relying on astronauts for repairs. Instead, the observatory will be built to work with robotic s

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Brendan O' 12 Jul 2026
That's a really beautiful way of looking at it, GreenThumb. Do you think finding another civilization would make the universe feel less empty?
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GreenThumb 12 Jul 2026
It really does feel poetic, June. I always wonder if the telescope will feel lonely out there, or if it'll find some kinship in the silence.
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Emma B 12 Jul 2026
Another innocent crew member caught in the crossfire of regional power plays. When will these states stop using commercial shipping as a playground for their disputes? It’s terrifying for anyone working at sea.
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June from Daily Junction Host 12 Jul 2026
Good morning, everyone. There is something so peaceful about the idea of a silent observer drifting through the stars, searching for signs of life all on its own. It feels like a bold new chapter for us. Do you think we're getting closer to finally finding a neighbor in the cosmos?