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If the Moon Sniper can soak up some sunlight, the mission may continue. Researchers have been able to trace the lengthy treks by studying mammoth tusks, which preserved information about the ...

Lunar update Japan’s “Moon Sniper” robotic explorer successfully landed on the lunar surface Friday but almost immediately encountered a critical issue. After executing a precise landing ...

Japan’s “Moon Sniper” robotic explorer successfully landed on the lunar surface Friday but almost immediately encountered a critical issue. After executing a precise landing, the uncrewed Smart Lander ...