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The in-depth story of 2010's Copiapó mining accident ("Chilean mining accident") and mine rescue in the Atacama Desert's San José mine. August 5, 2010. Luis Urzua, the mine supervisor ...

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Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has been fully cleared to resume his "normal routine" after undergoing two ...

From the total lunar eclipse in March to three epic supermoons this fall, these are the best celestial events of 2025 that are worth traveling for (plus one to look forward to in 2026!).