NASA has firmly refuted reality star Kim Kardashian's claims questioning the 1969 moon landing. Acting administrator Sean Duffy clarified that animations, not actual footage, were misinterpreted by broadcasters. NASA confirmed that astronauts indeed walked on the moon, having successfully completed six missions to its surface.
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George Clooney stated the Democratic Party erred by nominating Vice President Kamala Harris, citing her difficult position running against her own record. He reiterated his belief that President Biden should have stepped aside for a new nominee, advocating for a primary contest instead of a virtual confirmation. Clooney's earlier op-ed expressed concerns about Biden's re-election prospects.
Two US Navy aircraft, a helicopter and a fighter jet, crashed separately in the South China Sea during routine operations from the USS Nimitz. All five crew members were safely rescued. The incidents occurred while President Trump was visiting the region, amidst ongoing trade tensions with China. The Navy is investigating the causes.
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The Allahabad High Court ruled that a conviction under the Juvenile Justice Act does not disqualify individuals from service appointments. This decision came after a Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya teacher was dismissed for concealing a childhood offense. The court reinstated the teacher, emphasizing that juvenile convictions should not lead to disqualification.