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Asteroid Apophis to Safely Flyby Earth in 2029

6/1/2025

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The asteroid Apophis, once feared as a potential threat, is set to make a safe flyby of Earth on April 13, 2029. The European Space Agency's Ramses mission will explore its mysteries, while NASA is eyeing the Janus spacecraft for vital pre-encounter studies. Experts stress the importance of global teamwork and funding to unlock Apophis's secrets.

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The asteroid Apophis, once feared as a potential threat, is set to make a safe flyby of Earth on April 13, 2029. The European Space Agency's Ramses mission will explore its mysteries, while NASA is eyeing the Janus spacecraft for vital pre-encounter studies. Experts stress the importance of global teamwork and funding to unlock Apophis's secrets.