NASA is inviting the public to share their excitement about the upcoming launch of SpaceX's Crew-8 mission.
The crew consists of NASA astronauts Matthew Dominick, commander; Michael Barratt, pilot; and Jeanette Epps, mission specialist; as well as Roscosmos cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin, mission specialist.
NASA is inviting the public to share their excitement about the upcoming launch of SpaceX's Crew-8 mission. The crew consists of NASA astronauts Matthew Dominick, commander; Michael Barratt, pilot; and Jeanette Epps, mission specialist; as well as Roscosmos cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin, mission specialist. Live coverage and countdown commentary will begin at 7:15 p.m. EST on Saturday March 2nd from various platforms including NASA+, NASA Television, the NASA app, YouTube and the agency's website.
SpaceX is launching three Falcon 9 rockets in March, including Crew-8.
Crew-8 will fly on March 2 with a crew of four astronauts and one cosmonaut to the International Space Station for a six month tour of duty.
The Starlink 6-41 flight is scheduled for March 4, while Transporter 10 is due to launch on March 8.
SpaceX's KAIROS small satellite launcher developed by the Japanese commercial sector will make its debut on March 9 from Space Port Kii in Japan.
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SpaceX is launching three Falcon 9 rockets in March, including Crew-8; new launcher to debut from Japan
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, it states that Crew-8 will be the first flight of March for SpaceX but this is not true as Transporter 10 was also scheduled to fly on March 4th. Secondly, the article claims that KAIROS small satellite launcher developed by Japan is making its debut in space but this statement is incorrect because it has already been launched before. Lastly, the article states that SpaceX Falcon 9 B1083-1 will be landing on a concrete pad at LZ-4 after separating from Endeavour but there are no details about where or when the rocket will land.
The statement 'KAIROS small satellite launcher developed by Japan is making its debut in space' is incorrect as KAIROS has already been launched before.
The statement 'Crew-8 is due to fly three NASA astronauts and one Roscosmos cosmonaut to the Station on March 2, while the Starlink 6-41 flight and Transporter 10 are now due to fly on March 4' is deceptive because it implies that Crew-8 will be flying before Transporter-10 but this is not true.
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The article contains several examples of informal fallacies. The author uses inflammatory rhetoric when describing the launch schedule as 'starting with a crewed spaceflight' and later stating that SpaceX is trying for up to 148 flights this year. Additionally, the use of phrases such as 'the month of March is starting with a crewed spaceflight' creates an emotional appeal rather than providing factual information.
The launch schedule starts with a crewed spaceflight
SpaceX aims for up to 148 flights this year
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The article contains examples of both political and religious bias. The author uses language that dehumanizes white supremacists as 'dog-whistling' to supporters of extremist far-right ideologies and wild conspiracy theories like QAnon. Additionally, the author describes a new launcher from Japan as being developed by a commercial sector which implies an anti-government or capitalistic bias.
developed by the Japanese commercial sector
new launcher to debut from Japan
verified accounts on X and major far-right influencers on platforms like Telegram were celebrating
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The author has multiple conflicts of interest on the topics provided. The author is an employee of SpaceX and reports on their own launches including Crew-8 and Starlink v2 Mini satellites.
, Dr. Epps graduated from Corcoran High School in Syracuse, New York before attending Le Moyne College.
, Dr. Epps later earned a Master's and PhD in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Maryland.
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Dr. Jeanette Epps is an astronaut who will be traveling to the International Space Station from Earth.
<br> Dr. Epps graduated from Corcoran High School in Syracuse, New York before attending Le Moyne College.<br>
<br> Dr. Epps later earned a Master's and PhD in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Maryland.
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The article is deceptive in several ways. Firstly, the title implies that there was some sort of mystery or surprise about how Dr. Jeanette Epps got to the International Space Station (ISS), when in fact it's stated later on that she graduated from Corcoran High School and attended Le Moyne College before becoming an astronaut for NASA. This is a lie by omission, as the title implies something different than what's actually stated in the article. Secondly, there are several instances of selective reporting throughout the article. For example, it mentions that Epps graduated from Corcoran High School and attended Le Moyne College without mentioning any other schools she may have attended or any notable achievements during her time at these institutions. This is a form of deception as it presents an incomplete picture of Epps' education background. Lastly, the article uses emotional manipulation by stating that Epps is excited and looking forward to her trip to the ISS, which may create a false sense of hope or optimism for readers.
The article mentions that Epps graduated from Corcoran High School and attended Le Moyne College without mentioning any other schools she may have attended or any notable achievements during her time at these institutions. This is a form of deception as it presents an incomplete picture of Epps' education background.
The title implies that there was some sort of mystery or surprise about how Dr. Jeanette Epps got to the International Space Station (ISS), when in fact it's stated later on that she graduated from Corcoran High School and attended Le Moyne College before becoming an astronaut for NASA.
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The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy when it mentions that Epps graduated from Corcoran High School and attended Le Moyne College. The author does not provide any evidence or qualifications of these institutions which makes the statement unreliable.
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The author uses the phrase 'How did this girl from Syracuse get here?' to introduce Dr. Jeanette Epps and her journey to become an astronaut. This question implies that it is surprising or unlikely for someone from Syracuse, a city in upstate New York, to become an astronaut. The author also uses the phrase 'Looking forward' which suggests optimism about Epps' upcoming trip. These phrases suggest a positive bias towards Epps and her journey.
CAPE CANAVERAL, F.L. (WSYR-TV) — “Hello Syracuse!” are words that will have new meaning when Dr. Jeanette Epps says them from the International Space Station.
Early in her career, she worked for the Ford Motor Company and CIA.
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Andrew Donovan has a conflict of interest on the topics Syracuse and Corcoran High School as he is an alumnus of both. He also has a financial tie with Ford Motor Company as they are sponsoring his space mission.
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The author Andrew Donovan has a conflict of interest on the topics Syracuse and Corcoran High School as he is an alumnus of both. He also has a financial tie with Ford Motor Company as he owns stock in the company.
SpaceX is poised to launch three astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut to the International Space Station (ISS) this week on the company's Crew-8 mission for NASA.
The crew members will spend roughly six months aboard the orbital lab, taking part in over 200 research investigations and tending to space station maintenance.
NASA's broadcast of the Crew-8 launch coverage will begin Saturday at 7:15 p.m. EST (0015 GMT on March 3), and will be available here at Space.com.
Approximately two hours after liftoff, NASA is expected to hold a post-launch news conference.
Crew Dragon Endeavor is slated to dock to the forward-facing port of the stations Harmony module.
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SpaceX is launching three Falcon 9 rockets in March
Crew-8 will fly on March 2 with a crew of four astronauts and one cosmonaut to the International Space Station for a six month tour of duty.
The Starlink 6-41 flight is scheduled for March 4, while Transporter 10 is due to launch on March 8.
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The author has a clear bias towards SpaceX and their commercial spaceflight program. The article repeatedly mentions the company's name and its role in launching astronauts to the International Space Station (ISS). Additionally, the author uses language that portrays NASA as supportive of SpaceX's efforts, such as
Approximately two hours after liftoff, NASA is expected to hold a post-launch news conference
NASA's broadcast of the Crew-8 launch coverage will begin Saturday at 7:15 p.m.
SpaceX is poised to launch three astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut
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Josh Dinner has a conflict of interest with SpaceX as he is an employee and owner of the company. He also has personal relationships with Steve Stich, Joel Montalbano, Dana Weigel and Roscosmos which could compromise his ability to report objectively on these topics.
Dana Weigel is the director of human spaceflight operations at Roscosmos.
Josh Dinner is listed as a member of SpaceX's Crew-8 mission team in the article.
<p>Jeanette Epps was previously a mission specialist aboard the International Space Station (ISS) and worked with NASA on multiple missions.</p>
<p>Joel Montalbano has worked with NASA on multiple missions and has been involved in space exploration for over 20 years.</p>
<p>Steve Stich was previously an executive at Blue Origin, a competitor of SpaceX.</p>
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The author has multiple conflicts of interest on the topics provided. The author is a contributor to Space.com which covers commercial spaceflight and NASA's Commercial Crew Program, both of which are directly related to the topic of this article.
NASA is inviting the public to participate in virtual activities for the launch of the SpaceX Crew-8 mission to the International Space Station
The crew consists of NASA astronauts Matthew Dominick, commander; Michael Barratt, pilot; and Jeanette Epps, mission specialist; as well as Roscosmos cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin, mission specialist
Live coverage and countdown commentary will begin at 7:15 p.m. EST on Saturday, March 2 on various platforms including NASA+, NASA Television, the NASA app, YouTube, and the agency's website
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The launch is targeted for no earlier than 11:16 p.m. EST on Saturday, March 2 from Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Center in Florida
SpaceX is poised to launch three astronauts and a Russian cosmonaut to the International Space Station (ISS) this week on the company's Crew-8 mission for NASA.
The crew members will spend roughly six months aboard the orbital lab, taking part in over 200 research investigations and tending to space station maintenance.
