It's 15 years since disaster struck as the Columbia returned to Earth following a research mission.
Author: BBC News - Science & Environment
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The killer whale that can say ‘hello’ and ‘bye bye’
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Skywatchers see ‘super blue blood Moon’
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Killer whale says ‘hello’
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Cryonics: Your body preserved for future revival?
Arizona-based company Alcor offers cryonic preservation in the hope of reviving you in the future.
Super blue blood moon: Get ready for a rare celestial show
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Lobsters and crabs should not be boiled alive, say campaigners
Lobsters and crabs are sentient organisms that feel pain and need more protection, say campaigners.