
China announces spacewalk plans
Beijing (UPI) Sep 7, 2008 - Chinese officials have announced plans for their first space walk to take place later this month.
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Beijing (UPI) Sep 7, 2008 - Chinese officials have announced plans for their first space walk to take place later this month.
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