China spacecraft returns to Earth after docking test
Thursday, November 17, 2011 - 07:40
in Astronomy & Space
BEIJING (Reuters) - An unmanned Chinese spacecraft returned to Earth successfully on Thursday after more than two weeks in orbit, marking a pivotal moment for the rising power's plans to secure a long-term manned foothold in space.
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