From Earth to Moon: The Billionaire Space Race Intensifies

Eutelsat reports strong revenue as France supports competition to Starlink. SpaceX launches a long-duration crew to the International Space Station. New research reveals the secrets of elephant trunk whiskers. The space race heats up as Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos pursue lunar ambitions amid competition with China.

Eutelsat, backed by French support, has reported impressive revenue figures, surpassing expectations. These gains are linked to France's plans to create a European contender to SpaceX's Starlink, causing Eutelsat to shift its focus towards internet services.

In another development, SpaceX successfully launched a crew to the International Space Station, marking its 12th long-duration mission. The rocket carried astronauts from the U.S., France, and Russia, embarking on an eight-month microgravity research expedition.

Research into elephant trunk whiskers has yielded new insights. These whiskers are pivotal for tactile feedback and are uniquely structured, aiding elephants significantly despite their thick skin. Meanwhile, the space race sees U.S. billionaires Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos striving for a competitive edge, with SpaceX and Blue Origin aiming lunar missions before China's anticipated 2030 endeavor.