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Did We Really Land on the Moon?
The 1969 Moon landing remains one of humanity's most iconic achievements, but over the years, it has sparked intense debate. While the world watched as Neil Armstrong took his historic first steps, a vocal group of skeptics questioned whether it was all a hoax. Let's explore some of the most well-known conspiracy theories surrounding the lunar landing, present the facts, and invite you to draw your own conclusions. Myth #1: The Van Allen Radiation Belts The Claim: Some argue that the astronauts couldn’t have passed through the Van Allen radiation belts without being exposed to lethal doses of radiation, making the trip to the Moon impossible. The Answer: In reality, the Apollo missions passed through the radiation belts quickly, minimizing the astronauts' exposure. The spacecraft were also equipped with shielding that protected the crew, and the radiation levels encountered were well within safe limits for short-duration exposure. Myth #2: The Missing Blast Crater The Claim: Skeptics point out that when the lunar module landed, there was no visible blast crater underneath it, which they argue would have been created by the powerful engine. The Answer: The Moon’s low gravity and the lunar module’s gentle descent required minimal engine thrust. This resulted in no significant disturbance to the surface. Additionally, the Moon's surface is composed of rocky and compact material, which didn’t lend itself to creating a crater. Myth #3: Perfectly Lit Photographs The Claim: Some argue that the photographs taken on the Moon are too well-lit, especially in areas that should have been in shadow, implying artificial lighting was used. The Answer: The photos appear well-lit because the Moon’s surface reflects sunlight. This natural reflection, combined with the astronauts' white suits, illuminated even the shadowed areas. This is a standard effect in photography when light reflects off nearby surfaces. Myth #4: No Exhaust Flames The Claim: Critics question why the lunar module’s engine didn't produce visible flames during takeoff from the Moon's surface, suggesting the footage was faked. The Answer: The lunar module used hypergolic fuels, which burn without visible flames in a vacuum. This is entirely consistent with how such engines function in space, where combustion doesn’t produce the same visible effects as it would in an atmosphere. Myth #5: Stanley Kubrick Filmed the Moon Landing The Claim: A popular theory suggests that filmmaker Stanley Kubrick, renowned for his work on 2001: A Space Odyssey, was hired by NASA to direct the faked Moon landing footage. The Answer: There is no credible evidence to support this theory. Kubrick himself denied any involvement, and the complexity of the Apollo missions, along with corroborating evidence from multiple countries, debunks the idea that the landings were staged. The technology of the time would have made it virtually impossible to convincingly fake such a monumental event. Myth #6: The "Lost" Apollo Mission Tapes and Schematics The Claim: Some say NASA “lost” the original Apollo mission tapes and technical schematics, fueling speculation that the agency is hiding evidence of a hoax. The Answer: The original telemetry tapes were reused in the 1980s due to budget constraints and the need for storage space—this was a common practice at the time. However, copies of the data and footage, along with extensive documentation, still exist, and no evidence suggests a cover-up. Encouraging Speculation The theories and doubts surrounding the Moon landings continue to captivate people's imaginations. While the evidence overwhelmingly supports the authenticity of the Apollo missions, the ongoing debate invites further reflection. What do you think—did we land on the Moon, or is there more to the story? -
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Thai tax tangle: Expats warned of new rules on overseas income
I am so fed up with all this tax talk, I don't need to pay tax, been to my tax office 3 or 4 times they must be getting fed up with me, my next extension is Oct, I'm not worrying any more. DTA UK/Thailand, -
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British Nationals Arrested with Cannabis and Laughing Gas in Phuket Raid
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Royal Navy Submarine Confronts Russian Spy Ship in UK Waters
Now, now. steady on The very first sentence in the same wiki article that you're quoting from says: SSN is the US Navy hull classification symbol for such vessels. So my statement was not 'utter rubbish'. However as the term has been adopted for us by NATO and other countries I will concede that your use of it was correct. An interesting factoid from that same article is that the UK was the first ever country to use an SSN boat in hostile action, when HMS Conqueror sunk the Belgrano during the Falklands war. Following that engagement, not a single Argentinian naval vessel left port during the entire campaign, which does demonstrate the deterrent value of these subs. Little wonder the Yantar quickly departed UK waters.- 1
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Thai tax tangle: Expats warned of new rules on overseas income
Easy. Send the wife and girlfriends to the money exchangers, and park the money in their accounts or under your mango tree.- 1
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Greenland
A web search tells me that Finland, the latest NATO member, is covered by NATO, but do the other European NATO members agree? https://www.euronews.co m/my-europe/2025/01/23/greenland-is-covered-by-collective-security-of-nato-says-finnish-foreign-minister
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