Arecibo Observatory
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Footage shows catastrophic collapse of iconic Puerto Rico telescopeThe Arecibo Observatory was an invaluable tool used to scan the universe for asteroids, planets, radio signals and alien life.TrendingDec 4, 2020
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Massive Puerto Rico radio telescope collapses after cables snapThe telescope's 900-ton receiver platform and the Gregorian dome fell onto the northern portion of the vast reflector dish, more than 400 feet below.TrendingDec 2, 2020
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Famous alien-hunting telescope shut down to avoid ‘catastrophic failure’The massive Arecibo Observatory has contributed to many major scientific discoveries over the last 57 years.TrendingNov 20, 2020
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