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Could we deflect asteroids that are a threat to Earth? First attempt with DART mission successful

Tonight, at 01:14 Europe time, a NASA probe crashed into an asteroid – and with full intention. The asteroid was the target of the DART mission. DART stands for Double Asteroid Redirection Test. The aim of the mission was to change the orbit of the asteroid Dimorphos, which orbits the much larger asteroid Didymos. While ...