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<p>Tim Peake: One of the things that we have to do as astronauts is to be ambassadors for space. It’s a hugely privileged position to be in, to go and have a space mission.</p>

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An astronomical challenge: Tim Peake on taking a trip to infinity and beyond

Having been the first UK astronaut to visit the International Space Station after years of training, Tim Peake has taken on his next challenge — trying to take on the enormity of the Universe’s really big questions for younger readers. Mike McGrath-Bryan takes a giant leap to find out more

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Roger Federer steps closer to Wimbledon glory after winning spot in final

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Tim Peake set for return to International Space Station

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Monday lunchtime briefing: AGSI accuses Government of circulating misinformation. Catch up on the headlines

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Lewis Hamilton closes on Rosberg

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A farmer home alone: When the wife goes on her holidays

Tim Peake: ‘I would go back to space in a heartbeat’

British astronaut Tim Peake has given a vivid account of his “really exciting ride” back to Earth and said he would return to space “in a heartbeat”.

Wed, 22 Jun, 2016

Astronaut Tim Peake ‘truly elated’ to be back on Earth

British astronaut Tim Peake will tomorrow give his first press conference since returning to Earth from the International Space Station (ISS).

Mon, 20 Jun, 2016

Catch-up with what you've missed today with our evening briefing

Here’s a briefing on some of the stories and issues highlighted on irishexaminer.com today

Fri, 17 Jun, 2016

Quirky World: William appears on cover of gay magazine ‘Attitude’

Some of the stranger stories from around the world

Thu, 16 Jun, 2016

QUIRKY WORLD ... Thief makes a clean getaway with his haul ... of 35 cents

USA: New Orleans police are investigating an armed robbery in which the assailant walked away with only 35 cents. Two men, aged 33 and 29, were robbed by a man armed with a semi-automatic gun in the city’s Carrollton area.

Fri, 06 May, 2016

Global tributes to ‘national treasure’ David Attenborough at 90

He has travelled to every corner of the globe and it was only fitting that tributes to David Attenborough ahead of his 90th birthday were led by a future king and from as far afield as space.

Sat, 30 Apr, 2016

Book review: Into The Black

WITH interest in space travel in the UK and Ireland enjoying a boost, thanks to the British astronaut Tim Peake working on board the International Space Station, Rowland White’s book Into The Black is perfectly timed.

Sat, 16 Apr, 2016

Astronaut Tim Peake presents Adele with Brit Award from space

Major Tim Peake made a surprise appearance at the Brit Awards from space via video to present the award for global success to Adele.

Thu, 25 Feb, 2016

Quirky World: Intelligence agency’s quiz proves too much to solve

Some of the stranger stories from around the globe

Tue, 02 Feb, 2016

Catch-up with what you've missed with our morning briefing

Good morning. Here’s everything you need to know before you start your day.

Mon, 18 Jan, 2016

Catch-up with what you've missed today with our evening briefing

Here’s a briefing on some of the stories and issues highlighted on irishexaminer.com today.

Fri, 15 Jan, 2016

You can watch Tim Peake's first spacewalk live

Briton Tim Peake will soon head out on his first spacewalk and thanks to the wonders of technology you can watch it live.

Fri, 15 Jan, 2016

Catch-up with what you've missed so far today with our lunchtime briefing

Good afternoon. Here’s all the news you need to know this lunchtime.

Fri, 15 Jan, 2016

What to watch on TV this week

Some fantasic TV to watch this week. 

Sat, 09 Jan, 2016

Catch-up with what you've missed with our morning briefing

Good morning. Here’s everything you need to know before you start your day.

Mon, 21 Dec, 2015

Stargazer Lottie doll-maker Ian Harkin expects footage of doll from International Space Station

Stargazer Lottie may not have Barbie’s big advertising budget —but as the first doll in space she’s getting the kind of publicity that money cannot buy.

Mon, 21 Dec, 2015