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Manx space group urges election candidates to back treaty

Manx space group urges election candidates to back treaty
BBC Science Saturday 05 September 2026, 06:07 UTC 1 min read
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The Isle of Man Mars Society is urging politicians to sign an international space exploration agreement.

The Isle of Man Mars Society is urging politicians to sign an international space exploration agreement.
Manx (PERSON) The Isle of Man Mars Society (LOCATION)
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