Global News Podcast The Happy Pod: 2024 News Review
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Dec 25, 2024 Dive into uplifting stories from 2024, featuring the remarkable restoration of Notre Dame Cathedral and the innovative Chopsticks Maneuver that revolutionized space travel. Celebrate medical breakthroughs, including new treatments for asthma and cervical cancer. Experience heartwarming tales of resilience, including a thrilling seven-hour rescue and the viral fame of a baby hippo. This journey highlights extraordinary achievements in science, sports, and community spirit, showcasing a world filled with hope and inspiration.
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SpaceX Chopsticks Maneuver
- In October, SpaceX's Starship rocket successfully performed the "Chopsticks Maneuver."
- This involved landing its booster back on the launchpad using robotic arms.
Notre Dame Reopening
- Notre Dame Cathedral reopened after the devastating 2019 fire.
- The reconstruction used 1,500 trees and restored original artifacts.
Cervical Cancer Treatment Breakthrough
- A new cervical cancer treatment reduces deaths by 40% and recurrence by over a third.
- This simple change involves administering chemotherapy before combined chemo-radiotherapy.