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Japan successfully launches next-gen H3 rocket
Tokyo (AFP) Feb 17, 2024
Japan's space agency toasted a successful blast-off for its new flagship rocket on Saturday, making it third time lucky after years of delays and two previous failed attempts. The next-generation H3 has been mooted as a rival to SpaceX's Falcon 9, and could one day deliver cargo to bases on the Moon. "I've been in the space industry for a long time, but I've never felt so happy before, a