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NASA’s SpaceX Crew-8 Launches to International Space Station

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March 4, 2024

WASHINGTON, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — An international crew of four reached orbit following a successful launch to the International Space Station at 10:53 p.m. EST Sunday from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida. NASA’s SpaceX Crew-8 mission is the agency’s eighth commercial crew rotation mission with the company to the space station.

A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket propelled the Dragon spacecraft into orbit carrying NASA astronauts Matthew Dominick, Michael Barratt, and Jeanette Epps, along with Roscosmos cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin, for a science expedition aboard the orbital laboratory.

“Congratulations to NASA and SpaceX on another successful launch to the International Space Station! On this eighth crew rotation mission, we are once again showing the strength of our commercial partnerships and American ingenuity that will propel us further in the cosmos,” said NASA Administrator Bill Nelson. “Aboard the station, the crew will conduct more than 200 science experiments and technology demonstrations to help fuel this new era of space exploration and benefit humanity here on Earth.”

During Dragon’s flight, SpaceX will monitor a series of automatic spacecraft maneuvers from its mission control center in Hawthorne, California. NASA teams will monitor space station operations throughout the flight from the Mission Control Center at the agency’s Johnson Space Center in Houston. NASA coverage continues with audio only commentary until the start of the rendezvous and docking broadcast.

The Dragon spacecraft, named Endeavour, will dock autonomously to the forward port of the station’s Harmony module about 3 a.m. Tuesday, March 5. NASA will provide live coverage of rendezvous, docking, and hatch opening, beginning at 1 a.m., on NASA+, NASA Television, the NASA app, YouTube, and the agency’s website. NASA also will continue coverage of the crew welcome ceremony once they are aboard the orbital outpost. Learn how to stream NASA TV through a variety of platforms including social media.

Crew-8 will join the space station’s Expedition 70 crew of NASA astronauts Jasmin Moghbeli and Loral O’Hara, ESA (European Space Agency) astronaut Andreas Mogensen, JAXA (Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency) astronaut Satoshi Furukawa, and Roscosmos cosmonauts Konstantin Borisov, Oleg Kononenko, and Nikolai Chubb. For a short time, the number of crew aboard the space station will increase to 11 until Crew-7 members Moghbeli, Mogensen, Furukawa, and Borisov return to Earth a few days later.

Crew-8 will conduct new scientific research to prepare for human exploration beyond low Earth orbit and benefit humanity on Earth. Experiments include a study of brain organoids to understand neurodegenerative disorders, shifts in body fluids during spaceflight, and the effects of UV radiation and microgravity on plant growth. These are just a few of the more than 200 science experiments and technology demonstrations that will take place during their mission.

With this mission, NASA will maximize use of the space station, where astronauts have lived and worked continuously for more than 23 years testing technologies, performing science, and developing the skills needed to operate future commercial destinations in low Earth orbit and explore farther from Earth. Research conducted on the space station provides benefits for people on Earth and paves the way for future long-duration trips to the Moon and beyond through NASA’s Artemis missions.

More about Crew-8
Matthew Dominick is the commander for Crew-8, his first spaceflight since his selection as an astronaut in 2017. During Expedition 70/71 aboard the space station, he will serve as a mission specialist. Follow @dominickmatthew on X.

Michael Barratt is the Crew-8 pilot, making his third visit to the space station. In 2009, Barratt served as a flight engineer for Expeditions 19/20 as the station transitioned its standard crew complement from three to six and performed two spacewalks. He flew aboard the space shuttle Discovery in 2011 on STS-133, which delivered the Permanent Multipurpose Module and fourth Express Logistics Carrier. Barratt has spent a total of 212 days in space. During Expedition 70/71, he will serve as a mission specialist.

Jeanette Epps is a mission specialist for Crew-8, her first spaceflight, working with the commander and pilot to monitor the spacecraft during the dynamic launch and re-entry phases of flight. Epps was selected by NASA as an astronaut in 2009. She will serve as a flight engineer during Expeditions 70/71. Follow @Astro_Jeanette on X.

Roscosmos cosmonaut Alexander Grebenkin is flying on his first mission. He will serve as a flight engineer during Expeditions 70/71.

Learn more about NASA’s SpaceX Crew-8 mission and Commercial Crew Program at:

https://www.nasa.gov/commercialcrew

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MyComputerCareer Looks Back on Rewarding 2024 Fueled by Student and Grad Success; Shifting Mindset to Alternative Higher Ed Learning Pathways

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December 23, 2024

Skills training is having a moment

APEX, N.C., Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — There’s an important conversation happening in higher education that is shifting the way students of all ages approach how, and where, they choose to gain knowledge. Do I need a “traditional” university degree to find a career or are there viable alternatives to gain skills and knowledge? While this question and conversation will, and should, continue throughout 2025, skills-training is undoubtedly having a moment.

As more employers move towards dropping degree requirements, more than 70 million skills-warriors without degrees are paying attention. MyComputerCareer, which has specialized in IT-skills training since 2007, saw the impact first-hand as eager students excelled in the classroom and grads made an impact in IT.

In 2024, MyCC celebrated 3892 graduates, including a cohort of nearly 1600 in August that was the school’s largest since November 2022. By comparison there were 2998 graduates in 2023. The school’s live-led, DoD approved Cyber Warrior Program geared to transitioning service members, contributed to this uptick as the program grew more than 200% in 2024.

“My instructor served in the military and had 20+ years of cybersecurity experience, so he wasn’t just teaching me how to pass the exam, he was teaching me how to pass the exam then apply those skills to the real world,” said Air Force veteran and Cyber Warrior Program alumna Jayanna Berry.

How did students like Jaynna and others perform in the classroom? Collectively they earned nearly 6000 IT certifications which help provide the knowledge and skills needed to positively impact potential employers. Speaking of employers, the school’s Career Services team – which works with students and alumni for life – submitted more than 14,000 resumes on their behalf throughout the year.

Beyond student and graduate success, MyCC had a strong year in 2024, reinforcing the college’s position as a leader in the skills-training space. Some milestones and accomplishments included:

Named Top-10 Military Friendly schoolEarned EC-Council’s Circle of Excellence awardHR Team named “Team of the Year” by Merit AwardsFounder Tony Galati tagged as “innovative leader” in education (Forbes)Featured in a 30-minute Lifetime special titled “Operation Career” highlighting the school’s dedication to active and veteran service members.Named Military Friendly employer

“The first, and most important, metric that defines success for MyComputerCareer is positive student outcomes and 2024 provided numerous opportunities to celebrate so many of those accomplishments,” said Tony Galati, Founder and CEO of MyComputerCareer. “Every earned milestone beyond that bucket is very welcomed as it highlights the dedication of our employees to deliver a positive and rewarding experience to so many folks in an effort to change their lives.”

Since opening its doors in 2007, MyComputerCareer has equipped more than 27,000 graduates with the skills and resources needed for success, resulting in alumni working for some of the top tech companies across the country. The school welcomes students with no former experience or training in IT, and graduates come from a broad range of backgrounds – from hospitality to retail to stay-at-home parents.

About MyComputerCareer

MyComputerCareer is an accredited* technical school, with classes online and on-campus, that provides hands-on Information Technology training, certifications and job placement in as little as seven months. Founded in 2007, the school boasts nine campuses in Texas, North Carolina, Indiana, Ohio, and Nellis Air Force Base, with its headquarters in Holly Springs, North Carolina. For more information, call (866) 606-6922 or visit www.mycomputercareer.edu

* Accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education & Training (ACCET)

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Aaron Martin, MyComputerCareer, 1 773.505.4325, aaron.martin@mycomputercareer.edu, www.mycomputercareer.edu

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Crowley Awards Maine Maritime Academy Cadets with Thomas B. Crowley Sr. Memorial Scholarship

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December 23, 2024

Cadets Anna LaDue and Odegaard Fields have been awarded the memorial scholarships for exemplifying the company’s values and intent on pursuing a maritime career.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Cadets Anna LaDue and Odegaard Fields from Maine Maritime Academy have been awarded the Thomas B. Crowley Sr. Memorial Scholarship. These students were selected based on their performance during the cadet training periods aboard Crowley-operated or -managed ships and their intent to pursue maritime careers.

LaDue, a junior from Canterbury, New Hampshire, is studying marine transportation operations, with a minor in sail training. She has served as the Assistant Officer in Charge for the academy’s Delta Company during the 2024 training year and has achieved the Dean’s List for three consecutive semesters. Outside of her maritime studies, she is involved in the climbing club, singing ensemble, women on the water, environmental action club and her school’s student athletic advisory committee. After training aboard Crowley-managed tanker American Pride in summer 2024, LaDue seeks to sail aboard on tankers upon graduation.

Fields, a junior from New Marlborough, Massachusetts, is pursuing a degree in marine transportation operations. In addition to his studies, Fields is a small vessel handling instructor and terrestrial navigation teaching assistant on the George C. Previll Memorial Inter-Academy Monomoy challenge team. Fields sailed as a cadet with Crowley on the American Pride. Upon graduation, Fields wants to continue sailing as a deck officer on a tanker or offshore wind supply vessel.

The scholarship, which is awarded annually by Crowley, was established in 1994 by the company’s CEO and chairman Thomas B. Crowley Jr. to commemorate and honor Thomas B. Crowley Sr. and his instrumental leadership and accomplishments for the company and maritime industry. Since 1984, Crowley has provided over $3 million dollars in scholarships to more than 1,000 students studying at maritime academies and other select schools in the United States mainland, Puerto Rico and Central America.

About Crowley
Crowley is a privately held, U.S.-owned and -operated maritime, energy and logistics solutions company serving commercial and government sectors with $3.5 billion in annual revenue, over 170 vessels mostly in the Jones Act fleet and approximately 7,000 employees around the world – employing more U.S. mariners than any other company. The Crowley enterprise has invested more than $3.2 billion in maritime transport, which is the backbone of global trade and the global economy. As a global ship owner-operator and services provider with more than 130 years of innovation and a commitment to sustainability, the company serves customers in 36 nations and island territories. Additional information about Crowley, its business units and subsidiaries can be found at http://www.crowley.com. 

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TheLotter: Celebrate Christmas with a Stellar Mega Millions Jackpot!

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December 23, 2024

AUSTIN, TX, Dec. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ – The excitement skyrockets as the Mega Millions jackpot climbs to an estimated $944 million / $429.4 cash option, just in time for Christmas! To date, the popular multijurisdictional lottery has awarded 6 jackpot prizes over $1 billion, and this could grow to become the 7th.

At TheLotter, customers can order tickets for the upcoming Mega Millions draw, featuring such an extraordinary jackpot amount on Christmas Eve, 12/24/2024. TheLotter is the leading lottery ticket courier service, enabling customers across the state to join their favorite lottery draw games at their convenience without leaving home, and win prizes 100% commission-free. Just this week, T.B. from a small community northwest of Houston won $26,000 in the December 20, 2024 Daily 4 Morning draw after securing their entry through TheLotter. The Daily 4 Morning draw is one of the many state lotteries offered on the site. Some take place daily – even multiple times a day – while others are held twice a week.

“As we approach the end of 2024, excitement is at an all-time high with this Mega Millions colossal jackpot grabbing headlines. Adding to the buzz, the game is set to undergo a significant transformation in the coming year, promising even more excitement and chances to win big. With this perfect blend of monumental jackpots and innovative updates, Mega Millions is proving once again why it remains a favorite among lottery customers nationwide.” says Yael Hertz, CEO of TheLotter Group.

Once a customer’s order is confirmed at TheLotter, our agents ensure participation by purchasing tickets from licensed local retailers using the lucky numbers chosen by customers – either manually or via the Quick Pick option. Then, scanned copies, which serve as proof of ownership of these tickets, can be viewed in the customers’ online accounts before the draws take place.

TheLotter’s expanding list of winners who won huge prizes on the site includes Robert Talerico from San Antonio, who hit the $525,000 Texas Two Step jackpot in February 2023, as well as a Dallas customer who won $1 million in a Powerball draw in November 2022.

Lottery games enthusiasts in Texas eager for a chance at massive jackpots can join the excitement seamlessly by setting up an easy and secure account at TheLotter.

For more information about how Texas customers can take their shot at Mega Millions, Powerball and other state lottery draws’ prizes, visit the company’s website at tx.thelotter.com.

About TheLotter
TheLotter offers a lottery courier service enabling residents of Texas to order official Texas lottery tickets from their device, from the comfort of home or on the go.

Follow TheLotter US on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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