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Carnival of Space 155

Join the fun at the Space Carnival, perfect for a lazy Saturday afternoon on this spinning ball.

ByPhil Plait
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Time for the Space Carnival, me droogs, this time at Backseat Driving. Just a little something for a lazy Saturday afternoon, or whatever time and day it is for you on this spinning ball.

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