Mars’ Bold Acquisition and the Looming ’Blood Moon’

In today's episode, we delve into Mars, Incorporated's strategic $26 billion acquisition of Kellanova, marking a significant expansion beyond its traditional markets. We also explore the upcoming 'Blood Moon' lunar eclipse set to captivate stargazers in March 2025. Additionally, we discuss the Trump administration's controversial proposal to slash NASA's Space Science Directorate budget by 50%, raising concerns about the future of Mars missions and U.S. leadership in space exploration.



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