Dr. Pillinger led a shoestring effort to put a European lander on Mars — a mission that failed to reach its destination, but succeeded in elevating the profile of space exploration in Europe. Link: Colin Pillinger, 70, Dies; Set Europe’s Eye on Space ; ;Related ArticlesProtest of Planned Incinerator Turns Violent in Chinese CityProtest Against Planned Incinerator Turns Violent in Chinese CityPhilippines Jails Chinese Sailors in Fish Dispute ;
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