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One giant leap for womankind
The man who helped women to “boldy go” in space has died.
Tom Shanahan, 69, from Chicago, invented a special toilet seat for female astronauts.
Previously he worked on missions including the ill-fated Apollo 13 and his name is engraved on a plaque on the moon.
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• A telescope can make a great birthday present. Here are some pointers to buying a telescope as a gift.
