Video: India-born investor flies to space, captures Earth from above
Launching from Blue Origin's Launch Site One in West Texas at 6:00 pm IST, the NS-34 mission rocketed past the Karman line, commonly recognised as the boundary of outer space at 100km altitude. The event, watched live on Blue Origin's webcast, offered viewers a close look at the anticipation and excitement as Bahal prepared for liftoff.Now a naturalised US citizen, Bahal is known for his ambitious quest to visit every country in the world. He is also an accomplished aviator, holding both a private pilot's license and helicopter training.For Bahal, Sunday's flight with Blue Origin was the ultimate adventure, a personal dream realized after decades devoted to exploration across the globe.NS-34 Replay: Liftoff! pic.twitter.com/ncEByexE6U— Blue Origin (@blueorigin) August 3, 2025The mission provided several minutes of weightlessness as the capsule floated above Earth, giving Bahal and his crewmates breathtaking views of the planet's curvature and thin blue atmosphere.Passengers unbuckled to experience true microgravity, snapping photos and exchanging smiles of triumph. The capsule's gentle parachute-assisted landing in the Texas desert capped a brief but transformative journey.Following the flight, a beaming Bahal expressed gratitude for the experience, calling it the pinnacle of his lifelong passion for travel and flight. 'Seeing Earth from space was a dream come true—a moment of pure wonder and perspective,' he said.Bahal's flight aboard New Shepard's NS-34 mission underscores both the growing accessibility of space tourism and the enduring human spirit of curiosity and adventure.- Ends
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Jeff Bezos' mother, first to invest in Amazon, dies at 78. Who was Jackie Bezos?
Jacklyn Gise Bezos, the mother of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, has died at 78 after a five-year struggle with Lewy body dementia, a progressive brain disorder. Along with her husband Miguel, she was the first to invest in Amazon. She was born in 1946 and became a mother at 17 when Jeff was born The mother of Jeff Bezos, the tech entrepreneur who founded Amazon and Blue Origin, has died at the age of 78. Born in 1946, Jacklyn Gise Bezos 'died peacefully in her Miami home' on Thursday, the Bezos family foundation said. She is survived by her husband Mike, her children Jeff, Christina and Mark, as well as 11 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Who was Jackie Bezos? How did she die? Let's take a look: Who was Jackie Bezos? Jacklyn Gise Bezos, mother of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, died after a five-year battle with Lewy body dementia, a progressive brain disorder. Together with her husband Miguel, Jacklyn was the first to put money into Amazon. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In 1995, they wrote two cheques amounting to $245,573 to support the new company, which Jeff Bezos had cautioned might not succeed. It did, and their early backing, along with later share purchases, helped build a fortune that was estimated at around $30 billion in 2018. More from Explainers What the Zuck? Why Mark Zuckerberg's neighbours are angry with him The billionaire shared a tribute on Instagram on Thursday after the Bezos Family Foundation announced she had passed away at her home in Miami. Two years ago, Bezos had moved to Florida to be closer to her. 'After a long fight with Lewy Body Dementia, she passed away today, surrounded by so many of us who loved her - her kids, grandkids, and my dad,' Bezos wrote in his post. 'I know she felt our love in those final moments. We were all so lucky to be in her life. I hold her safe in my heart forever.' According to the foundation, she was diagnosed in 2020. Lewy body dementia, the second most common form of dementia after Alzheimer's disease, affects thinking, memory and movement, as per Mayo Clinic. Jackie was born in Washington, D.C., and later moved with her family to Albuquerque, New Mexico. She became a mother at 17 when Jeff was born. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'Her adulthood started a little bit early when she became my mom at the tender age of 17. That couldn't have been easy, but she made it all work,' Bezos said. 'She pounced on the job of loving me with ferocity, brought my amazing dad onto the team a few years later, and then added my sister and brother to her list of people to love, guard, and nourish. For the rest of her life, that list of people to love never stopped growing. She always gave so much more than she ever asked for.' After finishing school, Jackie worked at a bank and took evening classes, often bringing Jeff along. 'I would show up with an infant and two duffel bags,' she recalled in a 2019 commencement address at Cambridge College. 'One full of my textbooks and the other full of diapers, cloth diapers, bottles… and the second duffel bag would have items that might keep Jeff interested for a few minutes.' STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD It was while working at the bank that she met Miguel Bezos. They married in April 1968. The foundation said she 'poured her heart' into bringing up her children. 'She made countless trips to Radio Shack for Jeff, spent numerous hours supervising cheerleading practices with Christina, and hauled drums in the back of the family station wagon for Mark. She dedicated her life to her family and poured her heart into raising her children with compassion, patience, and wisdom,' the statement said. At 45, she went back to university, earning a psychology degree with high honours from Saint Elizabeth University. Her love for learning guided her work with the Bezos Family Foundation, which she started in 2000 with her husband and children.
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Just A Decade Ago This Man Found Out He's Jeff Bezos' Biological Dad: 'I Changed His Diapers'
Last Updated: For Ted, remarriage of Jacklyn Bezos severed the connection, leaving him unaware that the child he once cared for had transformed into a global icon. Jeff Bezos, the founder of Amazon and Blue Origin, penned an emotional note for his mother on Instagram after she passed away at the age of 78. The 61-year-old billionaire said Jacklyn 'Jackie" Bezos' journey into adulthood began early when she became my mother at just 17. He added that it wasn't easy, but she managed to make it all work. She tackled the role of loving me with determination, brought my wonderful dad into the picture 'a few years later". Bezos reminisced about how his mother met and fell in love with Miguel 'Mike" Bezos a few years after his birth. Mike would later adopt and raise Jeff as his own son. The Story Behind Jeff Bezos' Biological Father Inside Edition earlier reported that a named Ted Jorgensen — Bezos' biological father — lived for nearly five decades without knowing that the tech titan was his own flesh and blood. The discovery occurred in 2014 when a biographer visited Jorgensen and asked if he knew Jeff Bezos. 'The name sounds somewhat familiar, but I don't know him," Jorgensen said at that moment. Unbeknownst to him, the baby boy he once called Jeffrey Jorgensen had grown up to become the founder of Amazon and one of the world's most influential figures. This identity mystery resulted from a significant decision made years earlier. After Ted divorced Jacklyn Bezos in 1965, their infant son still carried his surname. However, three years later, Jacklyn remarried Miguel 'Mike" Bezos, who adopted Jeff, giving him a new name and identity. For Ted, this change severed the connection, leaving him unaware that the child he once cared for had transformed into a global icon. Jorgensen was taken aback by the revelation, but reconnecting turned out to be harder than he anticipated. 'Considering Jeff's status, it created a barrier that wouldn't exist if he had a more ordinary job," explained Linda, Jorgensen's wife, referring to the intense media attention and public scrutiny that made a quiet reunion impossible. Despite the prolonged silence, Jorgensen wasn't in search of fame or financial gain. His desire was straightforward— a moment of recognition and an opportunity to express regret. 'I just want to tell him that I used to change his diapers, you know? And just see him, shake his hand, and tell him he's done really well in life," he shared with Inside Edition. Regrettably, Jorgensen passed away in 2015 at the age of 70, never achieving the closure he longed for. view comments Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
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Jeff Bezos pens emotional post for late mother Jackie: 'Couldn't have been easy, but...'
The mother of tech entrepreneur Jeff Bezos, who founded Amazon and Blue Origin, has died aged 78. Jacklyn 'Jackie' Bezos passed away peacefully at her home in Miami on August 14. The news was announced by her charitable organisation, the Bezos Family Foundation, in a statement on the same day. "Jackie died peacefully in her Miami home on August 14th, at the age of 78," read a tribute on the foundation's website. "A quiet final chapter to a life that taught all of us, friends and family alike, the true meaning of grit and determination, kindness, and service to others." According to the statement, Jackie had been living with Lewy body dementia — a brain condition — for five years, following her diagnosis in 2020. Bezos penned an emotional note for his mother on Instagram: "Her adulthood started a little bit early when she became my mom at the tender age of 17,' the 61-year-old billionaire said. 'That couldn't have been easy, but she made it all work. She pounced on the job of loving me with ferocity, brought my amazing dad onto the team a few years later, and then added my sister and brother to her list of people to love, guard, and nourish.' "For the rest of her life, that list of people to love never stopped growing. She always gave so much more than she ever asked for. After a long fight with Lewy Body Dementia, she passed away today, surrounded by so many of us who lover her -- her kids, grandkids, and my dad. I know she felt our love in those final moments. We were all so lucky to be in her life. I hold her safe in my heart forever," Jeff Bezos said. Here's everything you need to know about Jackie Born on December 29, 1946 in Washington, DC, Jackie's life was defined by perseverance, compassion, and a commitment to service. She became a mother to her first child, Jeffrey, at a young age, raising him alone in Albuquerque, New Mexico. While working at a bank during the day, she attended college classes at night. It was during this period that she met Miguel 'Mike' Bezos, a Cuban immigrant who became her husband and life partner for nearly 60 years. Jackie and Mike raised three children — Jeff, Christina, and Mark — in a household that doubled as a community hub. Friends and neighbours often visited, drawn by Jackie's warmth, advice, and open-hearted hospitality. Many recalled her unique gift for making everyone feel like family. At the age of 45, Jackie returned to education, graduating with high honours in psychology from Saint Elizabeth University. Her belief in continuous learning shaped her work with the Bezos Family Foundation, launched in 2000 alongside her husband and children. Under her leadership, the foundation developed initiatives such as Vroom, which translates brain science into practical parenting tools, and the Bezos Scholars Program, which supports young leaders in the U.S. and Africa. Jackie's vision was rooted in the belief that 'together, we can change the trajectory of an entire generation.' Her philanthropic reach also extended to healthcare, particularly in funding advanced cancer immunotherapy research at Seattle's Fred Hutch Cancer Center.
