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How to watch Australia vs South Africa 2025 ODI series: Live stream cricket anywhere across the world, schedule, squads
How to watch Australia vs South Africa 2025 ODI series: Live stream cricket anywhere across the world, schedule, squads

Tom's Guide

timea day ago

  • Sport
  • Tom's Guide

How to watch Australia vs South Africa 2025 ODI series: Live stream cricket anywhere across the world, schedule, squads

The Australia vs South Africa ODI series represents an early opportunity for both sides to start building towards the next 50-over World Cup. Follow our guide below for where to watch Australia vs South Africa live streams 2025 from anywhere with a VPN. ► Dates: August 19, 22, 24, 2025► Times: 12:30 a.m. ET / 9:30 p.m. PT (-1 day) / 5:30 a.m. BST / 2:30pm AEST• U.S. — Willow TV / Sling• U.K. — TNT Sports / Discovery+ • Watch anywhere — try NordVPN 100% risk free Fresh from a three-match T20 series in which they emerged 2-1 winners, Australia will hope for further success against South Africa. Steven Smith and Glenn Maxwell – the hero in the recent T20 series – have retired from 50-over cricket, though, and with Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc sitting the series out it's time for a new generation to stand up. Cooper Connolly, Aaron Hardie and Matt Kuhnemann will all have chances to impress along with Marnus Labuschagne, who will have half an eye on the upcoming Ashes against England. For South Africa, 22-year-old batter Dewald Brevis is likely to be rewarded for his starring role in the T20s with a spot in the lower order to add some beefy hitting. Captain Temba Bavuma has confirmed he'll bat at three this series, while all-rounder Wiaan Mulder will look to improve his figures with both bat and ball in ODI cricket. This is the start of the rebuild for both sides ahead of the 2027 World Cup, so make sure you don't miss how both sides go about in this fascinating three-match series. Here's a guide to how to watch Australia vs South Africa 2025 live streams from anywhere. Away from home at the moment and blocked from watching the cricket via your usual streaming service? You can still watch Australia vs South Africa live thanks to the wonders of a VPN (Virtual Private Network). The software allows your devices to appear to be back in your home country regardless of where in the world you are. So ideal for sports fans away on vacation or on business. Our favorite is NordVPN. It's the best on the market: NordVPN deal: 3 Months Extra FREE Boasting lightning fast speeds, great features, streaming power, and class-leading security, NordVPN is our #1 VPN.✅ 3 months extra FREE!✅ 74% off usual price Use Nord to unblock your usual streaming service and watch Australia vs South Africa live online with our exclusive deal. Using a VPN is incredibly simple. 1. Download and install a VPN - as we say, our top choice is NordVPN. 2. Connect to the appropriate server location - open the VPN app, hit 'choose location' and select the appropriate location. E.g. USA for Slings Willow TV stream. 3. Go to the broadcaster's stream - head to your home broadcaster's site or app and watch as if you were back at home. Australia vs South Africa ODI live streams 2025: $10 per month Dedicated cricket streaming service Willow TV is showing Australia vs South Africa live streams in 2025 in the U.S.. Willow TV is available from a number of cable providers including Dish, Spectrum, Xfinity, Verizon Fios and more. Not got cable? No worries, as Willow TV is also accessible via OTT provider Sling TV. There are options to pay just for Willow (from $10 a month), or add it to your existing Sling plan. You can check out your options and sign up on its website. Sling TV is one of the most affordable OTT services out there, and it has an unbeatable deal for cricket fans. The Desi Binge Plus and Dakshin Flex plans get you a Willow TV subscription from just $10/month, with no need to sign up to the Blue or Orange bundles first. No long contracts either. Willow TV is where you'll find the lion's share of all the cricket live streams in the U.S. which means a Sling TV sub has everything more or less covered on its own. Result. Fans in India can watch Australia vs South Africa on the Star Sports Network and Disney Plus Hotstar. Monthly subscriptions to Disney Plus Hotstar start from as little as Rs. 199. Anyone outside of India who wants to watch their home cricket coverage can just pick up a good VPN and follow the instructions above to live stream the action safely. TNT Sports are hosting the Australia vs South Africa ODI live streams on Discovery Plus. The streaming service will also be the home of the upcoming Ashes later this year, as well as Champions League and Europa League football, plus 52 Premier League matches in 2025/26. You can get TNT Sports online by subscribing to the Discovery Plus Premium plan for £30.99/month, or you can add TNT Sports through Sky, BT, EE or Virgin Media to watch via your television provider. If you're not in the U.K. right now but want to watch Australia vs South Africa try using NordVPN to watch as if you were back at home. The Australia vs South Africa ODI series will be broadcast on Kayo Sports in Australia. Kayo costs $30 for Kayo Standard and $40 for Kayo Premium Basic. You can try your first month from $1. Again, you'll need to use a safe, reliable VPN to access Kayo Sports when traveling abroad. Match 1 – Tuesday, August 18 Cazalys Stadium, Cairns, 12:30 a.m. ET / 9:30 p.m. PT (Mon.) / 5:30 a.m. BST / 2:30pm AEST Match 2 – Friday, August 22 Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay, 12:30 a.m. ET / 9:30 p.m. PT (Thu.) / 5:30 a.m. BST / 2:30pm AEST Match 3 – Sunday, August 24 Great Barrier Reef Arena, Mackay, 12:30 a.m. ET / 9:30 p.m. PT (Sat.) / 5:30 a.m. BST / 2:30pm AEST Australia Mitchell Marsh (c), Xavier Bartlett, Alex Carey (wk), Cooper Connolly, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Cameron Green, Aaron Hardie, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wk), Matthew Kuhnemann, Marnus Labuschagne, Adam Zampa South Africa Temba Bavuma (c), Corbin Bosch, Matthew Breetzke, Dewald Brevis, Nandre Burger, Tony de Zorzi, Keshav Maharaj, Kwena Maphaka, Aiden Markram, Wiaan Mulder, Senuran Muthusamy, Lungi Ngidi, Lhuan-dre Pretorious (wk), Kagiso Rabada, Ryan Rickelton (wk), Tristan Stubbs, Prenelan Subrayen

Steven Smith names the greatest cricketer and batter of all time
Steven Smith names the greatest cricketer and batter of all time

Time of India

time4 days ago

  • Sport
  • Time of India

Steven Smith names the greatest cricketer and batter of all time

Australia's Steve Smith (AP/PTI) Steven Smith has hailed Jacques Kallis as the greatest cricketer the game has ever seen while calling Sachin Tendulkar the greatest batter. Speaking to BBC, the Australian star shared his admiration for two of the most celebrated figures in world cricket. Kallis, often described as the most complete cricketer, was a giant of the game. Representing South Africa from 1995 to 2014, he scored 13,289 Test runs at an average of 55.37, alongside 11,579 runs in ODIs. Equally destructive with the ball, he picked up 292 wickets in Tests and 273 in ODIs, making him arguably the finest all-rounder in cricket history. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Tendulkar, meanwhile, remains the benchmark for batting greatness. The Indian legend retired in 2013 as the highest run-scorer in both Tests and ODIs, with 15,921 runs in 200 Tests and 18,426 runs in 463 ODIs. His tally of 100 international centuries is a record that still stands untouched, underlining why Smith calls him the greatest batter of all time. Poll Who would you choose as the best Test batter of the modern era? Steven Smith Virat Kohli Joe Root Kane Williamson Smith himself is widely regarded as one of the finest Test batters of the modern era. Since his debut in 2010, the right-hander has amassed 10,477 runs in 119 Tests at an average of 56.03, including 36 centuries. His unorthodox style, relentless consistency and match-winning knocks have placed him in the same conversations as the legends he admires. By placing Kallis and Tendulkar at the top, Smith not only paid tribute to two icons but also reminded fans of the high standards that define cricket across generations. Catch Rani Rampal's inspiring story on Game On, Episode 4. Watch Here!

I drove 350 miles in a day in an electric car and it was an expensive nightmare
I drove 350 miles in a day in an electric car and it was an expensive nightmare

Wales Online

time7 days ago

  • Automotive
  • Wales Online

I drove 350 miles in a day in an electric car and it was an expensive nightmare

I drove 350 miles in a day in an electric car and it was an expensive nightmare A man decided to see if he could make the 350-mile round trip from his home to Bristol in an electric car Plugged in at the services at Taunton on the M5 (Image: Steve Smith) What happens when you swap a trusty diesel for a sleek electric Volvo on a 350-mile journey? A writer for the Mirror, Steven Smith recently put the C40 to the test on a trip from Cornwall to Bristol, discovering the true costs, quirks, and challenges of long-distance EV driving. He chronicled: ‌ Something like 13 years ago, I had the opportunity to test drive a Nissan Leaf for several days. This vehicle was the trailblazer for mass-market electric cars in the UK. ‌ Prior to the Leaf, we only had a handful of quirky city cars produced in limited quantities, but it was the Leaf that truly ignited our EV revolution. However, it was still early days and despite the Leaf being a game-changer, the first model could barely cover 100 miles before needing a recharge. Moreover, public charging stations were few and far between, not to mention slow, making the car primarily suitable for local trips followed by overnight charging at home. ‌ Fast forward to today and the landscape has dramatically changed. After Tesla entered the UK market, I got behind the wheel of its Model S in 2015, which represented a significant leap forward with its extended range, positioning it as a credible alternative to petrol and diesel vehicles. Now, virtually every car manufacturer has an all-electric model, and crucially, the charging infrastructure is vastly improved compared to when I first drove the Leaf, with charging points now widely accessible. Over the years, I've also taken several other electric vehicles for a spin. However, I never felt confident enough to embark on long journeys due to the fear of running out of charge - a phenomenon known as 'range anxiety'. For money-saving tips, sign up to our Money newsletter here ‌ A couple of years ago, however, I decided it was time to put this to the test for the first time. The vehicle chosen for this experiment was a Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Pro, generously loaned to me by the Swedish automaker for a week. The plan Every few weeks, I embark on a 350-mile round trip from my home in Cornwall to Bristol for family and footballing reasons. The question wasn't whether the journey was possible, but rather how convenient it would be, the cost involved, and how it would compare in terms of time. The competition for the Volvo was stiff - my trusty BMW 318 diesel, now more than 18 years old, which consistently delivers between 55 to 60mpg on this route and can easily cover close to 700 miles on a full tank. Filling up the tank costs me roughly £80, takes only a few minutes, and I never have to worry about running out of fuel during my 350-mile trip. ‌ The build-up The Volvo, a twin-motor fully electric model boasting 408hp, arrived on a Tuesday, giving me ample time before my Saturday experiment to get acquainted with the car and, crucially, learn how to charge it. My research indicated a plethora of charging options available today. The slowest method is using a standard three-pin plug at home, which, as far as I can tell, provides around 2.4kw to the car. This method takes approximately 20 hours to fully charge the Volvo. However, anyone investing in an electric vehicle will likely install a home wall charger, which boosts the charging capacity to at least 7kw, significantly reducing charging time. Home charging, despite energy price hikes in recent years, remains the most cost-effective method of charging. My electricity costs when I did this experiment were around 25p per kWh during the day and 20p per kWh at night. ‌ This equated to roughly £20 to fully charge the Volvo, which boasted a theoretical range of 273 miles. It'll vary for everyone depending on their electricity deal - many providers now have EV tariffs which have overnight rates as low as a few pence, meaning you can top-up a car for something like £5. However, public chargers are a different kettle of fish. In my search, I found prices ranging from 28p per kWh for a slow 7kW supermarket car park charge (the ones at Tesco used to be free, but not anymore) to a staggering 79p for a faster boost of up to 350kW. What you're paying for here is speed. That 79p charger could fill the an EV battery in something like 30 minutes, but it would set you back a hefty £60 or more. ‌ In the days leading up to my trip, I spent a considerable amount of time pondering over strategy and cost. It was clear that a round trip without charging was out of the question. Therefore, I had to plan for a quick fast charge at a motorway service station on the way there, followed by a slow top-up at a relative's house in Bristol, and another pit stop for a boost on the return journey to avoid the risk of being stranded on Bodmin Moor in the dark. The anticipation of this seemingly more epic than usual journey filled me with a blend of anxiety and excitement. Would I reach Bristol? ‌ Would the chargers at the service stations function properly? What if they didn't? Would I find myself returning home at midnight after spending a lonely Saturday night at a deserted motorway service station, waiting for the battery to charge? This was going to be an interesting experience. The journey As I mentioned earlier, I frequently make this journey in my trusty, slightly aged Beemer. At current diesel prices, it costs me approximately £40, assuming 55mpg and 139.9p per litre, which is the rate at my local supermarket in August 2025. ‌ Setting off around 8am, the journey usually takes me about two hours and 45 minutes. I only typically stop if I need a comfort break. Assuming no traffic disruptions, I'm in Bristol before 11am. However, I knew this journey would likely be different. Before setting off on a Saturday morning, I made sure the Volvo was fully charged to give myself the best possible start. Although it's generally advised not to charge to 100% to extend the battery's lifespan, I decided to ignore this for the journey. ‌ Setting off in the morning - fully charged (Image: Steve Smith) Despite the battery indicating a full charge, the actual range displayed was only 180 miles, falling short of Volvo's official claim of a theoretical 273-mile range. This meant that I had just enough to cover the 175-mile trip. I had hoped for a bit more wiggle room. Factors such as outside temperature, driving conditions and usage of amenities like climate control and heated seats can impact the range. However, in order to make a fair comparison with my old diesel car, I was resolved not to forego these comforts to stretch the range. ‌ Setting off with a range of 180 miles, I was already feeling slightly apprehensive. Thankfully, the car came equipped with Google Maps, which includes a useful feature that estimates how much battery will be left upon reaching your destination. If it predicts you won't make it, it suggests charging stations along the route, providing details about each one's detour distance and charger type (medium, fast, etc). I had hoped that the 180-mile range would stabilise or even increase once I was on the move, similar to how your miles per gallon improve when you transition from stop-start driving to steady cruising. However, this wasn't the case, although it did seem to hover around a median value between a high and low point, according to the car's computer. Regardless, my planned charging stop was at Taunton Deane services on the M5, which was 120 miles away and comfortably within my remaining range. I pulled in there at 9.40am, with 25% battery left and 45 miles of range remaining. ‌ It was time for my first encounter with an on-the-road charger. At the time of this drive, Taunton was equipped with a Gridserve fast charger, capable of delivering 60kw to the car at a rate of 65p per kWh. The process was swift and straightforward, with the charger's own cable extending out much like a petrol pump, plugging directly into the car without any need to mess about with the cables that come with the vehicle. Once plugged in, you simply tap your contactless payment card and the charging begins. When finished, you press 'stop', the cost is displayed, you unplug and you're on your way. Typically, I'd pause here for a quick 10 or 15-minute break and a cup of tea. But this time, I needed a different kind of energy, so I waited until 10.20am, by which point the battery had recharged to 60%. Improved charging tech since my experiment - I'm reflecting now on this trip back at the start of 2023 - means this will now be faster. ‌ The whole process had been quite simple, but it hadn't been inexpensive. The cost was £19.62 to add 55 miles. Blimey - 55 miles in my BMW would consume about a gallon, costing less than £7. I finally arrived in Bristol just past 11am, about half an hour later than usual. Upon arrival, my charge was down to 35% with a range of 60 miles. I hastily plugged in at a relative's house for a slow recharge using a standard three-pin plug. By 6.30pm, I had managed to add another 30 miles to the car's range, costing around £5. ‌ The journey home was nerve-wracking. Throughout the day, I evaluated my charging options for the return trip and realised I had overlooked a better option. Gridserve operates a larger charging station at Exeter services, roughly halfway through my journey, offering super-fast chargers that deliver 350kw, a significant upgrade from the 60kw charger I used at Taunton. Since I did this trip, it has expanded even further and is now a major charging hub. The impressive - but expensive - super-fast charger at Exeter (Image: Steve Smith) I set off for home at 6.45pm, the typical departure time for this day trip, having managed to charge the car up to a 90-mile range, or 52%. Exeter was 75 miles away. ‌ It was going to be close, but I was resolved to reach it without having to stop twice on the way home. I was confident that the super-fast charger would come to my rescue, provided I could make it there. The following hour was incredibly tense. I barely made it to Exeter with a mere 7% charge left, showing a range of 14 miles. The last 20 minutes before reaching Exeter were particularly unnerving as the range seemed to shrink more and more. Arriving at Exeter with 7% battery after a worrying hour or so (Image: Steve Smith) ‌ But I made it and, at 8pm, plugged in. The process was as straightforward as in the morning, quick and easy to get charging, this time, for some reason, 66p per kWh. The charger didn't disappoint when it came to speed - it showed as much as 130kw during charging, although it slows as it gets fuller, so this was impressively quick - it was hard not to be struck by how far we've come in terms of charging tech in recent years. However, it wasn't cheap. I wandered around a fairly quiet service area until 8.45pm, stopping the charge at 84%, 140 miles range - comfortably above the 100 remaining until home. ‌ The rapid charger had added a tidy 126 miles in just 45 minutes. The downside? It cost £43.45. The second part of the return journey was somewhat less stressful, knowing that I was home and dry, so to speak, with enough range to get back. I did just that at 10.20pm, 50 minutes later than normal, with 25 miles and 16% battery left. I, on the other hand, was close to running on empty at this point. The whole day had been a bit of a brain melt in all honesty, constantly working out how far I could travel and where the best places to stop were on both legs of the journey. ‌ All in all I felt relieved to get home, but also like someone had emptied my wallet while I wasn't looking. Costs Fully charge at home before departure: approx £20; miles added: 180 Fast top-up at services on outward journey: £19.62; miles added: 55 Slow top-up in Bristol: £5 approx; miles added: 30 Super-fast top-up at services on return journey: £43.45; miles added: 126 Total: £88.07 ‌ However, with an EV-specific home tariff that I didn't have, you could make this overall cost something like £70. It's also possible to get subscriptions for public chargers if you're a regular user, which can reduce the cost further: Diesel cost for same journey: assuming 55mpg and 139.9p per litre, £40 Petrol cost for same journey: assuming 45mpg and 130.9p per litre, £46 The car Before we delve into the conclusions, let's discuss the rather splendid Volvo C40 Recharge Twin Pro. This top-of-the-range model boasts a hefty 408hp, making for some thrilling driving experiences. Thanks to its electric power, it offers immediate and rapid acceleration, propelling you to 62mph in a mere 4.7 seconds. ‌ It provides an exceptionally smooth ride in every aspect and is undeniably a luxury vehicle. The interior is beautifully minimalist, with ample storage space, generous room in the back, and a plethora of gadgets. The C40 Recharge is also available in a fetching Fjord Blue (Image: Volvo) Features include adaptive cruise control that adjusts your speed based on the car ahead, as well as technology that keeps you in your lane by correcting your steering if needed. These features theoretically make the car almost self-driving, but it will nudge you if you become too complacent. ‌ The car also boasts a 360-degree parking camera, providing an overhead view that's incredibly handy for squeezing into tight spots. The seats and steering wheel are heated, the sound system is a top-notch Harman Kardon setup, and there's a wireless phone charger. A panoramic roof adds a bright and spacious feel to the interior, while a simple 'swish' of your foot under the rear of the car opens the tailgate to reveal a generous boot. All these features contribute to a seamless driving experience, something Volvo excels at. The C40 is exclusively available as an electric vehicle, marking the first time in Volvo's history that a model has been offered solely as an EV. An alternative option is the single-motor 231hp Recharge version, which may not offer the same performance - reaching 62mph in 7.4 seconds - but does promise quicker charging and better fuel efficiency, at least on paper. ‌ This variant was priced at £47,100 at the time, while our test car came in at £61,950 at the time of writing in 2023. The verdict I genuinely wanted this to work out. However, after what I believe was a thorough real-world test, I couldn't justify the figures that I encountered and the added journey time was an issue as well. No matter how I crunched the numbers, the round trip took me an extra 90 minutes and cost nearly £40 more than usual. That was unexpected. However, had I been an EV owner, with a cheap overnight tariff at home and a public charger subscription, I could have got the costs of EV versus diesel considerably closer, but the added time 'cost' would have still been there. ‌ It seems that contributing to environmental preservation with zero-emission vehicles comes with a personal price tag, in time if not money as well. The issue lies not with the car, which was superb, as are the many others available these days, but with the expense of on-the-road charging. My only gripe with the vehicle was its failure to meet its advertised range, which ultimately added to the cost as I wasn't getting as much value for my money as I had hoped. Achieving around 220 or 250 miles on a full charge would have been more satisfactory. Until the cost of on-the-road chargers comes closer to home charging rates, long-distance travel becomes a tricky calculation. ‌ If all my charging could have been done at home rates, the day's expenses would have been totally different story. However, this wasn't feasible, because on a long journey you are reliant on public chargers and their escalating costs. This leads me to conclude that the current debate over electric cars continues to be complex. If, like many people, your driving is mostly local (commuting, shopping, dining out, etc.) with the occasional long trip thrown in every few weeks, it makes a lot of sense when most of your charging can be done at home. This is especially true if you have a proper home charger installed and aren't resorting to running an extension lead out of a window like I was. The old cable-through-the-window method for home charging (Image: Steve Smith) ‌ For those frequently embarking on long journeys, the current high costs of service station chargers remain a significant hurdle, even more than two years since I did this drive. If I had relied solely on the 79p charger, for instance, my total cost would have skyrocketed to £130 - something like four times the cost of diesel. This doesn't even factor in two other vital considerations - the car's price tag and its environmental impact. Given that electric cars emit zero carbon, you might be prepared to shell out more to reduce your carbon footprint. So, while we've made tremendous strides over the past decade, we're not quite there yet if you do a lot of long journeys. Car technology has advanced leaps and bounds and charging infrastructure continues to expand at a rapid pace. However, roadside chargers need to keep getting faster and significantly cheaper. ‌ We still have some distance to cover before EVs can match the convenience of petrol or diesel vehicles, even if they are environmentally cleaner. There is no mainstream EV on the planet right now that can match 700 miles to the tank. The day when we all drive electric cars is likely still a few decades away. If you're in the market for a new car, considering an electric vehicle is certainly worthwhile. However, it's not a decision to be made on a whim with a sudden declaration of 'I must buy an electric car'. There are numerous factors to consider and the practicality of going electric will vary from individual to individual. Article continues below

Prominent Sutter County hemp advocate arrested for allegedly illegally growing marijuana
Prominent Sutter County hemp advocate arrested for allegedly illegally growing marijuana

CBS News

time31-07-2025

  • CBS News

Prominent Sutter County hemp advocate arrested for allegedly illegally growing marijuana

A Gridley man was in court Wednesday after 24 tons of illegal marijuana were seized and destroyed by law enforcement in Sutter County. According to the Yuba Sutter Narcotic and Gang Enforcement Task Force (NET-5), the marijuana discovered is valued at an estimated $60 million, and authorities say it was all being grown under the guise of hemp. The suspect, Luke Wilson, has been a vocal advocate for hemp farming. He played a huge role in lifting the county's temporary hemp ban back in December, and we even visited his farm. Wilson is Sutter County's main hemp grower. He's been an advocate for hemp farming for several years now, even working closely with county officials on overturning a hemp ban. "Writing letters to the county, talking to the supervisors, talking to the ag department and how we can help make this thing work, because this is our business. We want it to succeed," Wilson said to CBS13 in December 2024. Ultimately, his efforts were successful, and hemp is once again allowed to be grown and processed in Sutter County, with proper permitting. But that's something the county claims Wilson did not have. "He had a permit to cultivate, but not process. He was in the process of getting that hemp processing permit," said Steven Smith, Sutter County administrator. Wilson could grow hemp, but could not make products with it. Allegedly, that's what he was doing, and the county says a complaint came in to code enforcement. The county said that upon arrival, officials found several issues pertaining to building violations and told Wilson they'd be back for further inspection. "That's when the law enforcement officer was there, and my understanding is he had suspicions maybe it was marijuana and not hemp," Smith said. From there, the narcotics team was called and things snowballed. Hemp has THC at below 0.3%, while marijuana has THC at any percentage higher than that. The county said the plants were testing at marijuana levels. County leaders say they feel duped after working with Wilson to accommodate hemp farmers. "It's just very disappointing that someone who was that vocal basically was, in my view, trying to put one over on Sutter County and the goodwill that was shown by the ag commissioner and the county," said Jennifer Dupre, Sutter County district attorney. Wilson's bail is set at $1 million.

NASA mobile exhibit trailer brings moon rock to Abilene
NASA mobile exhibit trailer brings moon rock to Abilene

Yahoo

time19-07-2025

  • Science
  • Yahoo

NASA mobile exhibit trailer brings moon rock to Abilene

ABILENE, Texas () – It's not common to associate Abilene with NASA, but that changed on July 18 at the Morgan Jones Planetarium. The NASA Mobile Exhibit Trailer made a stop in Key City, bringing a piece of space history with it. The traveling exhibit showcases a moon rock that visitors can touch. The rock is at least 3.75 billion years old and was retrieved from the Sea of Serenity on December 11, 1972, during the Apollo 17 mission. Visitors could touch the moon rocks, participate in space education, and explore other NASA space exhibits. Steven Smith, a Communication Strategist contracted by NASA, discussed the moon rock. 'I will go ahead and say, look, it doesn't look like you think it's going to look. It's very smooth and flat. And this is one of the few opportunities that people will ever get to touch a moon rock,' Smith said. Abilene Independent School District students who took part were doing more than just a day of learning. This trip to the planetarium offers high school juniors the opportunity to participate in the Texas High School Aerospace Scholars Program, where they can work directly with NASA throughout the school year. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Solve the daily Crossword

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