Japan launches unmanned transport vehicle carrying supplies to ISS August 19, 2015 - 17:43 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency has launched an unmanned transport vehicle carrying water, parts and other supplies to the International Space Station, the Associated Press reports. The vehicle was launched from the Tanegashima Space Center in southern Japan on Wednesday, Aug 19 night following weather-related delays. Space enthusiasts traveled to the area to watch the launch, some camping near the space center. The transport vehicle is carrying more than 4.5 tons of supplies for the six-member space station crew and is to take five days to reach the station, rendezvousing with it on Monday. Related links:   Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads.   Partner news |  Latest news Cyprus parliament honors Armenian genocide victims  Acting House President Zacharias Koulias noted that April 24 marks the “black anniversary” of the Armenian genocide.Armenia PM, France envoy discuss regional matters Issues related to the consistent development of Armenia-France cooperation were discussed.Azerbaijan razes historic Armenian church to ground Azerbaijan has demolished the historic Armenian Church of St. John the Baptist (known as Kanach Zham).Russia to begin assessing migrant workers' speaking skills Rosobrnadzor is planning to change the Russian language exam for migrant workers and include an assessment of speaking skills |
