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- This could change space
exploration forever.

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Congress has just approved
an empty paper towel roll

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for NASA to use as a telescope.

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The cardboard roll, which was fished out

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of the recycling will help
scientists get a closer look

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at the solar system.

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The proposal was in development for years

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before a functioning prototype
of the roll was created.

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The legislation will also allow NASA

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to personalize the telescope
by painting it black

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and covering it with
shiny foil star stickers.

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Unfortunately, NASA's proposals
to use a large cardboard box

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as a spaceship remains
stalled in committee.

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