I'm not sure if this has already been posted, if it's in the right place - or even if the news is actually credible (I can't see it on any major newswires yet), but according to a few blogs NASA is due to make a major announcement today: possibly concerning the existence of liquid water on Enceladus.

It's here http://mimiteh.blogspot.com/2006/03/...ent-ahead.html and on the Orlando Channel 13 website.

Also the right-wing 'net rag Drudge Report has something about it, if you feel brave enough to venture there.

Any comments on the accuracy of the story, and of its possible implications?

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See also Questions and Answers: Just Saw Huge Nasa Announcement banner on Drudge

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Possible implications?

Anything from simply "water but nothing more" over extraterrestrial life to hyper-exclusive skinny-dip trips?

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