Galaxies on Instagram: "2011: Hand-held camera footage of space shuttle Endeavour’s external tank captured by the orbiter’s STS-134 crew as the ET falls away from the orbiter at main engine cut off (MECO) about 8-and-a-half minutes after launch. Via: @nasa"

Space | universe | knowledge on Instagram: "The Challenger STS-51L Accident was a catastrophe on January 28, 1986, when the Space Shuttle Challenger broke apart 73 seconds into its launch, killing all seven crew members. The disaster was caused by the failure of an O-ring seal in the right Solid Rocket Booster (SRB), which allowed hot gases to leak and ignite the external fuel tank. This led to the shuttle’s structural failure due to aerodynamic forces. The accident grounded the shuttle program

Catholic Voices & Prayers on Instagram: "This is Catholic Voices and Prayers — bringing saints’ stories to life! Today is September 29th. On the Feast of Sts. Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, we honor the archangels who fight for us, bring God’s Word, and heal. They remind us that heaven is near and God’s help is always at hand. Sts. Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, pray for us!"