NASA presses ahead for Mars rover launch in 2009

(AP) -- NASA has decided to press ahead with plans to launch a big new rover to Mars next year. Friday's decision comes after concerns were raised about the budget and technical progress for the Mars Science Laboratory.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news142874532.html">NASA presses ahead for Mars rover launch in 2009</a></p> <p>(AP) -- NASA has decided to press ahead with plans to launch a big new rover to Mars next year. Friday's decision comes after concerns were raised about the budget and technical progress for the Mars Science Laboratory.</p>