<ul><li>Athena, a private spacecraft sent to the moon, has been declared dead after toppling over during landing.</li><li>The spacecraft, launched by Intuitive Machines, initially sent data but is unlikely to recharge due to its orientation and extreme cold temperatures.</li><li>Athena was carrying scientific probes and experiments, including NASA's Trident regolith drill, intended for exploring the moon and searching for water.</li><li>The mission's failure highlights the challenges and rugged terrain of the moon's south pole and emphasizes the need for further space exploration in the region.</li></ul>

Athena spacecraft declared dead after toppling over on moon

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