Mysterious 'space balls' on Queensland beaches identified as foreign rocket debris

The Australian Space Agency said six mysterious objects found washed ashore at Forrest Beach, north of Townsville in Queensland, are likely debris from a foreign rocket body that recently re-entered the atmosphere. The objects were discovered by the public over three consecutive days and were suspected of containing hazardous chemicals. The agency is continuing its investigation.

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