Colossal Arecibo Radio Telescope Collapses in Puerto Rico

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A colossal radio telescope in Arecibo, Puerto Rico, has collapsed after all three of its support towers snapped.

The 900-ton instrument platform fell 450ft, smashing the reflector dish below.

It had been announced the telescope would be dismantled due to concerns about damage to its support system.

Built in the 60s, the telescope contributed to some major scientific discoveries. It has endured hurricanes, tropical humidity and a string of earthquakes since becoming operational 57 years ago.

Some may recognise the facility from an iconic scene in the 1995 James Bond film ‘Goldeneye’.

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