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Endeavour Space Shuttle Launch Delayed Due to Technical Issues

The much-awaited launch of NASA's Endeavour space shuttle has been delayed indefinitely, leaving thousands of spectators and enthusiasts disappointed. The decision was made after technical issues were discovered during pre-launch checks.

As part of the rigorous safety protocols, NASA officials called off the launch at 12:19 p.m. EDT today, just minutes before Endeavour was set to lift off from Kennedy Space Center's Launch Pad 39A. The space agency had expected up to 750,000 spectators for the historic event, which would have been one of the last chances to witness a NASA space shuttle launch.

President Barack Obama and his family were among those who had planned to watch the launch, but unfortunately, they will have to postpone their plans as well. 'Obviously we would have very much loved to have seen Endeavour lifting off this afternoon, but that wasn’t to be the case,' said Bob Cabana, director of Kennedy Space Center.

NASA officials are currently investigating the source of the technical issue and plan to take at least 72 hours to resolve the problem before attempting another launch. The next available window for a launch is set for May 2, with a revised launch time of 2:33 p.m. EDT.

'We look like we've got a good shot to keep trying here,' said Mike Moses, chair of the shuttle's mission management team. 'We will continue to work tirelessly to ensure that Endeavour can safely reach its destination.'

The delay is likely to disappoint many who had traveled from around the world to witness this historic event. However, NASA officials are committed to ensuring the safety of both the crew and the public, and will not compromise on their rigorous safety protocols.

For now, the Endeavour space shuttle remains grounded, awaiting further clearance for its next attempt at liftoff. As the countdown continues, fans of space exploration can only hope that the next launch attempt will be a successful one.

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