Asteroid 2024 YR4 could hit the moon. Scientists propose nuking it before that happens

A team of researchers has put forth the idea of launching nuclear devices at asteroid 2024 YR4 with a chance of hitting the moon in 2032.
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NASA may prepare nuclear strike against asteroid threatening to crash into the moon

If that fails, scientists suggest preparing a nuclear option. Detonating a rocket-delivered nuke on or near the asteroid ...