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Trump Says Will Send Astronauts To Mars. Watch Musk's Reaction
Donald Trump took the oath for a historic term on Monday, completing his extraordinary comeback. Tech billionaires, foreign diplomats and CEOs were seen sitting prominently on the dais in the US Capitol during his first speech after the oath.
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Here’s How Astronauts Maintain Health in Space
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) face unique health challenges due to the effects of microgravity. Ongoing research focuses on monitoring cardiovascular health, muscle fitness, cognitive performance, and sensory perception. Wearable Bio-Monitor sensors track vital signs such as pulse rate and blood pressure, while devices lik...
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Indian-Origin Sunita Williams Undertakes Spacewalk After 12 Years
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Sunita Williams on Thursday stepped out of the International Space Station (ISS) for a spacewalk along with colleague Nick Hague, the US space agency said.
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What Happened to the Apollo Flags Left on the Moon?
The flags planted by Apollo astronauts on the moon are likely in poor condition due to harsh lunar conditions. Exposure to intense sunlight and micrometeoroid impacts likely caused the degradation of the flags. Although they may be brittle and faded, these flags remain powerful symbols of the achievements of the Apollo missions. Experts have specul...
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US Astronauts Upbeat Seven Months Into Eight-Day Mission
Veteran astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams arrived at the International Space Station (ISS) in June aboard Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, and were due to spend only eight days on the orbiting laboratory.
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NASA Astronaut's Viral Video Of Auroras From Space Leaves Internet Divided
NASA astronaut Don Pettit has shared a breathtaking video of the vibrant green auroras from the International Space Station (ISS).
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Sunita Williams Will See "16 Sunrises" While Soaring Into New Year In Space
Astronaut Sunita Williams, currently in space, will see 16 sunrises and sunsets on New Year as the International Space Station, where she is located, keeps on the move.
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Astronauts on ISS Share Christmas Cheer with Floating Candy Canes and Festivities
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) celebrated Christmas in a unique way, creating a festive atmosphere with floating candy canes and a snowman made from storage bags. The multinational crew, including astronauts from NASA and Russian cosmonauts, shared heartfelt messages, reflecting on their unity as a team and the collaborativ...
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Sunita Williams' Christmas Video Sparks Debate Online, NASA Responds
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who are currently stuck at the International Space Station (ISS), celebrated Christmas in space with Santa hats, sparking several conspiracy theories on social media.
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NASA Reschedules Artemis 2 and Artemis 3 Missions to Ensure Astronaut Safety
NASA has pushed back its Artemis 2 and Artemis 3 lunar missions to 2026 and 2027, respectively. The delays are attributed to issues with the Orion spacecraft, particularly its heat shield, which experienced damage during the Artemis 1 mission. Safety concerns and technical adjustments are being prioritised. The rescheduling could influence NASA’s...
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India Made Rs 2.52 For Every Rupee Spent On Space: ISRO Chief To NDTV
India has set its sights on an ambitious space program, aiming to land an astronaut on the moon by 2040, according to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman Dr S Somanath.
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SpaceX to Launch Two Private Astronaut Missions to ISS with Vast Space
SpaceX has secured a deal with Vast Space to conduct two private astronaut missions to the International Space Station (ISS) using the Falcon 9 rocket and Crew Dragon capsule. The missions are part of Vast Space’s broader strategy to advance private space stations, with the company’s Haven-1 space station expected to launch soon. The flights, s...
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ISRO-European Space Agency Sign Deal For Cooperation In Astronaut Training
ISRO on Saturday said it has entered into an agreement with European Space Agency (ESA) for cooperation on activities related to astronaut training, mission implementation, and research experiments.
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Boeing Starliner Astronauts’ Return Delayed Until March 2025 Following SpaceX Delay
NASA astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams, aboard the Boeing Starliner spacecraft, will remain on the International Space Station (ISS) until March 2025 due to a delay in the SpaceX Crew-10 mission. The launch of Crew-10 has been postponed to allow for the completion of a new Crew Dragon capsule. This delay extends their stay from t...
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NASA's Astronaut Sunita Williams Poses with Tentacle-Armed Astrobee Robot on ISS: Report
NASA’s Astrobee robot tested its REACCH system aboard the ISS, demonstrating advanced robotic arms inspired by gecko adhesion for satellite servicing and space debris management. Astronaut Sunita Williams, Expedition 72 Commander, participated in the demonstration inside the Kibo module, mimicking the robot’s flexible arms. The technology aims ...
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Trump Says Will Send Astronauts To Mars. Watch Musk's Reaction
Donald Trump took the oath for a historic term on Monday, completing his extraordinary comeback. Tech billionaires, foreign diplomats and CEOs were seen sitting prominently on the dais in the US Capitol during his first speech after the oath.
-
Here’s How Astronauts Maintain Health in Space
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) face unique health challenges due to the effects of microgravity. Ongoing research focuses on monitoring cardiovascular health, muscle fitness, cognitive performance, and sensory perception. Wearable Bio-Monitor sensors track vital signs such as pulse rate and blood pressure, while devices lik...
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Indian-Origin Sunita Williams Undertakes Spacewalk After 12 Years
Indian-origin NASA astronaut Sunita Williams on Thursday stepped out of the International Space Station (ISS) for a spacewalk along with colleague Nick Hague, the US space agency said.
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What Happened to the Apollo Flags Left on the Moon?
The flags planted by Apollo astronauts on the moon are likely in poor condition due to harsh lunar conditions. Exposure to intense sunlight and micrometeoroid impacts likely caused the degradation of the flags. Although they may be brittle and faded, these flags remain powerful symbols of the achievements of the Apollo missions. Experts have specul...
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US Astronauts Upbeat Seven Months Into Eight-Day Mission
Veteran astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams arrived at the International Space Station (ISS) in June aboard Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, and were due to spend only eight days on the orbiting laboratory.
-
NASA Astronaut's Viral Video Of Auroras From Space Leaves Internet Divided
NASA astronaut Don Pettit has shared a breathtaking video of the vibrant green auroras from the International Space Station (ISS).
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Sunita Williams Will See "16 Sunrises" While Soaring Into New Year In Space
Astronaut Sunita Williams, currently in space, will see 16 sunrises and sunsets on New Year as the International Space Station, where she is located, keeps on the move.
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Astronauts on ISS Share Christmas Cheer with Floating Candy Canes and Festivities
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) celebrated Christmas in a unique way, creating a festive atmosphere with floating candy canes and a snowman made from storage bags. The multinational crew, including astronauts from NASA and Russian cosmonauts, shared heartfelt messages, reflecting on their unity as a team and the collaborativ...
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Sunita Williams' Christmas Video Sparks Debate Online, NASA Responds
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who are currently stuck at the International Space Station (ISS), celebrated Christmas in space with Santa hats, sparking several conspiracy theories on social media.
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NASA Reschedules Artemis 2 and Artemis 3 Missions to Ensure Astronaut Safety
NASA has pushed back its Artemis 2 and Artemis 3 lunar missions to 2026 and 2027, respectively. The delays are attributed to issues with the Orion spacecraft, particularly its heat shield, which experienced damage during the Artemis 1 mission. Safety concerns and technical adjustments are being prioritised. The rescheduling could influence NASA’s...
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India Made Rs 2.52 For Every Rupee Spent On Space: ISRO Chief To NDTV
India has set its sights on an ambitious space program, aiming to land an astronaut on the moon by 2040, according to the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman Dr S Somanath.
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SpaceX to Launch Two Private Astronaut Missions to ISS with Vast Space
SpaceX has secured a deal with Vast Space to conduct two private astronaut missions to the International Space Station (ISS) using the Falcon 9 rocket and Crew Dragon capsule. The missions are part of Vast Space’s broader strategy to advance private space stations, with the company’s Haven-1 space station expected to launch soon. The flights, s...
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ISRO-European Space Agency Sign Deal For Cooperation In Astronaut Training
ISRO on Saturday said it has entered into an agreement with European Space Agency (ESA) for cooperation on activities related to astronaut training, mission implementation, and research experiments.
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Boeing Starliner Astronauts’ Return Delayed Until March 2025 Following SpaceX Delay
NASA astronauts Barry "Butch" Wilmore and Sunita Williams, aboard the Boeing Starliner spacecraft, will remain on the International Space Station (ISS) until March 2025 due to a delay in the SpaceX Crew-10 mission. The launch of Crew-10 has been postponed to allow for the completion of a new Crew Dragon capsule. This delay extends their stay from t...
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NASA's Astronaut Sunita Williams Poses with Tentacle-Armed Astrobee Robot on ISS: Report
NASA’s Astrobee robot tested its REACCH system aboard the ISS, demonstrating advanced robotic arms inspired by gecko adhesion for satellite servicing and space debris management. Astronaut Sunita Williams, Expedition 72 Commander, participated in the demonstration inside the Kibo module, mimicking the robot’s flexible arms. The technology aims ...
