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International Space Station Top Stories
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Chinese astronauts return to Earth after 6 months on space station
International Space Station and NASA
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2024-05-04T09:52:25.795080-07:00 •
NASA's Satellite Tech Aids in Global Wildlife Conservation
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2024-05-03T20:37:11.416450-07:00 •
Ellen Ochoa and Jane Rigby Awarded Presidential Medal of Freedom
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2024-05-03T20:14:09.037616-07:00 •
SpaceX Collaborates with NASA for Starlink Expansion to Mars
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2024-05-03T18:32:49.066886-07:00 •
NASA's Nuclear-Powered Rocket Engine Promises Faster Mars Journey
International Space Station and Boeing
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2024-05-04T10:51:39.183261-07:00 •
Boeing CFO Brian West Discusses CEO Succession Criteria
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2024-05-04T08:35:04.176246-07:00 •
Embraer Poised to Challenge Boeing with New Jet, Gains Support from American Airlines CEO
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2024-05-04T08:13:47.503119-07:00 •
Boeing CEO's Pay Hike Faces Shareholder Vote
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2024-05-04T07:02:44.119948-07:00 •
Boeing's Starliner Ready for Maiden Passenger Flight
International Space Station and Starliner
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2024-05-04T07:02:44.119948-07:00 •
Boeing's Starliner Ready for Maiden Passenger Flight
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2024-05-03T08:15:07.394679-07:00 •
Atlas-V Set for Historic Launch with Starliner
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2024-05-03T03:02:51.492442-07:00 •
Boeing's Starliner Sets Course for Historic Crewed Spaceflight
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2024-05-02T10:03:54.111450-07:00 •
ULA's Atlas V Assembly for Boeing Starliner Test Flight Commences
International Space Station and SpaceX
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2024-05-04T08:04:02.817748-07:00 •
SpaceX Launches Next-Gen EVA Suit for Polaris Dawn
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2024-05-03T20:14:09.037616-07:00 •
SpaceX Collaborates with NASA for Starlink Expansion to Mars
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2024-05-03T10:44:44.644392-07:00 •
SpaceX Enhances Starlink Dish Life-Cycle Management
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2024-05-03T08:16:38.969019-07:00 •
Texas Resident Files Lawsuit Against SpaceX Over Home Damage
International Space Station News and Events
2024-05-02T03:05:34.211073-07:00 •
Boeing Starliner's Inaugural Astronaut Test Flight Scheduled for May 6
Boeing's Starliner is set for its first astronaut test flight with 2 NASA astronauts onboard to assess the spacecraft's operational capabilities.
2024-05-01T07:26:41.944603-07:00 •
Boeing Starliner: A Decade of Challenges Before Maiden Crewed Voyage
After a decade marked by setbacks and a failed test flight, Boeing's Starliner is poised for its inaugural astronaut mission to the ISS.
2024-04-30T08:26:42.743504-07:00 •
SpaceX Dragon Relocation Aids Boeing's Starliner ISS Docking
To accommodate Boeing's upcoming Starliner spacecraft, a Crew Dragon spacecraft will be relocated on the ISS, signaling collaboration and logistical maneuvers in space.
2024-04-30T04:49:55.778054-07:00 •
Shenzhou-17 Astronauts Conclude Six-Month Space Mission
Following a six-month tenure aboard the Tiangong space station, the Shenzhou-17 crew safely returned to Earth, landing in Inner Mongolia.
2024-04-29T23:37:29.296137-07:00 •
SpaceX Dragon Completes ISS Resupply Mission and Relocation
The uncrewed SpaceX Dragon spacecraft has successfully completed its resupply mission to the ISS, including a port relocation in preparation for Boeing's Starliner spacecraft arrival.
2024-04-29T11:24:43.092958-07:00 •
Private Trio Set for ISS Journey
A diverse group consisting of an Ohio tech entrepreneur, a Canadian financier, and an Israeli businessman embark on an $55 million, eight-day experience aboard the ISS.
2024-04-29T09:35:38.506746-07:00 •
Starliner's Inaugural Crewed Flight Scheduled for May 6
Set for launch from Kennedy Space Center, the mission marks a significant step for Boeing and NASA's collaboration, carrying astronauts Wilmore and Williams to the ISS.
2024-04-28T03:09:16.319114-07:00 •
SpaceX Dragon Set to Undock from ISS Today
The SpaceX Dragon cargo capsule is scheduled for undocking from the International Space Station (ISS) today, marking a critical step in its resupply mission.
2024-04-25T12:31:58.752442-07:00 •
NASA's Boeing Starliner Astronaut Crew Arrives in Florida for Historic May 6 Launch
Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have landed at Kennedy Space Center, gearing up for the inaugural crewed mission of Boeing's Starliner to the ISS, marking a significant milestone in commercial spaceflight.
2024-04-25T09:20:42.751646-07:00 •
Russian Cosmonauts Conduct Multi-Hour Spacewalk for Science and Hardware Updates
During a meticulously planned extravehicular mission, Roscosmos astronauts Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub embarked on a spacewalk lasting almost 7 hours to deploy additional components to a synthetic radar system and install scientific equipment aimed at examining corrosion levels on ISS surfaces.
2024-04-24T22:05:56.883802-07:00 •
Furukawa Aims to Support Next Generation of Japanese Astronauts Post-ISS Mission
Following a long-duration mission on the ISS, Astronaut Satoshi Furukawa sets his sights on aiding future Japanese astronauts, sharing his ambitions recently.
2024-04-24T05:59:49.559666-07:00 •
Russian Cosmonauts Scheduled for Spacewalk at ISS on April 25
Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub to embark on a critical spacewalk for Expedition 71, set to be broadcast across NASA’s platforms, including NASA+, and YouTube, affording global viewership.
2024-04-24T05:52:39.793296-07:00 •
SpaceX Secures Additional Crewed ISS Missions Contract from NASA
In a significant expansion of its responsibilities, SpaceX has been awarded a new contract by NASA for launching additional manned missions to the ISS from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station.
2024-04-23T14:51:51.360642-07:00 •
ISS Astronauts to Evaluate Gecko-inspired Robotic Octopus Arms
Innovative robotic arms, utilizing a gecko-like adhesive mechanism for gripping, are set for testing aboard the International Space Station.
2024-04-18T05:35:24.164630-07:00 •
MDA Space Secures $250M ISS Robotics Operations Contract Extension
Under the extended contract, MDA Space is tasked with fulfilling robotics flight controller duties, crucial for mission operations on the International Space Station.
2024-04-16T21:43:08.942901-07:00 •
NASA Astronauts Fulfill Tax Duties While in Orbit
NASA personnel continue to meet their tax obligations even while stationed on the ISS, ensuring compliance with Earth-bound legal requirements.
2024-04-16T12:37:52.480839-07:00 •
Boeing's Starliner Prepares for Historic Crewed Flight Test from Cape Canaveral
In a significant milestone, the CST-100 Starliner spacecraft is set to launch with astronauts aboard for the first time, marking a pivotal moment in Boeing's space exploration efforts.
2024-04-15T15:03:08.801653-07:00 •
NASA Identifies ISS Debris as Culprit in Florida Home Damage
An investigation by NASA has definitively linked debris from the International Space Station, specifically a pallet and old batteries jettisoned in March 2021, to the incident involving property damage in Florida.
2024-04-15T12:12:51.719656-07:00 •
Astronaut Loral O'Hara Concludes 204-Day Mission on ISS
After a 204-day tour on the International Space Station, NASA Astronaut and Houston native Loral O'Hara safely returned to Earth, marking a significant achievement in her career.
2024-04-11T07:06:08.121864-07:00 •
Challenges in Satellite Trajectory Predictions Due to Space Weather
Space weather's impact on satellite trajectories poses operational challenges, particularly at lower altitudes where forecasting becomes more complex.
2024-04-08T15:08:48.997949-07:00 •
NASA and NOAA Document Total Solar Eclipse with Satellite Imagery
A joint effort from NASA and NOAA yielded detailed satellite imagery capturing the April 8 total solar eclipse's path of totality across North America.
2024-04-08T05:07:36.751652-07:00 •
Spacebilt and Phison Collaborate to Deploy 100TB+ Data Server to ISS by 2025
In a groundbreaking partnership, Spacebilt and Phison are set to elevate ISS's computational capabilities with the world's first Large in Space Server (LiSS), boasting over 100 terabytes of data storage.
2024-04-06T04:36:08.368386-07:00 •
Soyuz MS-24 Crew Safely Returns to Earth, Landing in Kazakhstan
In a seamless operation, Soyuz MS-24 touched down in Kazakhstan, bringing home astronauts from Russia, Belarus, and the U.S., including history-maker Marina Vasilevskaya and NASA's Loral O’Hara.
2024-04-05T20:34:00.056856-07:00 •
Soyuz MS-24 Crew Returns to Earth After ISS Mission
Following the successful closure of the hatch between Soyuz MS-24 and the ISS, crew members, including the first female Belarusian astronaut, have departed the station, with landing aimed for Moscow time on April 6.
2024-04-04T16:06:09.976892-07:00 •
SpaceX's Cargo Dragon Delivers Protein Crystals Research to ISS
An ASU-led project achieves a significant milestone with the successful delivery of protein crystals for space-based growth studies aboard the International Space Station.
2024-04-03T03:06:47.644158-07:00 •
Starliner's First Crewed Flight to ISS Set for May 6 After Schedule Adjustments
Due to an intensive schedule on the ISS, NASA and Boeing have aligned on a new launch date for Starliner's inaugural astronaut mission, marking a critical step towards re-establishing American manned spaceflight capabilities.
2024-04-03T01:52:13.864003-07:00 •
NASA and ISS Crew to Conduct Unique Observations of 2024 Solar Eclipse
NASA aircraft and International Space Station astronauts are poised for an unparalleled opportunity to study the April 8, 2024, total solar eclipse from vantage points above the Earth's surface.
2024-04-01T17:32:05.581574-07:00 •
Possible ISS Debris Impacts Florida Residence
Investigations are underway after an object, potentially trash from the International Space Station, was discovered at a Florida home, with NASA currently verifying the source.
2024-03-31T23:11:17.373232-07:00 •
Space Force's Col. Hague Set for Historic ISS Mission
Col. Nick Hague is poised to infuse the ISS with Space Force ethos as its inaugural guardian onboard, marking a significant moment for the service.
2024-03-31T17:35:56.155909-07:00 •
Peggy Whitson Breaks Barriers as First Female ISS Commander
Retired astronaut Peggy Whitson shares her journey to becoming the first female International Space Station commander, highlighting her perseverance through challenges and her record-setting American space tenure.
2024-03-26T07:05:58.804530-07:00 •
University of Hawai'i-Built Satellite for Thermal Imaging Launched by NASA
In a notable event last week, a satellite developed by University of Hawai'i students and researchers was part of the payload delivered to space, destined for the International Space Station.
2024-03-26T06:50:41.023031-07:00 •
Boeing and NASA Schedule May 1 for Starliner's Maiden Crewed Mission
NASA astronauts Barry 'Butch' Wilmore and Sunita 'Suni' Williams are set to embark on the inaugural crewed journey of Boeing's Starliner CST-100 to the ISS on May 1.
2024-03-25T17:27:02.105521-07:00 •
Boeing's Starliner Gears Up for ISS Crew Flight with Astronaut Mementos Onboard
As Boeing's Starliner prepares for its next mission to the ISS, unique personal items will accompany this journey, symbolizing the astronauts' stories and the spacecraft's heritage. Concurrently, Boeing announces leadership transition with CEO Dave Calhoun set to step down by year-end.
2024-03-25T08:34:13.422855-07:00 •
Tri-National Crew on Soyuz MS-25 Successfully Docks with ISS
In a landmark mission, the Soyuz MS-25 spacecraft, carrying crew members from NASA, Roscosmos, and the first female astronaut from Belarus, achieved successful docking with the International Space Station at 11:03 a.m.
2024-03-24T21:03:13.072476-07:00 •
BurstCube Mission Launches to Study Cosmic Explosions from ISS
In a collaborative effort with SpaceX, NASA's shoebox-sized BurstCube satellite has embarked on a journey to the International Space Station to investigate the universe's most potent explosions and contribute to multimessenger astronomy.
2024-03-23T06:22:57.759201-07:00 •
Successful Launch: Soyuz MS-25 Spacecraft En Route to ISS with International Crew
Following a previously aborted attempt, the Soyuz MS-25 spacecraft, with crew members from Russia, Belarus, and the USA, has successfully launched from Baikonur, marking a pivotal moment for international space collaboration.
2024-03-23T05:55:24.855353-07:00 •
Historic Soyuz MS-25 Mission: Belarus' First Cosmonaut Reaches ISS
Marina Vasilevskaya makes history as the first Belarusian cosmonaut to participate in an ISS mission, onboard the Soyuz MS-25 spacecraft with the international crew, including representatives from Roscosmos and NASA.
2024-03-23T04:31:08.081055-07:00 •
SpaceX Successfully Completes 30th ISS Cargo Mission
Delivering over 6,000 pounds of supplies, a SpaceX Dragon cargo spacecraft has docked with the International Space Station, marking the company's 30th resupply mission.
2024-03-22T06:52:01.395978-07:00 •
Notre Dame's Cancer Research Heads to ISS with SpaceX Mission
Notre Dame collaborates with NASA on their 30th SpaceX mission to study cancerous tumors in the unique microgravity environment of the International Space Station.
2024-03-21T15:11:44.919265-07:00 •
SpaceX Completes 30th ISS Resupply Mission with CRS-30 Launch
Successfully executing its 30th cargo resupply mission, SpaceX's Falcon 9 rocket deployed the Dragon spacecraft to the ISS, carrying over 6,000 pounds of vital research materials and supplies.
2024-03-21T06:41:58.086378-07:00 •
Soyuz MS-25 Launch to ISS Aborted Seconds Before Liftoff
An attempted launch of the Soyuz MS-25 spacecraft, carrying crew to the International Space Station, was aborted mere seconds from liftoff. All astronauts, including Russian, Belarusian, and American members, are confirmed safe.
2024-03-20T15:30:11.664981-07:00 •
Soyuz MS-25 Mission Launches International Crew to ISS
A multinational crew aboard Soyuz MS-25, involving Russia, Belarus, and a NASA astronaut, successfully launched to the International Space Station, marking a significant manned spaceflight event this year.
2024-03-18T08:05:39.678749-07:00 •
SpaceX's 30th ISS Resupply Mission Set to Launch With NASA Research Payload
Scheduled for Thursday, March 21, the upcoming SpaceX CRS-30 flight will carry new research and technology demonstrations to the ISS, underpinning the continuity of NASA's commercial resupply services.
2024-03-15T15:36:45.068792-07:00 •
Sierra Space's 'Tenacity' Preps for ISS Resupply Mission
'Tenacity', Sierra Space's inaugural Dream Chaser spaceplane, is gearing up for a critical resupply mission to the ISS under NASA's cargo program.
2024-03-13T16:22:30.016371-07:00 •
FCC Blocks Starlink's Low-Orbit Expansion Over ISS Safety Concerns
The FCC has rejected SpaceX's application to operate Starlink satellites at lower orbits, citing potential risks to the International Space Station's operational safety.
2024-03-12T03:59:29.415818-07:00 •
Crew-7 Completes Historic 199-Day ISS Mission with Safe Splashdown
Following a journey of over 84.4 million miles and 3,184 orbits around Earth, the Crew-7 team, consisting of astronauts from four countries, returned after conducting extensive experiments on the ISS.
2024-03-11T08:26:27.101666-07:00 •
Crew-7 Completes Mission with Multinational Splashdown Off Florida
After a six-month tenure at the ISS, SpaceX's Crew-7, featuring astronauts from NASA, ESA, JAXA, and Roscosmos, successfully returned to Earth with a splashdown near Florida, marking the end of their mission.
2024-03-10T13:44:31.309055-07:00 •
SpaceX Marks Weekend with Bi-Coastal Starlink Launches
SpaceX concluded the weekend by launching a total of 23 Starlink satellites from both Cape Canaveral, Florida, and Vandenberg Space Force Base, California, showcasing operational flexibility and reach.
2024-03-08T15:35:01.613673-08:00 •
Starliner's First Manned Flight Postponed to May Due to ISS Timetable Clashes
Boeing's CST-100 Starliner's inaugural crewed mission faces a delay from late April to early May, attributed to scheduling conflicts with the International Space Station.
2024-03-08T06:27:50.123835-08:00 •
ISS Discards 2.6-Ton Payload of Batteries Toward Earth
In an effort to manage space debris, the International Space Station has expelled nearly 2.6 tons of spent batteries, expected to disintegrate upon re-entry into Earth's atmosphere.
