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Although the rocket's booster performed perfectly—successfully returning to the launch pad and being caught by two massive mechanical arms—the spacecraft itself disappeared.
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Former NASA astronaut Dr. Leroy Chiao revealed a near collision with two mysterious metallic orbs while flying his private plane over Texas. The unidentified objects, described as spherical and fast-moving, came dangerously close, raising questions about their origin.
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NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore's festive photos aboard the ISS sparked conspiracy theories about their extended mission. NASA debunked claims, confirming the holiday decorations arrived via a SpaceX resupply in November.
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Two more asteroids will pass our planet on December 21: the 50-foot (2024 XQ4) at 656,000 miles and the 60-foot (2024 XN15) at 2,350,000 miles.
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Earlier this year, after the astronauts passed the 60-day mark in space, social media users expressed outrage at the situation, with many calling the extended delay "torture."
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For all the celestial lovers, it's too hard to imagine Saturn without its glorious, extensive rings, isn't it? But here's the truth behind its origin.
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NASA's Viking landers had used water and nutrients to detect the presence of alien life on Mars
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NASA's Crew-8 astronauts were hospitalized after their return from the ISS, with one staying overnight for an undisclosed issue. NASA withheld health details, citing privacy, and assured all astronauts are now in good health.
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NASA astronaut Nick Hague and Russian cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov will launch a mission to rescue astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who are stranded on the ISS due to technical issues.
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Asteroid 2024 PT5 will briefly become Earth's "mini moon" from September 29 to November 25, offering scientists a rare opportunity to study near-Earth objects. Its presence sparks interest in asteroid mining and planetary defense, despite debate over its classification as a true mini moon.
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NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore encounter a major issue as Boeing's Starliner spacecraft is grounded, leaving them reliant on SpaceX's Crew Dragon for emergency evacuation.
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Former ISS commander Chris Hadfield issued a warning after astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore reported strange, pulsing noises from the Boeing Starliner spacecraft. Despite NASA's reassurances of a minor audio glitch, Hadfield's concerns have fueled public fear about potential safety risks.
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NASA has addressed concerns over a mysterious pulsing noise from Boeing's Starliner, attributing it to common audio feedback between the spacecraft and the ISS. Despite the noise, the spacecraft is set for an unmanned return, while astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams will return via SpaceX in February 2025.
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Boeing's Starliner capsule, already plagued by technical issues, is now emitting a mysterious "sonar ping" noise detected by NASA astronaut Butch Wilmore. The source of the noise remains unknown, adding to the ongoing challenges faced by the spacecraft while docked at the International Space Station.
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NASA and Boeing are locked in a heated dispute over the return of astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, who have been stranded on the ISS since June due to Starliner malfunctions. While Boeing argued that its spacecraft could still bring the astronauts home, NASA rejected the idea, citing safety concerns and opting for a SpaceX mission instead.
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NASA has chosen SpaceX to return astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams from the ISS after Boeing's Starliner capsule encountered technical issues. The astronauts will now return on SpaceX's Crew Dragon in February 2025, extending their stay by several months. This decision highlights Boeing's ongoing challenges with its spacecraft, which will return uncrewed.
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Tuesday marked 60 days since the Starliner crew has been in space, far exceeding the planned eight-day mission.
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NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, aboard the ISS, expressed confidence in their safe return despite technical issues with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft during a live broadcast. They highlighted their rigorous training and optimism about the spacecraft's performance.
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Astronaut William Anders, known for capturing the iconic "Earthrise" photo during the Apollo 8 mission, died in a plane crash at 90. His contributions to space exploration and nuclear safety are widely celebrated.
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The Danuri marks South Korea's first spacecraft on the moon, while the LRO has been orbiting Earth's natural satellite for 15 years.