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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.
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Enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating the 2024 Total Solar Eclipse, set to traverse North America. Scientists reveal the event's impact, including disrupted radio waves, stunning visual effects, abrupt weather changes, and intriguing animal behaviors, promising a captivating celestial showcase.
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Starship, SpaceX's powerful rocket, achieves record speeds and heights in its third test flight but is lost during re-entry over the Indian Ocean. Despite setbacks, the flight marks significant progress in advancing space exploration technology.
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Elon Musk faces scrutiny as reports of drug use emerge, raising concerns among Tesla and SpaceX executives. Allegations follow previous incidents impacting Tesla, prompting questions about the CEO's behavior and its potential impact on his iconic companies
Space
Asteroid 2024 AD4 is screeching across space at a speed of 35643 kilometers per hour and is much faster than Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles
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NASA administrator revealed that the training of the Indian astronaut will begin as early as next year
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The surge in solar activity poses risks to telecom infrastructure, emphasizing the importance of monitoring
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Saturn takes almost 30 Earth years to complete one rotation around the sun, and about halfway in this course, an equinox occurs
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Chandrayaan-3 has successfully detected various other elements such as aluminum, calcium, iron, chromium, titanium, manganese, silicon, and oxygen.