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Stranded Chinese astronauts ‘in good condition,’ officials say after space debris delays return

The astronauts’ scheduled return to Earth was aborted earlier this month.

Euronews

Space rescue services needed? 2 'stranded' astronaut incidents are a 'massive wake-up call,' experts say

China's decision to delay the return of its Shenzhou 20 astronauts due to a possible space debris impact has led to discussion of space rescue planning — or lack of it.

Space

New 'exosuit' with artificial muscles could help astronauts explore the moon and Mars

A new "exosuit" was put through its paces with analog astronauts in Australia. The research team would love to try the suit out on the International Space Station, too.

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Europe wants to make space food out of thin air and astronaut pee

The European Space Agency's HOBI-WAN project will test a food-production method on the International Space Station that could be used for long-duration missions to the moon and Mars.

Space

The International Space Station celebrates 25 years of human life in space. Here’s a look back at it

Three American and Russian astronauts landed at the International Space Station for the first time in November 2000. We take a look back at some of the station’s biggest moments.

Euronews

Are the Chinese Astronauts Stranded in Space a Hoax? Video on Reddit Shows Everything Might Be Staged

Viral Reddit clip claims Chinese space station footage is fake amid Shenzhou-20 crew's debris delay. Experts verify real risks—explore Tiangong truths, conspiracy theories, and orbital perils

International Business Times UK

Chinese astronauts figure out how to barbecue in space

Chicken wings have ‘the perfect colour, aroma and flavour’, says astronaut aboard Chinese space station

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Astronauts stranded in space after their return capsule is struck by mystery object in orbit

Replacement crew had already reached China’s Tiangong space station, meaning both teams are now on board concurrently

The Independent UK

Three Chinese astronauts stranded in space after debris hits their return capsule

Three Chinese taikonauts — Wang Jie, Chen Zhongrui and Chen Dong — will be extending their stay aboard China's Tiangong space station after their return capsule was struck by a presumed piece of orbital debris on Wednesday.

LiveScience

Return of Chinese astronauts delayed after spacecraft struck by debris

The three astronauts from the Shenzhou-20 mission flew to the Tiangong space station in April, and were expected to return on Wednesday

The Guardian - AU

Watch Chinese astronauts enjoy '1st ever space BBQ' from Tiangong's brand-new oven (video)

China's Shenzhou 20 and 21 astronauts enjoyed freshly cooked BBQ aboard the Tiangong space station recently, thanks to a new microgravity oven.

Space

Astronaut from Pakistan will be 1st international visitor to China's Tiangong space station

A Pakistani astronaut will fly to China's Tiangong space station for a short visit, marking the start of international participation in China's human spaceflight program.

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The International Space Station will fall to Earth in 2030. Can a private space station really fill its gap?

We'll lose the ISS pretty soon. What might we lose with it?

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What's happening on the International Space Station while the government is shut down?

NASA's astronauts living in space are still going to work during the government shutdown.

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25 Years of the International Space Station: What archaeology tells us about living and working in space

We wanted to show space agencies that were already planning three-year missions to Mars what they were overlooking.

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Meet Point Nemo, where the International Space Station will die in 2030

The International Space Station just notched a major milestone, but its days are numbered: The ISS will crash to Earth over Point Nemo in the Pacific Ocean in late 2030.

Space

SpaceX launches private space station pathfinder 'Haven Demo,' 17 other satellites to orbit (video)

SpaceX launched its 140th Falcon 9 mission of the year today (Nov. 2), sending the "Haven Demo" tech demonstrator and 17 other payloads up on the Bandwagon-4 rideshare mission.

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PBS celebrates 25 years of the ISS with NOVA's 'Operation Space Station' on Nov. 5

This intimate look at the design, building, and operation of the ISS airs on PBS Nov. 5 and Nov. 12.

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China launches Shenzhou 21 astronauts to Tiangong space station for a 6-month stay (video)

Shenzhou 21, China's latest astronaut mission, made it to the Tiangong space station after a Friday (Oct. 31) launch from the Gobi Desert.

The Conversation

25 Years of the International Space Station: What archaeology tells us about living and working in space

The International Space Station is one of the most remarkable achievements of the modern age. It is the largest, most complex, most expensive and most durable spacecraft ever built.

Space

Watch China launch 3 astronauts toward its Tiangong space station today

China will launch three astronauts toward its Tiangong space station today (Oct. 31), and you can watch the action live.

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China reveals crew for Shenzhou 21 mission to Tiangong Space Station, including nation's youngest astronaut (video)

China unveiled the crew set to launch on the Shenzhou 21 mission to the Tiangong Space Station on Oct. 31, including the youngest member of its astronaut corps.

The Independent UK

The International Space Station marks 25 years of nonstop human presence in orbit

The International Space Station is marking 25 years of nonstop human presence in orbit

The Independent UK

China says it's on track to land astronauts on the moon by 2030 ahead of space station mission

China said it's on track to land astronauts on the moon by 20230 as it prepared to send another team of astronauts to its space station, as part of its ambitious plans to be a leader in space exploration

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Japan's 1st HTV-X cargo craft arrives at the International Space Station

Japan's new HTV-X cargo spacecraft arrived at the International Space Station for the first time ever today (Oct. 28), delivering payloads and supplies to ISS astronauts.

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