The Latest Breaking News from the International Space Station

Space station astronauts stood ready to evacuate during air leak repairs

Nasa told five members to take refuge in a docked spacecraft in case they needed to escape quickly from the orbiting laboratory.

Evening Standard · Jun 5

NASA astronauts briefly shelter in 'safe haven' procedure following worsening leaks on International Space Station

A brief leak scare on the International Space Station complicates NASA and Congress' plans to extend the station's lifespan to at least 2032.

LiveScience · Jun 5

Astronauts on International Space Station take shelter in SpaceX Dragon as cosmonauts try to fix air leak

ISS astronauts briefly sheltered aboard an attached SpaceX Dragon capsule today (June 5) while cosmonauts tried to fix a persistent leak on the Russian side of the orbiting lab.

Space · Jun 5

This is crucial juncture for space missions: Shubhanshu Shukla as he preps for second space voyage

Shubhanshu Shukla, India's first astronaut on the International Space Station, is training for the Gaganyaan mission. He draws on his IAF test pilot background for this significant human spaceflight program. Gaganyaan aims to showcase India's capabilities in space exploration. Shukla's previous ISS mission provided valuable insights for future Indian endeavors.

The Economic Times · May 31

Could space-grown stem cells unlock faster cancer treatments and revolutionize organ regeneration breakthroughs? NASA’s ISS experiments are revealing surprising answers about the power of microgravity medicine

Space stem cell research is rapidly changing cancer treatment and regenerative medicine worldwide. Scientists aboard the International Space Station discovered stem cells grow into realistic 3D tissue structures faster in microgravity. NASA says these conditions reveal biological processes hidden by Earth’s gravity. Researchers now study tumour growth, tissue repair, immune…

The Economic Times · May 29

Russian cosmonauts install sun-watching telescope on ISS during 6-hour spacewalk

Russian cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev worked to install and retrieve science experiments while on a spacewalk outside the International Space Station on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.

Space · May 27

Watch 2 Russian cosmonauts take 5-hour spacewalk outside the ISS today

Cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev will perform a spacewalk outside the International Space Station today (May 27), and you can watch the action live.

Space · May 27

Robert Hillan entered a NASA student contest, then watched his design become a real object in orbit

In an astounding leap for young innovators, high schooler Robert Hillan's groundbreaking tool design has soared to the cosmos! Winning NASA's challenge in 3D printing, his versatile maintenance tool was crafted on the International Space Station. This achievement not only tests cutting-edge manufacturing technologies but also highlights the brilliance of…

The Economic Times · May 21

SpaceX launches 6,500 pounds of cargo to the International Space Station after delay (video)

SpaceX launched its Dragon cargo capsule to the International Space Station today (May 15) after a weather delay, sending 6,500 pounds of supplies to orbit.

Space · May 12

'It was quite a light show!' NASA astronaut spies dramatic fireball from the International Space Station (photos)

NASA astronaut Chris Williams photographed a fireball from above recently, capturing the stunning site from aboard the International Space Station.

Space · May 3