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Williams and Wilmore's return emphasizes the ongoing challenges and political dynamics in spaceflight, especially with the rivalry between Boeing and SpaceX.

What is happening with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft?

Boeing faces uncertainty regarding the future of its Starliner program amidst leadership changes and potential restructuring.

NASA's Stranded Astronauts Will Fly Home on SpaceX's Dragon

NASA astronauts will return from space in February aboard a SpaceX Dragon capsule after being stranded since June, reflecting confidence in SpaceX.

Who are stranded NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore?

NASA astronauts Williams and Wilmore are returning home after a prolonged nine-month mission in space due to various setbacks.

NASA and Boeing investigate Starliner's 'anomalies' before its next crewed flight

NASA and Boeing are resolving issues with Starliner's systems to prepare for a potential crewed flight later this year or in early 2026.

NASA astronauts return from long Space Station stay prompted by Boeing problems | TechCrunch

Williams and Wilmore's return emphasizes the ongoing challenges and political dynamics in spaceflight, especially with the rivalry between Boeing and SpaceX.

What is happening with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft?

Boeing faces uncertainty regarding the future of its Starliner program amidst leadership changes and potential restructuring.

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European Space Agency is paying people $5,300 to lie down in bed for 10 days but there's one catch

ESA's Vivaldi III experiment has volunteers lying in bathtubs to simulate the effects of spaceflight on the human body.

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What's behind the recent string of failures and delays at SpaceX?

SpaceX's recent performance raises questions about its high-pressure culture and operational practices.

SpaceX Having Trouble Getting Starship Launched Again After Explosion

SpaceX's eighth Starship flight test was canceled due to unspecified issues with the Super Heavy booster.

Why yesterday's SpaceX launch was such a huge deal for space travel

SpaceX's fifth Starship test flight successfully demonstrated a world-first booster recovery maneuver, making a significant advancement in reusable rocket technology.

20 Years Ago, One Moment Changed Spaceflight Forever

The shift from government-owned to private spacecraft marked the beginning of a new spaceflight era, evident in ventures like Virgin Galactic and SpaceX.

Who is Jared Isaacman? Trump pick for NASA administrator is a billionaire who paid for 2 SpaceX flights

Isaacman nominated for NASA administrator amidst questions of conflicts of interest and strong ties to SpaceX.

What's behind the recent string of failures and delays at SpaceX?

SpaceX's recent performance raises questions about its high-pressure culture and operational practices.

SpaceX Having Trouble Getting Starship Launched Again After Explosion

SpaceX's eighth Starship flight test was canceled due to unspecified issues with the Super Heavy booster.

Why yesterday's SpaceX launch was such a huge deal for space travel

SpaceX's fifth Starship test flight successfully demonstrated a world-first booster recovery maneuver, making a significant advancement in reusable rocket technology.

20 Years Ago, One Moment Changed Spaceflight Forever

The shift from government-owned to private spacecraft marked the beginning of a new spaceflight era, evident in ventures like Virgin Galactic and SpaceX.

Who is Jared Isaacman? Trump pick for NASA administrator is a billionaire who paid for 2 SpaceX flights

Isaacman nominated for NASA administrator amidst questions of conflicts of interest and strong ties to SpaceX.

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Eye Problems Cloud NASA's Vision of Mars

NASA aims to send a crewed mission to Mars, but astronauts face serious risks to eyesight from spaceflight-associated neuro-ocular syndrome.

NASA astronaut gives cryptic reasons about why crew was hospitalized

NASA astronauts experienced unexpected medical issues after returning to Earth, prompting hospitalization, but details remain unclear and are under investigation.

There are some things the Crew-8 astronauts aren't ready to talk about

Spaceflight remains unpredictable, as underscored by a recent astronaut's hospitalization post-mission, highlighting gaps in medical understanding in space.

NASA makes a very tough decision in setting final Crew-9 assignments

NASA adapts Crew-9 mission crew due to safety issues with Starliner, appointing Hague and Gorbunov instead of the original four-member team.

NASA astronaut breaks silence about frightening weight loss

Astronaut Sunita Williams counters health rumors, claiming to have maintained her weight and attributing appearance changes to fluid shifts experienced in space.

Astronauts tight-lipped about reason for hospital visit after 235 days in space

NASA astronauts report good health after mysterious medical episode post-mission, highlighting ongoing challenges of understanding spaceflight impacts on human physiology.

Eye Problems Cloud NASA's Vision of Mars

NASA aims to send a crewed mission to Mars, but astronauts face serious risks to eyesight from spaceflight-associated neuro-ocular syndrome.

NASA astronaut gives cryptic reasons about why crew was hospitalized

NASA astronauts experienced unexpected medical issues after returning to Earth, prompting hospitalization, but details remain unclear and are under investigation.

There are some things the Crew-8 astronauts aren't ready to talk about

Spaceflight remains unpredictable, as underscored by a recent astronaut's hospitalization post-mission, highlighting gaps in medical understanding in space.

NASA makes a very tough decision in setting final Crew-9 assignments

NASA adapts Crew-9 mission crew due to safety issues with Starliner, appointing Hague and Gorbunov instead of the original four-member team.

NASA astronaut breaks silence about frightening weight loss

Astronaut Sunita Williams counters health rumors, claiming to have maintained her weight and attributing appearance changes to fluid shifts experienced in space.

Astronauts tight-lipped about reason for hospital visit after 235 days in space

NASA astronauts report good health after mysterious medical episode post-mission, highlighting ongoing challenges of understanding spaceflight impacts on human physiology.

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Trends in Early 21st Century Spaceflight

Spaceflight has transformed from Cold War competition into a booming global industry driven by technology and commercial investment.

Blue Origin successfully launches New Glenn rocket into space | TechCrunch

New Glenn successfully achieved orbit on its first launch, marking a significant milestone for Blue Origin despite the first stage's explosion during landing.

Trends in Early 21st Century Spaceflight

Spaceflight has transformed from Cold War competition into a booming global industry driven by technology and commercial investment.

Blue Origin successfully launches New Glenn rocket into space | TechCrunch

New Glenn successfully achieved orbit on its first launch, marking a significant milestone for Blue Origin despite the first stage's explosion during landing.

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Mass. man's ashes to be launched into space

David Allen Lavender's ashes will be launched into space in 2025, fulfilling his lifelong dream of becoming an astronaut.

Although it's 'insane' to try and land New Glenn, Bezos said it's important to try

Blue Origin aims to achieve orbit with the Blue Ring Pathfinder while taking calculated risks with booster landing attempts.

We chat to ESA 'naut who's flown in Soyuz and a Crew Dragon

Andreas Mogensen believes the ISS could last several more years, and he is hopeful for future lunar visits.

Radian Aerospace completes ground tests of prototype space plane | TechCrunch

Radian Aerospace is progressing towards a reusable space plane capable of conventional takeoff and landing, completing significant ground tests with prototype PFV01.

See SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission: The daring 5-day spaceflight that's revolutionized the commercial space industry

Polaris Dawn is a pioneering scientific expedition marking significant achievements in commercial space travel.

Daily briefing: The desperate race to use CRISPR to cure a rare neurodegenerative disease

The impact of spaceflight on the human body can have temporary effects like immune-cell disruption, dehydration, and cloudy thinking, which usually revert after returning to Earth. The study aims to understand how space travel affects a broader range beyond trained astronauts.

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NASA's Stranded Astronauts Will Fly Home on SpaceX's Dragon

Who are stranded NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore?

NASA and Boeing investigate Starliner's 'anomalies' before its next crewed flight

NASA astronauts return from long Space Station stay prompted by Boeing problems | TechCrunch

What is happening with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft?

NASA's Stranded Astronauts Will Fly Home on SpaceX's Dragon

Who are stranded NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore?

NASA and Boeing investigate Starliner's 'anomalies' before its next crewed flight

NASA astronauts return from long Space Station stay prompted by Boeing problems | TechCrunch

What is happening with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft?

European Space Agency is paying people $5,300 to lie down in bed for 10 days but there's one catch

What's behind the recent string of failures and delays at SpaceX?

SpaceX Having Trouble Getting Starship Launched Again After Explosion

Why yesterday's SpaceX launch was such a huge deal for space travel

20 Years Ago, One Moment Changed Spaceflight Forever

Who is Jared Isaacman? Trump pick for NASA administrator is a billionaire who paid for 2 SpaceX flights

What's behind the recent string of failures and delays at SpaceX?

SpaceX Having Trouble Getting Starship Launched Again After Explosion

Why yesterday's SpaceX launch was such a huge deal for space travel

20 Years Ago, One Moment Changed Spaceflight Forever

Who is Jared Isaacman? Trump pick for NASA administrator is a billionaire who paid for 2 SpaceX flights

Eye Problems Cloud NASA's Vision of Mars

NASA astronaut gives cryptic reasons about why crew was hospitalized

There are some things the Crew-8 astronauts aren't ready to talk about

NASA makes a very tough decision in setting final Crew-9 assignments

NASA astronaut breaks silence about frightening weight loss

Astronauts tight-lipped about reason for hospital visit after 235 days in space

Eye Problems Cloud NASA's Vision of Mars

NASA astronaut gives cryptic reasons about why crew was hospitalized

There are some things the Crew-8 astronauts aren't ready to talk about

NASA makes a very tough decision in setting final Crew-9 assignments

NASA astronaut breaks silence about frightening weight loss

Astronauts tight-lipped about reason for hospital visit after 235 days in space

Trends in Early 21st Century Spaceflight

Blue Origin successfully launches New Glenn rocket into space | TechCrunch

Trends in Early 21st Century Spaceflight

Blue Origin successfully launches New Glenn rocket into space | TechCrunch

Mass. man's ashes to be launched into space

Although it's 'insane' to try and land New Glenn, Bezos said it's important to try

We chat to ESA 'naut who's flown in Soyuz and a Crew Dragon

Radian Aerospace completes ground tests of prototype space plane | TechCrunch

See SpaceX's Polaris Dawn mission: The daring 5-day spaceflight that's revolutionized the commercial space industry

Daily briefing: The desperate race to use CRISPR to cure a rare neurodegenerative disease

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