Viruses may be more powerful in the International Space Station's microgravity environment "Microgravity pushed evolution into corners of the phage we still don't fully understand" Space · Jan 13
Dazzling aurora captured from space just days before ISS crew end mission early Watch as a dazzling aurora shines across the surface of the earth in impressive footage captured from the International Space Station (ISS). The Independent UK · Jan 13
ISS astronauts spy airglow and dwarf galaxy | Space photo of the day for Jan. 13, 2026 Astronauts on the International Space Station were not only treated to a sight from Earth's atmosphere recently but also caught a glimpse of one of the Milky Way's nearest galactic neighbors. Space · Jan 13
Nasa preps first ever medical evacuation of ISS US astronaut hands control of the International Space Station to Russian cosmonaut The Independent UK · Jan 12
'We Are All OK': Astronaut Breaks Silence on Historic ISS Medical Evacuation NASA astronaut Mike Fincke says Crew-11 is 'stable, safe and well cared for' as historic medical evacuation prepares for Wednesday undocking from ISS. International Business Times UK · Jan 12
NASA Astronauts Return After Unprecedented Health Crisis Shadows the ISS An urgent medical crisis has forced an unscheduled end to the Crew-11 mission, marking a historic first for the International Space Station. International Business Times UK · Jan 12
'A completely new manufacturing frontier': Space Forge fires up 1st commercial semiconductor factory in space Such experiments have previously only been conducted aboard the International Space Station. Space · Jan 11
Astronaut on ISS captures spectacular orbital video of zodiacal light, auroras and the Pleiades Kimiya Yui released the timelapse footage to celebrate his 300th cumulative day spent orbiting Earth. Space · Jan 10
NASA will evacuate SpaceX Crew-11 astronauts from International Space Station on Jan. 14 The first medical evacuation in the history of the International Space Station will take place on Jan. 14, when the four astronauts of SpaceX's Crew-11 mission head home. Space · Jan 10
Space skeleton crew: Just 3 astronauts will run the ISS after Crew-11's medical evacuation NASA will bring four astronauts back to Earth early due to a health issue, leaving the International Space Station with just three crewmembers. But that's the way it used to be. Space · Jan 9
ISS astronaut evacuation shouldn't interfere with upcoming Artemis 2 moon mission, NASA chief says The medical evacuation of SpaceX's Crew-11 astronauts from the International Space Station shouldn't interfere with Artemis 2's launch to the moon, NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman says. Space · Jan 9
‘Medical emergency’ aboard International Space Station as NASA scrambles to return astronaut Astronaut said to be in stable condition, but are being rushed back to Earth. We Got This Covered · Jan 9
Medical Emergency Leaves ISS Crippled: What 3 Astronauts Can't Do Until Crew-12 Arrives NASA orders early return of Crew-11 due to a medical emergency, leaving just 3 astronauts aboard ISS unable to conduct spacewalks or full operations. International Business Times UK · Jan 9
NASA shortens space station mission due to an astronaut's medical issue in a rare move The space agency pulled four astronauts from the International Space Station due to a 'serious medical condition' affecting one of the crew. It did not identify the astronaut or the medical issue, citing patient privacy. Euronews · Jan 9
International Business Times UK · Jan 9 NASA Opts To Err On The Side Of Caution; Decides To Bring Home Crew-11 Ahead Of Timeline NASA will return SpaceX Crew-11 from the ISS within days after a stable but concerning medical situation, saying the decision allows full testing on Earth and is not an emergency evacuation.
International Business Times UK · Jan 9 What Happened To The NASA Astronauts In Space? Here's Why Medical Issue Sparked Urgent Return NASA astronauts are returning to Earth early after a medical issue in space, prompting a rare mission change and raising questions about astronaut health.
International Business Times UK · Jan 9 NASA Astronauts Face Rare Early Return from ISS as Medical Issue Halts Spacewalk NASA is currently reviewing the timeline for its Crew-11 mission following a sudden medical development on the International Space Station.
Space · Jan 8 NASA will return 4 astronauts home early in 1st-ever medical evacuation from the International Space Station NASA has decided to bring the four astronauts of SpaceX's Crew-11 mission home from the International Space Station early due to a medical issue experienced by a crewmember in orbit.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 8 Nasa orders its first-ever space station medical evacuation after astronaut falls ill Agency says US-Japanese-Russian crew of four will return to Earth in the coming days, earlier than planned
LiveScience · Jan 8 NASA announces unprecedented return of sick ISS astronaut and crew NASA has announced the early return of Crew-11 from the International Space Station after an unidentified astronaut experienced a medical problem.
The Independent UK · Jan 8 NASA cancels spacewalk due to medical issue and may bring the crew back early NASA says it has canceled the year's first spacewalk and may bring its crew back early from the International Space Station due to a medical issue
Space · Jan 8 NASA considering bringing astronauts home early from International Space Station due to medical issue NASA is evaluating its options for dealing with an astronaut health issue in orbit, one of which is an early end to SpaceX's Crew-11 mission to the International Space Station.
Space · Jan 7 NASA postpones Jan. 8 spacewalk due to 'medical concern' with an astronaut NASA has postponed a planned Jan. 8 spacewalk outside the International Space Station due to a "medical concern" with an unnamed crew member.
International Business Times UK · Jan 1 The International Space Station Is Retiring: Meet the Private Space Stations That Will Replace It The ISS will retire by 2030. Private space stations from Axiom, Blue Origin, and others aim to take its place.
Space · Dec 25, 2025 Astronauts beam home Christmas wishes from International Space Station: 'I think we may be orbiting a little higher than Santa' (video) They won't be home for Christmas, but astronauts in space are finding their own way to make the season bright.