I'm not an astronaut, but I went to the International Space Station (sort of) "Just the fact that it exists, just the fact that it continues to exist. We should marvel at that." Space · Jul 26
We talk with astronaut Michael Foale about the 1997 Space Station Mir crisis: 'He took all the blame of the collision on his shoulders' 'I believe that we, as a crew, saved space station Mir that day' Space · Jul 25
NASA astronaut, 2 cosmonauts return to Earth after 241 days on space station (video) NASA astronaut Chris Williams and two Russian cosmonauts returned to Earth from the International Space Station early Sunday morning (July 26). Space · Jul 25
NASA astronaut shares image of impossible-looking 'hopper' crystal growing on the space station. What is happening? Astronauts grew a scroll-like crystal aboard the ISS, and its strange shape reveals what happens to ordinary salts once gravity stops running the show. LiveScience · Jul 22
Astronauts Are Living Science Experiments in Orbit and Their Bodies Could Unlock Medicine's Next Giant Leap for Earth Astronauts aboard the International Space Station are helping scientists study blood pressure, blood vessels, vision, and cognition in microgravity, potentially advancing medicine on Earth. Medical Daily · Jul 22
Dubai's Palm Jumeirah is so massive it remains visible from space more than two decades after it was built From the ground, Dubai's Palm Jumeirah is an impressive luxury destination lined with hotels, villas and beaches. But from hundreds of kilometres above Earth, it reveals its true scale. The palm tree-shaped artificial island, built entirely through land reclamation, is one of the few human-made structures that is instantly recognisable… The Times of India · Jul 22
Astronauts just launched on a Soyuz rocket with an energy-drink ad on it, continuing a Russian tradition This week's ISS astronaut launch used a Soyuz rocket emblazoned with an ad for an energy drink. It's not the first time Russia has put an ad in space — and more may be coming. Space · Jul 17
'Hello from the ISS': Indian-origin NASA astronaut Anil Menon shares first message from space Anil Menon, an Indian-origin astronaut representing NASA, has shared his first message from the International Space Station, expressing deep appreciation for the support from family, colleagues, and friends in the space community. He is a historic figure as the first Malayali astronaut for NASA, currently engaged in an eight-month mission… The Economic Times · Jul 15
Anil Menon Makes History as First Malayali-Origin NASA Astronaut, Begins 8-Month ISS Mission Indian-American astronaut Dr. Anil Menon is all set to embark on an eight-month mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), marking a historic milestone as the first NASA astronaut of Malayali descent to travel to space. Whats Hot · Jul 15
Meet Anil Menon, NASA astronaut who will spend 8 months aboard space station: All about the Indian-origin doctor who once served in Afghanistan Anil Menon NASA astronaut: Anil Menon, the first NASA astronaut of Malayali heritage, has reached the International Space Station (ISS) on his first space mission. Over the next eight months, he will conduct scientific experiments focused on human health, evaluate new medical technologies and support research into semiconductor manufacturing in… The Economic Times · Jul 15
NASA chief visits Russia's space launchpad for U.S.-Russian crew launch NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman is visiting Russia's space launchpad for a scheduled launch of a U.S.-Russian crew to the International Space Station The Independent UK · Jul 14
Space shuttle photobombs Earth for the final time, 15 years ago — Earth from space This 2011 astronaut photo captured one of NASA's iconic space shuttles passing between Earth and the International Space Station for the very last time. LiveScience · Jul 14
Russia launches NASA astronaut Anil Menon and 2 cosmonauts to the International Space Station (video) NASA astronaut Anil Menon and two cosmonauts launched toward the International Space Station atop a Russian rocket at 10:47 a.m. EDT on Tuesday (July 14), and docked just three hours later. Space · Jul 13
Space medicine breakthrough? Kidney and liver tissue bioprinted off Earth for 1st time ever California-based company Auxilium Biotechnologies just produced kidney and liver tissue in space for the first time, using a method called bioprinting, Space · Jul 12
LiveScience · Jul 10 NASA is creating a fifth state of matter on the ISS, thanks to an upgrade to a mini-fridge-sized quantum lab A new set of upgrades to the International Space Station’s Cold Atom Laboratory is allowing NASA to probe quantum mechanics at the coldest possible temperatures while in zero gravity.
The Economic Times · Jul 10 ISRO Chairman Narayanan asks IISc graduates to give back to society, build developed India ISRO Chairman V Narayanan urged IISc graduates to contribute to India's developed nation status. He emphasized lifelong learning and the opportunities available to today's graduates. India has made significant progress since independence, becoming a major global economy. The nation aims to establish its own space station by 2035 and land…
The Economic Times · Jul 10 NASA astronaut Anil Menon set to travel to International Space Station on July 14 Anil Menon, an astronaut of Indian heritage, will journey to the International Space Station. He will spend eight months conducting vital scientific experiments aboard the station. Menon will study the effects of microgravity on the human body and test new medical technologies. He will also research semiconductor crystal production for…
Space · Jul 9 Staffing the moon base: How many astronauts should live in NASA's lunar outpost? A simulation of future astronaut moon bases suggests that mission design, and not just psychology, needs to be considered for success.
International Business Times UK · Jul 9 NASA Launches $1 Billion Contest to Build Commercial Space Station Replacing ISS by 2030 NASA is shifting to commercial spaceflight to have private companies build the next space station. Explore the lucrative contracts, deadlines, and key players shaping low Earth orbit's future.
Digital Camera World · Jul 6 “Moments like these never get old up here”: astronaut captures mesmerizing image of the aurora from aboard ISS with Nikon flagship camera Astronaut Sophie Adenot captured an unbelievable aurora “stretching as far as the eye could see”, bolstering her impressive portfolio snapped aboard the International Space Station
The Conversation · Jul 2 From pureed meals to fresh greens: how space food is advancing to keep astronauts healthy The Artemis II mission to the Moon has reignited humanity’s desire for exploration and renewed our perspective of Earth. It has also revived our fascination with space food.
The Independent UK · Jul 1 Abdul Ahad Momand, an Afghan air force pilot who served on the Mir space station, dies at 67 Cosmonaut Abdul Ahad Momand, Afghanistan’s first citizen in space, has died at age 67
Space · Jun 30 ‘Just in time for Canada Day’: Spacewalking astronauts repair space station’s huge Canadarm2 Expedition 74 flight engineers Chris Williams and Jessica Meir conducted a seven-hour spacewalk to replace a wrist joint on the International Space Station's Canadarm2 robot arm on June 30, 2026.
Space · Jun 29 Watch 2 NASA astronauts fix ISS' huge robotic arm during spacewalk today NASA astronauts Chris Williams and Jessica Meir will fix the International Space Station's Canadarm2 during a spacewalk today (June 30), and you can watch the action live.
The Economic Times · Jun 29 Why is NASA freezing atoms in Space? The answer could change future space missions Inside a mini-refrigerator-sized device on the International Space Station (ISS), NASA is running an experiment that creates a spot colder than any natural environment in the cosmos. This facility, known as the Cold Atom Lab (CAL), chills atoms of elements like rubidium and potassium down to temperatures a fraction of…