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NASA’s ISS Spacesuit Situation Turns Grim
Two NASA astronauts were preparing to exit the International Space Station (ISS) for a second attempt at a spacewalk, but it was once again called off due to a concerning malfunction with the spacesuit. NASA was forced to cancel a spacewalk on Monday due to a water leak in the service and cooling umbilical unit…
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Upcoming Axiom Space Mission to Include Woman Commander and Two Saudi Astronauts
Axiom Space’s second mission to the International Space Station officially has a crew. Four astronauts will head to the ISS during a launch planned for this spring, and the newly sanctioned crew will feature a woman commander and two Saudi mission specialists
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NASA Photos Showcase the Growing Role of Women in Space Over the Years
It’s been nearly 40 years since NASA astronaut Sally Ride became the first U.S. woman to go to space. Since then, women have made great strides in the field, breaking through barriers and making significant contributions to spaceflight.
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NASA Suspends ISS Spacewalks Because Its Spacesuits Are Leaking Water
It might be time for NASA to ditch its ageing ISS spacesuits. The space agency announced a pause to all its spacewalks until it has a better handle on a lingering and frightening issue that’s causing water to leak inside of astronauts’ helmets.