NASA, International Space Station and the astronauts

NASA's stranded astronaut respond to Elon Musk's explosive claims about what is keeping them stuck in space?
Two NASA astronauts, Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, have been stuck on the ISS for nearly 300 days due to technical malfunctions with Boeing's Starliner spacecraft. Elon Musk claims political reasons may be behind their extended stay.
Stranded NASA astronauts set to return to Earth after nine months in space
Two stranded NASA astronauts, Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore, are just a few weeks away from finally returning to Earth after spending nine months in space.
Stranded NASA Astronauts: What Happens To Your Body When Stuck In Space?
NASA's two stranded astronauts are approaching a year in space, but what could that mean for their bodies? In June 2024, astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore were due to stay for one week on the International Space Station (ISS),
Stranded NASA astronauts reveal one thing they’ll miss about space when they return to Earth
The pair of NASA astronauts who have been stuck in space for nine months have revealed what they’ll miss most about space when they return to Earth.
NASA astronaut Wilmore backs Elon Musk’s claim of Biden refusing rescue proposal, says, 'I believe him'
NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams await return on SpaceX Crew Dragon after prolonged ISS stay, sparking debate on space politics and safety.
'Stranded' NASA astronaut backs Musk in rescue row
NASA astronaut Butch Wilmore, stranded on the International Space Station since June, said Tuesday he believes Elon Musk's claim that the billionaire proposed an early rescue plan, but it was
Stranded NASA astronauts address Elon Musk’s offer to bring them home with surprising admission
One of NASA's stranded astronauts has addressed a request made by Donald Trump to Elon Musk, and went on to reveal his own thoughts on the political matter. Sunita Williams and Barry 'Butch' Wilmore have been stranded on the International Space Station (ISS) since June 2024 after their Boeing Starliner craft experienced technical issues.
Biden blocked SpaceX mission to rescue two astronauts now stranded for eight months — Musk
SpaceX CEO, Elon Musk, has accused the Biden administration of deliberately preventing his company from rescuing two NASA astronauts who have been stranded aboard the International Space Station (ISS) for over eight months.
Stranded astronaut confirms Biden shot down Musk’s offer to bring pair home: ‘Absolutely factual’
One of the NASA astronauts trapped on the International Space Station said he believes Elon Musk’s claim that the Biden administration rejected the SpaceX CEO’s offer to help bring the team home. Barry “Butch” Wilmore made the comment Tuesday during an in-orbit press conference with fellow castaway Sunita Williams nine months after their Boeing Starliner capsule malfunctioned and left the pair stuck on the ISS.
Starliner Astronauts Refuse to Play Into Trump, Musk’s Ploy to Politicize ‘Rescue’ Mission
The president is trying to pull a political stunt by claiming to rescue the two astronauts, but the Starliner crew shut it ...
At long last, Starliner astronauts prepare for their journey home: 'We're coming back'
NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore joined Crew-9 member Nick Hague from the ISS to talk Tuesday about their upcoming return to Earth.
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Is the ISS Too Clean for Astronauts’ Health? New Study Finds the Space Station Lacks Microbial Diversity
Turns out, being too clean can be a bad thing. Scientists suggest the International Space Station (ISS) is so sterile that it ...
Spokane astronaut Anne McClain set for Wednesday launch to International Space Station
In a week’s time, one of Spokane’s own has a date with the International Space Station.
Boeing Starliner 'Gilligan's Island' astronauts prepping to come home after NASA Crew-10 launch
After a handover period on the ISS, Wilmore and Williams will join Crew-9 for a return trip inside the Dragon with splashdown ...
Elon Musk calls for ISS shutdown, Sunita Williams says ‘Not the right time...we’re in our prime’
NASA astronaut Sunita Williams opposes Elon Musk’s proposal to deorbit the ISS earlier than planned, emphasizing its crucial ...
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The ISS Has a Hygiene Problem, But It's Not What You'd Think
There are several well-documented health risks that come from spending extended periods in microgravity, including muscle atrophy, bone density loss, and changes to organ function and health.