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From 900 hours of research to 62 hours of spacewalk, here’s how Sunita Williams spent 9 months in space

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From 900 hours of research to 62 hours of spacewalk, here’s how Sunita Williams spent 9 months in space

After a long stay on the ISS, astronaut Sunita Williams will return to Earth on March 19, ending her longest space mission filled with milestones and challenges.

Total Lunar Eclipse 2025: Date, time and will India witness the 'Blood Moon' this Holi?

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Total Lunar Eclipse 2025: Date, time and will India witness the 'Blood Moon' this Holi?

The first lunar eclipse of the year is set to occur, coinciding with Holi. This celestial event, known as Chandra Grahan in Hindi, has fascinated people for centuries.

NASA launches its newest telescope to create the most colourful and detailed map of the universe

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NASA launches its newest telescope to create the most colourful and detailed map of the universe

NASA's SPHEREx telescope has launched, beginning its two-year mission to explore cosmic history, galaxy formation, and cosmic inflation, while also searching for hidden water in space.

NASA-partnered Athena lander lands near Moon's south pole, but its fate remains unclear

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NASA-partnered Athena lander lands near Moon's south pole, but its fate remains unclear

Intuitive Machines' Athena lunar lander touches down on the Moon's south pole, but at an awkward angle, raising concerns about its orientation and potential impact on its mission.

Donald Trump mocks NASA astronauts ‘stranded in space, calls Sunita Williams’ hair ‘wild’

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Donald Trump mocks NASA astronauts ‘stranded in space, calls Sunita Williams’ hair ‘wild’

US President Donald Trump comments on NASA astronauts stuck in space, criticizing the Biden administration and joking about their return, as SpaceX's Starship suffers another test flight failure.

SpaceX's Starship flight test fails again, ending in a fiery mid-air explosion over Florida-Bahamas

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SpaceX's Starship flight test fails again, ending in a fiery mid-air explosion over Florida-Bahamas

SpaceX's latest Starship test flight ends in partial failure as upper stage explodes mid-air, marking the second consecutive failure despite improvements.

NASA astronaut Wilmore backs Elon Musk’s claim of Biden refusing rescue proposal, says, 'I believe him'

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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.

Elon Musk accuses Joe Biden of blocking rescue of NASA astronaut Sunita Williams

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Elon Musk accuses Joe Biden of blocking rescue of NASA astronaut Sunita Williams

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore are set to return home after an eight-month stay in space due to Boeing's Starliner issues, despite Elon Musk's claims of political interference.

'An emotional rollercoaster...': NASA astronaut Sunita Williams shares most difficult part of extended space stay

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'An emotional rollercoaster...': NASA astronaut Sunita Williams shares most difficult part of extended space stay

NASA astronaut Sunita Williams is finally set to return home after an unplanned nine-month stay in space.

Elon Musk's SpaceX cancels starship test flight at last moment due to unknown issue

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Elon Musk's SpaceX cancels starship test flight at last moment due to unknown issue

SpaceX cancels Starship test flight due to technical concerns, with Elon Musk citing 'too many question marks' about the launch.

ISRO’s Aditya-L1 SUIT captures first-ever solar flare ‘kernel’ in stunning detail

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ISRO’s Aditya-L1 SUIT captures first-ever solar flare ‘kernel’ in stunning detail

India's Aditya-L1 mission captures the first-ever image of a solar flare 'kernel,' providing unique insights into the Sun's energy bursts and space weather, and marking a significant breakthrough in solar physics research.

China picks Pakistani astronaut as the first foreign guest for the Tiangong Space Station mission

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China picks Pakistani astronaut as the first foreign guest for the Tiangong Space Station mission

China takes a giant leap in space diplomacy by sending a Pakistani astronaut to Tiangong, strengthening their space partnership and expanding China's influence in space exploration.

Sunita Williams' homecoming: Date, where and how NASA astronaut's extended space journey will end

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Sunita Williams' homecoming: Date, where and how NASA astronaut's extended space journey will end

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore are set to return to Earth in late March after an extended stay on the International Space Station, following technical issues with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft.

Space race heats up: Russia's new high-speed plasma rocket can reach Mars in just 60 days

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Space race heats up: Russia's new high-speed plasma rocket can reach Mars in just 60 days

Russia introduces a plasma electric rocket engine that could revolutionize space travel, potentially reducing Mars mission duration to 30-60 days, making space exploration faster, fuel-efficient, and safer.

Elon Musk shares rare footage of SpaceX Starship's stunning vertical water landing, watch video

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Elon Musk shares rare footage of SpaceX Starship's stunning vertical water landing, watch video

Elon Musk shares a rare video of SpaceX's Starship making a vertical water landing, highlighting the importance of perfecting reentry techniques before attempting tower-arm catches.

Astrographers capture final views of 'Great Comet of 2025' that won't be visible for another 500,000 years

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Astrographers capture final views of 'Great Comet of 2025' that won't be visible for another 500,000 years

Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS), the 'Great Comet of 2025,' lit up the night sky in Chile, offering a rare and breathtaking sight for stargazers, with its bright tails and glowing coma.

Rare 'planet parade' to peak tonight: Witness all 7 planets of the solar system align with the naked eye

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Rare 'planet parade' to peak tonight: Witness all 7 planets of the solar system align with the naked eye

Witness a rare celestial event in February as all seven planets in our solar system align, creating a breathtaking view in the night sky, a spectacle that won't be seen again until 2040.

NASA’s SPHEREx Telescope to launch tomorrow: 3 fascinating things that make it unique?

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NASA’s SPHEREx Telescope to launch tomorrow: 3 fascinating things that make it unique?

NASA's newest space telescope, SPHEREx, is set to launch on February 28, aiming to create a detailed cosmic map, study cosmic inflation, and search for life-forming molecules in the Milky Way galaxy.

Wolves turned themselves into dogs for easy food access, but how? New study explains

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Wolves turned themselves into dogs for easy food access, but how? New study explains

A new study suggests that wolves may have domesticated themselves to become dogs, adapting to a calmer lifestyle near human camps in search of easy food, forming one of history's strongest bonds between humans and animals.

US Space Force reveals first-ever image of shadowy X-37B plane in Orbit

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US Space Force reveals first-ever image of shadowy X-37B plane in Orbit

The U.S. Space Force has released a rare photo of the X-37B space plane in orbit, marking the first public image of the secretive vehicle in space, as it conducts experiments and tests new orbital maneuvers.

What's inside a shark’s mouth? Diver's camera accidentally captures jaw-dropping footage, leaving internet stunned

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What's inside a shark’s mouth? Diver's camera accidentally captures jaw-dropping footage, leaving internet stunned

A diver's camera captured a rare and terrifying view from inside a shark's mouth after it was briefly swallowed during a feeding frenzy, leaving viewers amazed and frightened.

First total lunar eclipse in three years to bring a spectacular ‘Blood Moon’: Date, time and where to see

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First total lunar eclipse in three years to bring a spectacular ‘Blood Moon’: Date, time and where to see

The total lunar eclipse will last about five hours. The moon will move through Earth's shadow, turning a deep reddish hue for 65 minutes.

'I'm happy for her': NASA astronaut Sunita Williams' mother speaks about daughter's extended space stay

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'I'm happy for her': NASA astronaut Sunita Williams' mother speaks about daughter's extended space stay

Bonnie Pandya, mother of astronaut Sunita Williams, remains unfazed by her daughter’s prolonged mission in space.

'City-killer' asteroid 2024 YR4 now unlikely to hit Earth, says ESA

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'City-killer' asteroid 2024 YR4 now unlikely to hit Earth, says ESA

The asteroid 2024 YR4, once considered a potential threat to Earth, is now unlikely to hit in 2032, as new data and observations significantly reduce the impact risk, easing fears of a massive asteroid impact.

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