Four astronauts exit ISS in first-ever medical evacuation
NASA has ended Crew-11's space stay a few weeks early due to a "lingering risk" to an astronaut's health. The crew is now on its way back to Earth....
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Can we cheat death?
Is ageing a natural stage of life to be honoured or a biological flaw that humanity should overcome?...
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2025 was third hottest year on record, climate experts see no relief in 2026
The world recorded its third-hottest year on record in 2025, extending an unprecedented streak of global heat with no relief expected in 2026, US and EU climate scientists said on Wednesday. The past ...
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2025 was the third warmest year on record
Droughts, hurricanes and wildfires are becoming the new normal. Global temperatures have shattered records for more than a decade....
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Earth from Space: The Fate of a Giant
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ISS crew returns to Earth in first-ever medical evacuation
For the first time in the International Space Station's history, NASA safely returned a crew of four astronauts to Earth ahead of schedule due to medical issues affecting one of the group....
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International Space Station crew to make emergency return to Earth
A medical emergency will force four astronauts aboard the International Space Station to return to Earth prematurely....
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What is below Earth, since space is present in every direction?
When my colleagues and I send them out to explore our solar system, it's important for us to understand the 3D map of our space neighborhood....
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The near death -- and last-minute reprieve -- of a trial for an HIV vaccine
A trial was about to launch for a vaccine that would ward off the HIV virus. It would be an incredible breakthrough. Then it looked as if it would be over before it started. (Image credit: Tommy Trenc...
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Sick astronaut, rest of crew undock from ISS ahead of return to Earth, NASA says
Crew-11 is expected to splash down off the coast of California Thursday morning....
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Sun erupts with powerful X-class flare as huge CME races toward Earth, impact possible within 24 hours
Aurora alert! The colossal solar storm could impact and trigger impressive northern lights....
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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....
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ISS astronaut medical evacuation latest news: Crew-11 prepares for departure
NASA is returning four astronauts to Earth early from the International Space Station due to a medical concern with one of the Crew-11 astronauts. Here's the latest news....
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NASA conducts first-ever medical evacuation from space station
NASA carried out its first medical evacuation from the International Space Station after an astronaut required care, bringing four crew members back to Earth earlier than planned. The early return tem...
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San Francisco coyote swims to Alcatraz
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Northern lights dazzle US, Europe amid intense solar storm
The sun has ejected the largest solar radiation storm in over 20 years. The phenomenon caused auroras to light up the skies in some parts of the world....
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How Earth's orbit might help us find oil reserves within the planet
Scientists studying Jurassic rocks in China found that cyclical changes in Earth's orbit affected not only the climate, but also the development of shale oil reserves....
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Freezing temperatures hitting US this week: How to stay safe in the cold
Here's what to know about staying warm and safe during freezing temperatures....
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An oncologist was shocked to learn she had breast cancer. She had no symptoms and thought she was low-risk.
Dr. Sue Hwang, a radiation oncologist, said her own experience with breast cancer helped her see vulnerability as a strength instead of a weakness. Tim Brown Oncologist Sue Hwang was diagnosed with br...
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