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The International Space Station’s solar arrays provide power for the orbiting laboratory. NASA will install a total of six new roll out solar arrays in front of the existing arrays at 1A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4A, and 4B to augment the power. During the Aug. 24 spacewalk, NASA astronaut Mark Vande Hei and astronaut Akihiko Hoshide of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency will install the modification kit on the 4A power channel, where the next new roll out solar array will be installed in 2022.

This awesome sight made the ISS crew dash to the Cupola

Astronauts aboard the International Space Station recently hurried to the observation module to marvel at a spectacular view of our planet and beyond.
The Soyuz MS-18 rocket is launched with Expedition 65 NASA astronaut Mark Vande Hei, Roscosmos cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Oleg Novitskiy, Friday, April 9, 2021, at the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan.

How to watch a Russian film team launch to the ISS this week

There's an unusual launch this week, as a Soyuz rocket will carry actress Yulia Peresild and producer Klim Shipenko plus cosmonaut Anton Shkaplerov to the ISS.
The four astronauts heading to the space station in October 2021.

NASA reveals date for SpaceX’s next astronaut launch

NASA has adjusted the launch date for its Crew-3 mission to the International Space Station using SpaceX's Crew Dragon spacecraft.
SpaceX's Cargo Dragon CRS-23 docked with the International Space Station.

How to watch SpaceX’s Cargo Dragon depart space station on Thursday

A SpaceX Cargo Dragon is about to depart the International Space Station and you can watch the entire event live online.
Astronaut Thomas Pesquet giving a tour of the space station's Node 3 module.

Watch astronaut’s 360 video tour of space station’s Tranquility module

International Space Station astronaut Thomas Pesquet has shared the latest video in a series offering tours of various parts of the orbiting outpost.
Astronaut Thomas Pesquet in the International Space Station's observation module.

ISS astronaut reveals how he captures stunning Earth photos

Despite the enviable vantage point 250 miles above Earth, it's a lot harder than you might think to capture amazing images from the International Space Station.
Two astronauts conduct a spacewalk at the International Space Station.

Spacewalk time-lapse reveals the fiddly work of an astronaut

A new time-lapse from the International Space Station reveals the kind of fiddly work that an astronaut has to perform during a spacewalk.
The view from the space station's cupola.

Astronaut shows off views from ISS module after Crew Dragon success

Much attention was given to the new cupola on SpaceX's Crew Dragon, but an ISS astronaut has just reminded us that he also has a pretty cool observation module.
NASA astronaut and Expedition 65 Flight Engineer Megan McArthur wears the specialized Sidekick headset and tests using augmented reality aboard the International Space Station.

Astronauts on the ISS are using augmented reality apps to help with repairs

Astronauts on the ISS are testing out a new Augmented Reality (AR) system which can help in the inspection and maintenance of station equipment.
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How to watch astronauts on a spacewalk at the ISS on Sunday

Two astronauts aboard the International Space Station are making final preparations for a spacewalk on Sunday, September 12. Here's how you can watch it online.
The International Space Station.

Space station smoke alarm emergency confirmed by NASA

Crewmembers aboard the International Space Station were forced to respond to a smoke alarm early on Thursday. It's not currently clear what set off the alarm.
The International Space Station’s solar arrays provide power for the orbiting laboratory. NASA will install a total of six new roll out solar arrays in front of the existing arrays at 1A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4A, and 4B to augment the power. During the Aug. 24 spacewalk, NASA astronaut Mark Vande Hei and astronaut Akihiko Hoshide of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency will install the modification kit on the 4A power channel, where the next new roll out solar array will be installed in 2022.

No, this funky light show on the space station is not a disco

Some astronauts may like to boogie, but this funky light show aboard the International Space Station is definitely not a disco.
Expedition 65 flight engineer and Roscosmos cosmonaut Pyotr Dubrov, pictured during a spacewalk to perform work on the Pirs docking compartment.

How to watch two Russian cosmonauts spacewalk outside the ISS this week

This week, two cosmonauts will venture outside the International Space Station to continue preparing the Nauka module for operations -- here's how to watch.
Cosmonauts Oleg Novitskiy and Pyotr Dubrov during a spacewalk to connect power and ethernet cables to the Nauka laboratory module.

Cosmonauts perform spacewalk to prepare new Russian space station module

Two Russian cosmonauts completed their first of up to 11 spacewalks outside the ISS to prepare a newly arrived laboratory module for space operations.
An Earth image taken from the space station.

Surreal Earth images taken from ISS seem to show ‘Pac-Man invasion’

The astronaut who took this dramatic Earth image from the space station suggests it shows a Pac-Man invasion. But what is it really?
check out the space stations crossroads in this 360 video iss node 2 module tour

Check out the space station’s ‘crossroads’ in this 360-degree video

The latest 360-degree video from French astronaut Thomas Pesquet features the crossroads of the International Space Station.
The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launches the Cargo Dragon spacecraft toward the International Space Station.

SpaceX launches Cargo Dragon to ISS, catches booster on new ship for first time

SpaceX has launched a Cargo Dragon resupply ship to the ISS, as well as catching a booster with its new droneship A Shortfall of Gravitas for the first time.
The Falcon 9 rocket form SpaceX with the Cargo Dragon spacecraft atop stands at the launch pad at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida.

SpaceX resupply mission to ISS delayed until tomorrow due to weather

SpaceX had been due to launch a resupply mission to the International Space Station this morning, but the launch has been delayed due to poor weather.
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Watch this astronaut reveal everything about his spacesuit

Current ISS astronaut Thomas Pesquet has dropped a new video, this one offering a detailed look at the suits used for spacewalks.
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Astronaut’s 360 video shows off one of the best-equipped modules on ISS

Check out this cool 360-degree video of the International Space Station's Columbus module, one of the best-equipped facilities on the habitable laboratory.
NASA astronaut Shane Kimbrough.

Space station astronaut finds unique way to celebrate wedding anniversary

Space station astronaut Shane Kimbrough this week found a special way to celebrate his wedding anniversary with his partner back on Earth.
The International Space Station.

Astronaut’s medical issue prompts NASA to call off Tuesday’s spacewalk

A spacewalk at the International Space Station planned for Tuesday, August 24, has been postponed due a medical issue affecting one of the two astronauts.
The International Space Station’s solar arrays provide power for the orbiting laboratory. NASA will install a total of six new roll out solar arrays in front of the existing arrays at 1A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4A, and 4B to augment the power. During the Aug. 24 spacewalk, NASA astronaut Mark Vande Hei and astronaut Akihiko Hoshide of the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency will install the modification kit on the 4A power channel, where the next new roll out solar array will be installed in 2022.

How to watch astronauts upgrade the ISS power system

As part of ongoing upgrades to the International Space Station's power system, two astronauts will take a stroll outside the station.
The interior of the space station's new Nauka module.

Watch astronaut’s tour of the space station’s newest module

Astronaut Thomas Pesquet has given the first tour of the latest module to arrive at the International Space Station.
The International Space Station.

Check out some of the science heading to the ISS this month

SpaceX is launching another cargo mission to the space station later this month, with the consignment including numerous science experiments for the crew.
The Redwire Regolith Print facility suite, consisting of Redwire's Additive Manufacturing Facility, and the print heads, plates and lunar regolith simulant feedstock that launches to the International Space Station.

NASA is testing a 3D printer that uses moon dust to print in space

When the Northrop Grumman Cygnus cargo spacecraft arrived at ISS this week, it carried a 3D printer that uses moon dust to make solid material.
The space station's Cupola module.

Cosmonaut’s remarkable photo shows unusual view of ISS

A photo of the International Space Station shared this week by Russian cosmonaut Oleg Novitskiy offers an unusual view of the orbiting laboratory.
A Northrop Grumman Cygnus spacecraft is grabbed by the ISS's robotic arm.

How to watch Northrop Grumman launch its 16th cargo mission to the ISS this week

This Tuesday, August 10, an uncrewed Cygnus spacecraft will be launched on a resupply mission to the ISS, and you can watch along live at home.
NASA astronaut Shane Kimbrough growing lettuce in the Veggie vegetable-production system on the International Space Station.

Why growing delicious food in space is more than just a matter of taste

Growing food in space is essential for long-term missions. But the benefits aren't only practical, as experiments on the International Space Station will show.
Earth captured from the space station.

Check out this stunning Earth image captured by an astronaut

Astronaut Thomas Pesquet has been posting lots of cool images since arriving at the ISS in April. His latest stunning effort shows a golden sunset reflection.
Thomas Pesquet aboard the International Space Station.

ISS astronaut describes his first 100 days in space

Astronaut Thomas Pesquet has lifted the lid on life on the International Space Station, describing it as magical but also routine.
The ECOSTRESS instrument attached to the ISS.

How the space station is helping U.S. fire crews battle wildfires

A piece of technology aboard the International Space Station is helping firefighters tackle some of the biggest wildfires burning across the western U.S.
The International Space Station.

ISS scare as new module’s thrusters suddenly fire up

When Russia's new Nauka module docked with the ISS on Thursday, everything seemed fine. But three hours later, its thrusters suddenly fired up.
Russia's Pirs module departing the International Space Station after 20 years.

Check out Pirs’ fiery end after 20 years at the space station

Almost 20 years after arriving at the ISS, the Pirs docking module departed the orbiting outpost before burning up in Earth’s atmosphere.