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Three astronauts just docked at China's Tiangong space station, including the first crew member from Hong Kong to reach orbit. One astronaut will stay in space for a full year, and Pakistan will send its first visitor to the station later in 2025.
Astronauts aboard China's Tiangong space station just picked their first crop of cherry tomatoes using a water-saving growing system that could feed future deep space travelers. The success brings humanity one step closer to self-sustaining missions to Mars and beyond.
China's Tiangong space station, once barred from international collaboration, now welcomes scientists from 17 countries to conduct experiments in orbit. The platform represents a shift toward open access in space exploration, especially for developing nations.
Two Pakistani astronauts will soon begin training in China to become the first international crew members aboard the Tiangong space station. One will join a Chinese mission later this year, marking a historic milestone in space cooperation.
Congress just voted to keep the International Space Station flying until 2032, buying time for American companies to launch commercial space stations before China dominates orbit. The move ensures astronauts never have to leave low Earth orbit.
One of America's most dreaded train stations is getting a complete transformation. Penn Station's new design brings back the light-filled grandeur that once made it an architectural wonder.
A viral video asking why electric vehicle chargers don't have weather canopies sparked a conversation that revealed good news: the industry is already building covered stations. Major charging networks are now including canopies, solar panels, and amenities in their newest designs.
Wisconsin is rolling out $40 million to add electric vehicle charging stations along major highways, making road trips easier for EV drivers. With 21 stations already serving travelers and 78 projects funded, the state is helping remove a major barrier to electric vehicle adoption.
Electric vehicle drivers in Washington state are getting 14 new charging stations across major highways, thanks to a $12 million federal grant. The stations will fill critical gaps along Interstate 90 and other routes, making long-distance travel easier within the next two years.
A historic crew of three Chinese astronauts just blasted off to the Tiangong space station, including Hong Kong's very first space traveler. One crew member will stay for a full year in orbit, paving the way for even more international cooperation above Earth.
A new era of space exploration is taking shape as startup Vast completes the primary structure of Haven-1, a private space station designed to replace the aging International Space Station. The capsule could launch as early as 2027, marking a major milestone in making space more accessible.
Four astronauts from three countries launched safely to the International Space Station early Friday morning, bringing the orbiting laboratory back to full strength. The mission marks a return to normal operations after the station's first-ever medical evacuation left just three crew members aboard.
NASA just approved a third company to send private astronauts to the International Space Station, accelerating plans for a future where multiple commercial space stations orbit Earth. Voyager Technologies joins Axiom Space and Vast in preparing missions that will help build the next generation of orbital outposts.
A New York robotics company will send a free-flying robot to the International Space Station to handle routine tasks and help astronauts work more safely. The 2027 mission could pave the way for autonomous helpers on future space stations.
The International Space Station's hardworking Canadarm2 needs a quick repair after 25 years of catching cargo ships and building humanity's home in orbit. Astronauts will replace one worn joint during a June 30 spacewalk, using spare parts already waiting on station. #
Lai Ka-ying just made history as Hong Kong's first astronaut, blasting off aboard China's Shenzhou-23 mission to the Tiangong Space Station. The landmark launch opens a new chapter for space exploration in the region.
Dr. Lai Ka-Ying just became Hong Kong's first astronaut, launching to China's Tiangong space station to track greenhouse gas emissions from orbit. The computer scientist will operate a Hong Kong-designed observatory, proving the city's universities can play a major role in space exploration.
Two Pakistani astronauts will make history as the first international crew members to train for China's space station. This marks a major milestone in space cooperation between nations.
Lai Ka-ying, a Hong Kong police superintendent and researcher, will become the first person from Hong Kong to travel to space when she launches to China's Tiangong space station Sunday. Her selection marks a milestone in Hong Kong's growing role in China's aerospace achievements.
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America is doubling down on space exploration with plans to keep the International Space Station flying until 2032 and build a permanent base on the moon. The moves aim to maintain U.S. leadership in space as competition with China heats up.
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