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A Glitch in the Space Plan: NASA's Unexpected Pause

January 8, 2026

NASA recently decided to push back a planned spacewalk. The reason? A medical issue with one of the astronauts. The agency kept details vague, citing privacy rules. They did say the situation is under control and promised updates later. Two astronauts, Mike Fincke and Zena Cardman, were supposed to

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Space Station Microbes: Earth's New Neighbors?

May 20, 2025

Chinese researchers have found something unusual in space. A new type of bacteria has been discovered on the Tiangong space station. This bacteria, named Niallia tiangongensis, is not found on Earth. It is a relative of a common Earth bacteria, but it has changed to live in space. This is not th

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The Ultimate Challenge: Keeping Astronauts Fit for Mars

April 9, 2025

The human body faces a tough test during long space trips. Every part of it can suffer. This is especially true for missions to Mars. These trips are long and tough on the body. Astronauts must stay fit and healthy. They must be ready for any challenge. This is where sport science comes in. It can h

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Mars Dust: A Hidden Danger for Future Explorers

March 26, 2025

Mars is a dusty place. This dust is not like the stuff under your bed. It's super fine and packed with nasty chemicals. This means big trouble for anyone planning to visit. The tiny particles can sneak into lungs and cause serious health issues. Think about it: astronauts already face lung problems

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Why Better Boots Are Key for Moon Explorers' Health

January 26, 2025

Did you know that astronauts heading to the Moon for NASA's Artemis missions need special boots? Why? Because the Moon's poles are super cold, reaching temperatures as low as -369°F (-223°C)! That's way colder than the equatorial regions where the Apollo missions landed. The extreme temperatures mea

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Space Travel: What Happens to Astronauts' Brains?

November 26, 2024

Ever wondered how space travel affects astronauts' brains? It turns out, long missions have some interesting effects. Recently, NASA scientists checked how 25 astronauts' brains handled six months on the International Space Station (ISS). They used a special test called the "cognition battery" to se

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Why Do Astronauts Age Faster in Space?

November 19, 2024

Ever wondered why astronauts on extended space missions seem to age faster? NASA's recent research, Space Omics and Medical Atlas (SOMA), provides some answers. It turns out that spaceflight speeds up aging by causing inflammation, genomic instability, and mitochondrial dysfunction. Interestingly, t

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Space Travelers on ISS Are Healthy, Despite Rumors

November 14, 2024

Last week, some news websites like The Daily Mail and The New York Post claimed that astronaut Suni Williams was sick. They even said her colleague, Butch Wilmore, might be losing weight. NASA quickly cleared things up, saying all astronauts on the International Space Station (ISS) are doing well. T

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Astronaut Sunita Williams Addresses Weight Loss Concerns in Space

November 13, 2024

Last week, a NASA photo of astronaut Sunita Williams, 59, raised concerns. She looked thin and her cheeks were sunken. But Williams, who's currently on a mission, says there's no need to worry. During a chat with the New England Sports Network Clubhouse Kids Show, she explained her appearance is due

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Space Health: Stranded Astronauts' Long Voyage Raises Concerns

November 6, 2024

In recent days, a photo of astronaut Sunita Williams has sparked worry about her health. She's been stuck on the International Space Station (ISS) along with Barry Wilmore since June, after their Boeing Starliner had technical issues. They were initially supposed to stay for just eight days, but now