Four astronauts have safely splashed down on Earth after making an early exit from the International Space Station. The mission was cut short by nearly a month after one crew member fell seriously ill, prompting a precautionary return.


NASA: Four astronauts make early ISS exit after crew member falls sick

Crew-11 astronauts Zena Cardman, Mike Fincke (NASA), Kimiya Yui (JAXA), and Oleg Platonov (Roscosmos) undocked from the ISS after 167 days, a month shorter than the planned February return. 


ISS Astronauts Home Early After 167 Days: Health Issue Forces Return 

JAXA astronaut Kimiya Yui filmed a breathtaking Aurora Borealis from the International Space Station on January 11, 2026, showcasing vibrant pink, teal, and purple lights interacting with Earth's atmosphere. 

ISS Astronaut Captures Earth's Dazzling Aurora Glow

Several private companies, with help from NASA, are building new space stations to take over after the ISS retires. These stations may be ready in a few years, hosting astronauts and even tourists. Here’s what we know so far.

Can private companies build the next space station?

SpaceX has successfully launched its 33rd commercial resupply mission to the International Space Station from Cape Canaveral, Florida.

SpaceX Launches 33rd Cargo Resupply Mission to ISS from Florida

India’s astronaut, Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, conducted seven (7) key research experiments during his mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission

Space Farming to Brain Studies: What India’s Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla Researched on the ISS

With no access to resupply missions during extended stays, how astronauts access and recycle water has become a triumph of modern engineering, and a crucial step for future deep space missions.

Cleaner than bottled water? The science behind astronauts sipping purified urine in space

SpaceX said that additional time is needed “to repair the LOx leak identified during post static fire booster inspections” on the Falcon 9 rocket.

SpaceX postpones launch of Axiom-4 mission carrying India’s Shubhanshu Shukla again

The system has the capability of becoming the world’s first drone platform of its kind. It is expected to be tested on the Russian Orbital Station (ROS). 

Robots in orbit: Russia patents tech to launch and maintain space drones — everything you need to know

A NASA safety group has expressed serious concern about the International Space Station. They say it is entering the most dangerous phase of its life as it moves closer to retirement in 2030.

'Dangerous for people on Earth’: NASA warns ISS is dying and could break apart in orbit

In a symbolic ceremony aboard the International Space Station, Russian cosmonaut Alexey Ovchinin handed over command to Japanese astronaut Takuya Onishi. The two astronauts, who first met as rookies aboard the ISS in 2016, shared an emotional moment during the change-of-command event held on April 18. Onishi wished his colleague a safe return to Earth as he assumed leadership of the space station.

Emotional farewell as Ovchinin hands ISS command to Japan’s Takuya Onishi

India’s Shubhanshu Shukla to study screen time effects on the brain in space!

ISRO’s Gaganyaan astronaut to study effects of screen time on the brain during ISS Trip

The SpaceX Dragon spacecraft successfully undocked from the International Space Station as NASA astronauts Sunita Williams, and Butch Wilmore along with their crew return to Earth.

SpaceX Dragon spacecraft undocks from ISS in mission to get stranded NASA astronauts back to Earth

Science & Tech | Science | World | The time-lapse video of the spacecraft's docking at the orbital ISS was shared by NASA astronaut Don Pettit.

Watch | Stunning visuals show SpaceX’s Crew-10 Dragon capsule docking at International Space Station

The International Space Station (ISS), built in 1998 through a collaboration between NASA, the Canadian Space Agency, the European Space Agency, Japan’s JAXA, and Russia’s Roscosmos, has been in continuous operation since November 2000. 


Why Elon Musk wants to 'crash' International Space Station as soon as possible?

Residents of Mumbai and Pune will have the opportunity to see the International Space Station (ISS) with the naked eye as it moves across the night sky. The station, which orbits Earth at over 28,000 km/h, will be visible under clear weather conditions.


International Space Station to be visible from India tonight! Here’s when and how to spot it

NASA has given the green light for the Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission, a private astronaut mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The mission will be piloted by Indian Air Force Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and will last for 14 days.

'First Indian on ISS': NASA approves Shubhanshu Shukla for 14-day Axiom-4 mission to space station

Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore have spent longer than seven months circling the earth. Even now, there's no clear return date for the duo. Having gone on an 8-day trip, will they end up spending nine months in space?

Why is Sunita Williams' return further delayed? | Gravitas

Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams face extended stay at the ISS due to issues with Boeing Starliner spacecraft. Watch this report for more details!

Is $150 billion technological marvel crippled?

NASA has announced that astronaut Sunita Williams' return to Earth has been delayed once again, as the space agency extends the stay of astronauts aboard the International Space Station due to ongoing logistical challenges.

Sunita Williams' Return Delayed: NASA Announces Extended ISS Stay for Stranded Astronauts

NASA has announced that astronaut Sunita Williams' return to Earth has been delayed once again, as the space agency extends the stay of astronauts aboard the International Space Station due to ongoing logistical challenges.



According to reports, the crew on the space station is planning to observe Christmas by recreating the holiday customs in space. Their celebration will include special festive meals prepared with ingredients sent from Earth and connecting with their family and friends via video calls



‘Another day, another sleigh’: Sunita Williams and fellow ISS crew prepare to celebrate Christmas in space

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NASA: Four astronauts make early ISS exit after crew member falls sick

ISS Astronauts Home Early After 167 Days: Health Issue Forces Return

ISS Astronaut Captures Earth's Dazzling Aurora Glow

Can private companies build the next space station?

SpaceX Launches 33rd Cargo Resupply Mission to ISS from Florida

Space Farming to Brain Studies: What Shubhanshu Shukla Researched on the ISS

The science behind astronauts sipping purified urine in space

SpaceX postpones launch of Axiom-4 mission carrying India’s Shubhanshu Shukla again

Robots in orbit: Russia patents tech to launch and maintain space drones — everything you need to know

'Dangerous for people on Earth’: NASA warns ISS is dying and could break apart in orbit

Emotional farewell as Ovchinin hands ISS command to Japan’s Takuya Onishi

ISRO’s Gaganyaan astronaut to study effects of screen time on the brain during ISS Trip

SpaceX Dragon spacecraft undocks from ISS in mission to get stranded NASA astronauts back to Earth

Watch | Stunning visuals show SpaceX’s Crew-10 Dragon capsule docking at International Space Station

Why Elon Musk wants to 'crash' International Space Station as soon as possible?

International Space Station to be visible from India tonight! Here’s when and how to spot it

'First Indian on ISS': NASA approves Shubhanshu Shukla for 14-day Axiom-4 mission to space station

Why is Sunita Williams' return further delayed? | Gravitas

Is $150 billion technological marvel crippled?

Is $150 billion technological marvel crippled?

Sunita Williams' Return Delayed: NASA Announces Extended ISS Stay for Stranded Astronauts

Sunita Williams' Return Delayed: NASA Announces Extended ISS Stay for Stranded Astronauts

‘Another day, another sleigh’: Sunita Williams and fellow ISS crew prepare to celebrate Christmas in space

‘Another day, another sleigh’: Sunita Williams and fellow ISS crew prepare to celebrate Christmas in space