Astronaut
Alyssa Carson: Astronaut-in-Training Would Consider Permanent Move to Mars
The teenager sat down with Stylist Magazine to discuss what life would be like in space, from the food to the toilet arrangement —and the prospect of being the very first person to touch foot on Mars.
Astronaut Sunita L. Williams Honored By Elementary School in Massachusetts
The unofficial motto of the new elementary school is "Follow your dreams, even if they take you to the moon."
Russia is Developing a Special Space Washing Machine
Because normal washing machines require gravity to function they are not suitable for space missions, meaning astronauts often have to wear the same clothes for several days.
How Gravity Could Change How We Make Decisions
Understanding how gravity impacts the way in which we make decisions as mankind prepares for a new space age.
Astronaut Removed From Boeing Starliner Test Flight
Boeing's Starliner is being developed as part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program to take astronauts into low-Earth orbit.
Astronaut Accidentally Calls 911 from Space
"I made a mistake, and the next day I received an email message: did you call 911?" André Kuipers explained.
A 'Nightmare Coming for You': Florence From Space
The National Hurricane Center said "life-threatening, catastrophic flash flooding and significant river flooding is likely over portions of the Carolinas and Mid-Atlantic states. An astronaut has shared photos of the storm from space.
No American Flag on the Moon in Neil Armstrong Biopic
Ryan Gosling, who plays Armstrong in the film, argued the astronaut's mission to the moon was a "human achievement."
Lunar Gateway Is 'Natural Next Step in Exploration'
Astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti talks to Newsweek about the challenges facing the Gateway base project and what it's like to transfer from the highest lab in existence to an office firmly on the ground.
Astronaut Shoots Photos Of Blood Moon From Space
German astronaut Alexander Gerst, a geophysicist and spaceflight veteran, photographed the eclipse from his temporary home about 250 miles above the Earth.
Astronaut Buzz Aldrin Sues His Children
The suit also says that they slandered him by saying he is suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Sally Ride Honored With Postage Stamp
The astronaut collected stamps throughout her life.
Astronaut Alan Bean Dies at 86
"Apollo was an impossible dream. To get to the moon and return safely we worked, prayed, and cheered together as a world."
Astronaut Mae Jemison Explains the Origin of Life
"As a little girl, I always knew it was nonsense when the U.S. didn't have women astronauts. In fact, it really pissed me off," she said.
Space Is Getting More Dangerous For Humans and Robots
Space has a lot of ways to kill you, and one is getting worse.
NASA Astronaut's DNA Actually Changed in Space
Seven percent of Scott Kelly's genes did not return to normal when he got home.
Astronauts Install Antenna the Wrong Way
The astronauts were replacing a 60-pound electronics box.
Health Not to Blame for Black NASA Astronaut Removal
The astronaut does not have medical problems or family issues.
NASA Astronaut's Brother Blames Racism For Her Removal
The space agency offered no explanation for why she was replaced.
ISS Astronaut Didn't Really Grow 3.5 Inches in Space
Norishige Kanai said he was worried he wouldn't fit into his seat on the way home.
Astronaut Grows 3.5 Inches in Space
"I've only been in space for three weeks and haven't grown like this since middle/high school."
Who Was Moon-Walking Astronaut John Young?
John Young had the longest career of any astronaut.
NASA 2018 Goals Include Mars Landing, Touching the Sun
The space agency has big goals for 2018.
NASA Astronaut, First Man To Fly Free In Space, Dies
Bruce McCandless's death was announced by NASA's Johnson Space Center.
Watch Astronauts Touchdown in Time for the Holidays
The ISS shared videos of the moment of impact.
New 'Take Me Home' Button Could Save Astronauts' Lives
The recently patented technology could one day save an astronaut from becoming lost in space.
Space Station Has The Same Microbes as Any Human Home
Humans living in space also, inevitably, means bacteria living in space.
ISS Astronaut Shares Stunning Fireball Meteor Footage
The astronaut made a wish and you should too.