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2026 Nobel Peace Prize race: ISS emerges as surprise contender

The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize race has taken an unusual turn as the International Space Station joins political leaders, humanitarian organisations and international courts in public speculation. With 287 candidates registered and the Oct 9 Nobel announcement approaching, attention is turning to who best represents peace and cooperation. The Norwegian Nobel Committee will announce the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo on October 9. According to the Nobel Peace Pri

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05 Oct 2026 22:09 PM

2026 Nobel Peace Prize race: ISS emerges as surprise contender

The 2026 Nobel Peace Prize race has taken an unusual turn as the International Space Station joins political leaders, humanitarian organisations and international courts in public speculation. With 287 candidates registered and the Oct 9 Nobel announcement approaching, attention is turning to who best represents peace and cooperation. The Norwegian Nobel Committee will announce the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo on October 9. According to the Nobel Peace Pri

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Jonny Kim Leaves NASA to Return to Active-Duty Navy Service

Former NASA astronaut Jonny Kim is returning to active-duty military service after nearly a decade with the space agency, closing a remarkable chapter that included work as an astronaut, engineer and International Space Station crew member. Kim will continue serving as a lieutenant commander in the U.S. Navy and is expected to work in naval aviation training after leaving NASA. Reflecting on his time with the agency, Kim said serving NASA and contributing to space explorat

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28 Aug 2026 03:02 AM

Jonny Kim Leaves NASA to Return to Active-Duty Navy Service

Former NASA astronaut Jonny Kim is returning to active-duty military service after nearly a decade with the space agency, closing a remarkable chapter that included work as an astronaut, engineer and International Space Station crew member. Kim will continue serving as a lieutenant commander in the U.S. Navy and is expected to work in naval aviation training after leaving NASA. Reflecting on his time with the agency, Kim said serving NASA and contributing to space explorat

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Astronauts aboard space station to welcome new year 16 times in orbit

As people across the globe prepare to welcome the New Year with countdowns, fireworks, and celebrations across different time zones, a small group of astronauts orbiting far above Earth will experience the arrival of the new year in a way unlike anyone on the planet. Aboard the International Space Station, astronauts currently in orbit will celebrate the New Year an astonishing 16 times, highlighting the extraordinary reality of life in space and the unique way time is experienced beyond Earth.

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31 Dec 2025 12:54 PM

Astronauts aboard space station to welcome new year 16 times in orbit

As people across the globe prepare to welcome the New Year with countdowns, fireworks, and celebrations across different time zones, a small group of astronauts orbiting far above Earth will experience the arrival of the new year in a way unlike anyone on the planet. Aboard the International Space Station, astronauts currently in orbit will celebrate the New Year an astonishing 16 times, highlighting the extraordinary reality of life in space and the unique way time is experienced beyond Earth.

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Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to Speak with Students and ISRO Scientists from Space

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is set to make a historic communication from space with school students and scientists from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on July 4, 2025. The interaction, which will take place via ham radio, is part of the ARISS (Amateur Radio on the International Space Station) programme, designed to connect astronauts aboard the ISS with students around the world, inspiring the next generation of space explorers.

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02 Jul 2025 06:08 AM

Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to Speak with Students and ISRO Scientists from Space

Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla is set to make a historic communication from space with school students and scientists from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on July 4, 2025. The interaction, which will take place via ham radio, is part of the ARISS (Amateur Radio on the International Space Station) programme, designed to connect astronauts aboard the ISS with students around the world, inspiring the next generation of space explorers.

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Sunita Williams Takes Command of the International Space Station

Indian-origin NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has made history once again by becoming the commander of the International Space Station (ISS). Her journey to this pivotal role began with an eight-day mission that was unexpectedly extended to over eight months due to technical issues with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft. During a formal ceremony aboard the ISS, Russian cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko handed over command to Williams, who has been working to advance scientific research and tech

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23 Sep 2024 11:50 AM

Sunita Williams Takes Command of the International Space Station

Indian-origin NASA astronaut Sunita Williams has made history once again by becoming the commander of the International Space Station (ISS). Her journey to this pivotal role began with an eight-day mission that was unexpectedly extended to over eight months due to technical issues with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft. During a formal ceremony aboard the ISS, Russian cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko handed over command to Williams, who has been working to advance scientific research and tech

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2026 Nobel Peace Prize race: ISS emerges as surprise contender

2026 Nobel Peace Prize race: ISS emerges as surprise contender

Jonny Kim Leaves NASA to Return to Active-Duty Navy Service

Jonny Kim Leaves NASA to Return to Active-Duty Navy Service

Astronauts aboard space station to welcome new year 16 times in orbit

Astronauts aboard space station to welcome new year 16 times in orbit

Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to Speak with Students and ISRO Scientists from Space

Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to Speak with Students and ISRO Scientists from Space

Sunita Williams Takes Command of the International Space Station

Sunita Williams Takes Command of the International Space Station

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San Jose battles surge in copper wire thefts disrupting lights and transit systems

Montgomery County Expands Food Recovery to Fight Rising Food Insecurity

Groom Dances to Dhoom Again at Wedding, Hrithik Roshan Reacts

Rs 5 lakh health insurance under Ayushman Bharat for senior citizens above 70 years: Who is eligible?

Tamil Nadu Poll Campaign Ends Today As DMK And AIADMK Alliances Face Off

Brio Italian Grille and Bravo Italian Kitchen file for bankruptcy in 2025

US military highlights B-52 airpower after strikes during Operation Epic Fury

India Asian Games 2026 Medal Rush Takes Tally to 37

Indian Women’s Kho Kho Team Dominates Malaysia to Reach Quarterfinals

Global AI competition moves beyond US and China rivalry

#internationalspacestation

2026 Nobel Peace Prize race: ISS emerges as surprise contender

2026 Nobel Peace Prize race: ISS emerges as surprise contender

Jonny Kim Leaves NASA to Return to Active-Duty Navy Service

Jonny Kim Leaves NASA to Return to Active-Duty Navy Service

Astronauts aboard space station to welcome new year 16 times in orbit

Astronauts aboard space station to welcome new year 16 times in orbit

Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to Speak with Students and ISRO Scientists from Space

Indian Astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla to Speak with Students and ISRO Scientists from Space

Sunita Williams Takes Command of the International Space Station

Sunita Williams Takes Command of the International Space Station

San Jose battles surge in copper wire thefts disrupting lights and transit systems

Montgomery County Expands Food Recovery to Fight Rising Food Insecurity

Groom Dances to Dhoom Again at Wedding, Hrithik Roshan Reacts

Rs 5 lakh health insurance under Ayushman Bharat for senior citizens above 70 years: Who is eligible?

Tamil Nadu Poll Campaign Ends Today As DMK And AIADMK Alliances Face Off

Brio Italian Grille and Bravo Italian Kitchen file for bankruptcy in 2025

US military highlights B-52 airpower after strikes during Operation Epic Fury

India Asian Games 2026 Medal Rush Takes Tally to 37

Indian Women’s Kho Kho Team Dominates Malaysia to Reach Quarterfinals

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