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Astronaut's View on Israel-Gaza Conflict: No Borders Visible from Space
By Megan Gannon published
German astronaut Alexander Gerst reflected on the grief he felt as he saw signs of the deadly Israel-Gaza conflict from the International Space Station.

Tropical Storm Arthur's Threat Seen From Space (Photo)
By Denise Chow published
Tropical Storm Arthur appears menacing as it bears down on the coast of Florida, in this photo captured today (July 2) by astronauts aboard the International Space Station.

The Truth About Neil Armstrong (Op-Ed)
By James Hansen published
Opinion Neil Armstrong was more than a hero — he was a down-to-earth, deeply complex, brilliant, three-dimensional human being.

Long Space Missions Can Give Astronauts Blurry Vision, Study Finds
By Space.com Staff published
Some astronauts reported blurred vision that lasted months after their return to Earth.
Space Medicines for Astronauts Don't Have the Right Stuff
By Rachael Rettner published
Medications used to treat astronauts in zero gravity might not work as well as they do on Earth.
Spaceflight May Compromise Immune System, Study Finds
By Rachael Rettner published
A long journey in space may actually compromise the immune system and make astronauts more susceptible disease.
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