International Space Station
Coverage of International Space Station in the Nexus archive.
- The Cupola
Astronaut Terry Virts reflects on the experience of viewing Earth from the Cupola, a seven-windowed observatory module on the International Space Station. The Cupola has been praised by the New York Times for changing perspectives on Earth and allows astronauts worldwide to observe the planet.
- Even astronauts in space saw America 250 fireworks on the Fourth of July. See their ISS view of Los Angeles (video)
Astronauts on the International Space Station observed the America 250 fireworks display in Los Angeles on the Fourth of July. A video captures their view of the event from space.
- NASA astronauts spacewalk to fix robotic arm
Two NASA astronauts conducted a spacewalk outside the International Space Station to repair a robotic arm. The mission aims to address issues with the station's robotic equipment.
- Watch 2 NASA astronauts fix ISS' huge robotic arm during June 30 spacewalk
Two NASA astronauts conducted a spacewalk to repair the International Space Station's robotic arm. The event occurred during a June 30 mission.
- The International Space Station is old and leaky. Should it be decommissioned sooner rather than later?
The International Space Station had a proposed lifespan of 15 years but has exceeded it, showing signs of aging. Questions arise about whether it should be decommissioned sooner due to its condition.
- Astronaut who graduated from high school in Miami named to NASA’s Artemis III crew
Frank Rubio, a Miami high school graduate and NASA astronaut, has been named to the Artemis III crew. He has a military background, over 650 skydives, and previously spent 370 days on the International Space Station. Another crew member, Andre Douglas, was also born in Miami.
- News Wrap: Senate passes $70 billion immigration bill
The Senate passed a $70 billion bill to fund immigration enforcement, President Trump directed his new acting director of national intelligence to reduce staffing, a federal judge invalidated the Trump administration’s immigration processing freeze for 39 countries, and the International Space Station experienced an air leak.
- NASA reverses evacuation order for ISS after leak concerns
NASA reversed an evacuation order on the International Space Station due to concerns over two small air leaks in the Russian section. Retired NASA astronaut Scott Parazynski provided more details on CBS News.
- International Space Station crew moves to "safe haven" amid leak concerns
Five astronauts on the International Space Station took shelter in a spacecraft while new air leaks were being repaired. Two cosmonauts assessed the situation, and the crew resumed normal duties after approximately two hours.
- Astronauts return to ISS after sheltering during air leak repair attempt
Russian astronauts initiated a repair attempt on a tunnel area of the International Space Station (ISS), prompting a safe-haven procedure for five other astronauts onboard. The astronauts later returned to the ISS after the repair effort.
- The saga of the International Space Station air leak took a worrying turn Friday
Five crew members on the International Space Station temporarily moved to a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule as Russian cosmonauts addressed an air leak. NASA ordered four astronauts and a French astronaut into the Crew Dragon Freedom spacecraft, which serves as their lifeboat until their scheduled return in September. A NASA astronaut from a Russian Soyuz ship also joined them.
- NASA astronauts return to International Space Station after Russia pauses repairs to new leaks
NASA astronauts returned to the International Space Station after briefly sheltering in the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft following Russia's pause in repairs to new leaks. Normal operations resumed aboard the ISS.
- Astronauts briefly take shelter during repair to fix leak on the International Space Station
NASA temporarily ordered astronauts to take shelter in a SpaceX capsule while cosmonauts repaired a leak on the Russian segment of the International Space Station. The leak is part of ongoing issues with cracks on that section, prompting an extensive repair by Roscosmos. NASA and Roscosmos are investigating the cause of the recurring problems.
- Astronauts briefly take shelter during repair to fix leak on the International Space Station
NASA temporarily ordered astronauts to take shelter during repairs to fix a fresh leak on the International Space Station.
- Astronauts back on board International Space Station after shelter in place order
Astronauts have returned to the International Space Station after NASA ordered them to shelter in place and prepare for evacuation while Russia worked to repair a crack on its section of the station. NBC News' Ton Costello reported on the incident and ongoing repair efforts.
- Astronauts take shelter as air leaks worsen on International Space Station
A worsening air leak on the International Space Station caused five astronauts to take shelter and prepare for evacuation for two hours as Russia attempted to repair a crack. The astronauts, including members of NASA's Crew-12 mission and a US astronaut, were ordered by NASA mission control to enter their SpaceX-built Crew Dragon spacecraft.
- Serious ISS air leak forces NASA astronauts to temporarily take shelter in Dragon capsule
A serious air leak in the Russian segment of the International Space Station (ISS) prompted NASA astronauts to temporarily shelter in the Dragon capsule as Roscosmos conducted repair operations. Leaks in the Zvezda module's transfer tunnel escalated in size, with partial repairs attempted using Germetall-1 sealant, though the issue remains unresolved.
- Nasa reverses evacuation alert order for astronauts aboard International Space Station
NASA reversed an evacuation order for astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) after a worsening air leak prompted temporary sheltering in SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft. The agency and Russia’s Roscosmos examined the leak rate, with Roscosmos stating no immediate threat to the crew despite ongoing efforts to repair cracks in the Zvezda service module. This marked the first reversal of a safe-haven order in the ISS’s 27-year history.
- Astronauts return to ISS after sheltering during air leak repair attempt
Astronauts returned to the International Space Station (ISS) after sheltering during a Russian attempt to repair an air leak in the tunnel area. The repair effort prompted a safe-haven procedure for five other astronauts onboard.
- Astronauts return to ISS after sheltering during air leak repair attempt
Astronauts returned to the ISS after sheltering during a Russian attempt to repair an air leak in the tunnel area. The repair effort triggered a safe-haven procedure for five astronauts onboard.
- Astronauts return to ISS after sheltering during air leak repair attempt
Russian attempt to repair an air leak in the tunnel area of the International Space Station prompted five astronauts to shelter in a safe-haven procedure. The astronauts later returned to the ISS after the repair attempt.
- Astronauts sheltering on International Space Station after new leak found
Five astronauts are sheltering aboard the International Space Station after a new leak was discovered. The situation prompted immediate safety measures on the station.
- Astronauts take shelter on the International Space Station because of air leaks
NASA ordered astronauts to take refuge in a docked SpaceX Crew Dragon spacecraft on the International Space Station due to air leaks, with potential evacuation prepared. Crew returned to normal operations shortly afterward.
- Astronauts briefly take shelter during repair to fix leak on the International Space Station
NASA temporarily ordered astronauts to take shelter in a SpaceX capsule while cosmonauts repaired a leak on the Russian side of the International Space Station. The decision was made out of caution, and the crew resumed normal operations after repairs paused. The affected area has had recurring cracks and leaks.
- Astronauts briefly take shelter during repair to fix leak on the International Space Station
NASA temporarily ordered astronauts to shelter in a SpaceX capsule during repairs to fix a leak on the Russian side of the International Space Station. The decision was made as a precaution, and the crew resumed normal operations after repairs paused. The area has had recurring cracks and leaks, prompting a more extensive repair by Roscosmos.
- ISS astronauts had to shelter in place in the SpaceX Dragon capsule because of an air leak
ISS astronauts were required to shelter in the SpaceX Dragon capsule due to an air leak. Additional details about the incident are pending further updates.
- Astronauts on International Space Station take shelter in SpaceX Dragon as cosmonauts try to fix air leak
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station are taking shelter in a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft while cosmonauts attempt to repair an air leak. The incident involves collaborative efforts between astronauts and cosmonauts to address the issue.
- Astronauts briefly moved to ‘safe haven’ over ISS leak
Astronauts were briefly moved to a 'safe haven' due to a leak on the International Space Station (ISS). Cracks in the transfer tunnel have been causing leaks since 2019.
- NASA orders astronauts to take shelter after new leak aboard the International Space Station
NASA has ordered astronauts aboard the International Space Station to take shelter following the detection of a new leak. The incident prompted immediate safety measures as the station's crew was instructed to move to secure locations.
- NASA orders ISS crew to shelter as Russian air leak worsens
NASA ordered four astronauts aboard the International Space Station to shelter inside a docked spacecraft as Russian engineers addressed a worsening air leak in the station's Russian segment. The agency confirmed the crew donned spacesuits during the incident.
- NASA astronauts prepare to evacuate International Space Station over 'worsening air leaks'
NASA astronauts are preparing to evacuate the International Space Station due to worsening air leaks. The situation involves concerns about structural integrity and safety on the orbital outpost.
- NASA places ISS astronauts on evacuation alert as air leak worsens
NASA has placed astronauts on the International Space Station on evacuation alert due to a worsening air leak. The situation involves a deteriorating issue that could necessitate emergency procedures.
- Space station crew briefly moves to "safe haven" amid new concerns over leak
NASA directed five crew members aboard the International Space Station to move to the SpaceX Crew Dragon 'Freedom' spacecraft as a precaution due to new concerns about a potential leak.
- Astronauts on ISS told to shelter as repairs under way to fix air leaks
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) were instructed to shelter while repairs are being conducted to address air leaks. The situation highlights ongoing efforts to fix technical issues threatening the station's integrity.
- NASA places ISS astronauts on evacuation alert as air leak worsens
NASA ordered astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) to shelter in their spacecraft and prepare for possible evacuation after a worsening air leak in the Russian module raised concerns about a long-standing technical issue.
- NASA tells astronauts to shelter in SpaceX Dragon due to new ISS leaks
NASA instructed astronauts to shelter in the SpaceX Dragon due to new leaks discovered in the International Space Station's Russian service module by Roscosmos, which is attempting repairs.
- NASA tells ISS astronauts to ready for possible evacuation amid leak repair
NASA has instructed astronauts on the International Space Station to prepare for possible evacuation as a precaution while Roscosmos addresses a potential leak. Four astronauts are currently sheltering in a transport capsule during the repair efforts.
- International Space Station astronauts under evacuation orders over air leak
Astronauts on the International Space Station have been ordered to shelter in their spacecraft and prepare for potential evacuation as a Russian crew attempts to repair a worsening air leak in its portion of the orbital laboratory. NASA's Crew-12 mission astronauts, including two U.S. astronauts, a French astronaut, and a Russian cosmonaut, were instructed to enter their Crew Dragon spacecraft and don spacesuits.
- NASA orders International Space Station astronauts to shelter, prepare for evacuation due to air leak
NASA ordered astronauts on the International Space Station to shelter in their spacecraft and prepare for potential evacuation due to a worsening air leak on the Russian portion of the orbital laboratory. The U.S. agency confirmed the incident as Russian crew members attempted repairs.
- French astronauts set for 2027 voyages to ISS and first commercial space station
French astronauts Thomas Pesquet and Arnaud Prost will embark on separate 2027 missions. Prost will visit the Vast-developed Haven-1 commercial space station, while Pesquet will travel to the International Space Station via a private Vast mission.