According to a NASA Media Advisory issued on July 23, 2026, NASA astronaut Chris Williams and Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Kud-Sverchkov and Sergei Mikaev will depart the International Space Station on Sunday, July 26, ending an eight-month mission that yielded advances in space-manufactured cancer nanomaterials and semiconductor crystal growth. Soyuz MS-28 is scheduled to undock from … Read more
The South African Police Service (SAPS) has launched a murder investigation into the death of Lt-Gen Sindile “Pitso” Mfazi, the deputy national commissioner for crime detection. While SAPS initially attributed his death to Covid-19 complications, toxicology tests conducted after his body was exhumed identified a poisonous substance, according to police spokesperson Brig Athlenda Mathe. Evidence … Read more
South African police have launched a formal murder investigation into the death of Lt-Gen Sindile “Pitso” Mfazi, the deputy national commissioner for crime detection. Initially attributed to Covid-19 complications, the case was reopened after his widow, Lindelwa “Malindi” Mfazi, secured an exhumation and toxicology tests that confirmed the presence of a poisonous substance, according to … Read more
NASA’s Aerospace Safety Advisory Panel (ASAP) reports that Boeing’s CST-100 Starliner spacecraft could remain grounded for up to one year before attempting another uncrewed test flight. While Boeing and NASA continue addressing propulsion and thruster anomalies identified during the 2024 Crew Flight Test (CFT), the agency has signaled a shift in strategy by expanding SpaceX’s … Read more
Astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) have captured high-resolution footage of the aurora australis, providing new insights into the atmospheric impact of intense solar activity. According to NASA, these displays are the result of particles and magnetism interacting with Earth’s upper atmosphere, a process known as space weather. Recent time-lapse imagery shared by astronaut … Read more
The Evolution of Curated Influence: Understanding Modern Propaganda Modern influence operations have shifted from blunt messaging to sophisticated, curated experiences. As highlighted in the recent ISS (Kapo) annual report, there is a growing trend of using “curated and polished” visits to reshape perceptions of foreign powers, specifically regarding China’s activities in Estonia. View this post … Read more
The Future of Space Exploration: AI, AR, and the Evolving ISS The International Space Station (ISS) is no longer just a symbol of international collaboration; it’s a dynamic testing ground for technologies that will define the future of space exploration. Recent developments, including preparations for a spacewalk on March 18th and the implementation of AI-powered … Read more
Senate Bill Charts New Course for Artemis, ISS, and Mars Exploration A revised NASA authorization bill recently advanced by the Senate Commerce Committee signals a significant shift in the agency’s priorities, impacting lunar exploration, the International Space Station (ISS), and future Mars missions. The bill reflects adjustments to the Artemis program announced by NASA, alongside … Read more
Astronaut Mike Fincke’s Medical Event Highlights Growing Challenges of Long-Duration Spaceflight HOUSTON — Veteran NASA astronaut Mike Fincke recently revealed he was the crew member who experienced a medical issue during the Crew-11 mission, prompting an early return to Earth from the International Space Station (ISS) in January. The incident, while not immediately life-threatening, underscores … Read more
International Space Station Back to Full Capacity After Crew Swap The International Space Station (ISS) is operating at full strength once again following the arrival of four new astronauts on February 14, 2026. The SpaceX delivery replaced a crew that returned to Earth early due to a medical issue, marking NASA’s first such emergency evacuation … Read more