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Boeing Starliner Mission Leaves Astronauts Stranded on ISS

Technical failures extend mission duration, prompting NASA to use SpaceX for a safe return in 2025.

  • Two astronauts have been stranded on the ISS after their Boeing Starliner mission faced multiple technical failures.
  • The Starliner mission, initially planned to last just over a week, has extended to several months due to continued issues.
  • NASA decided to bring the astronauts back using a SpaceX spacecraft in early 2025, citing safety concerns.
  • Prolonged space missions pose various health risks, including vision changes, muscle atrophy, and increased cancer risk.
  • The Starliner's issues are a significant blow to Boeing's reputation, already marred by past failures in aerospace engineering.
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