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Published on 2025-03-05 12:22:29 - Yahoo
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  • Two astronauts who have been stuck on the International Space Station (ISS) since June, 2024 are scheduled to return to Earth next week. Massachusetts native Sunita L. Williams and Butch Wilmore of Tennessee have been stuck on the ISS due to problems with their spacecraft,

The article from Yahoo News discusses astronaut Sunita "Suni" Williams, a native of Massachusetts, who is preparing for her third space mission. Scheduled to launch on February 22, 2024, Williams will be aboard the Boeing Starliner, marking its first crewed test flight. This mission will see her and fellow astronaut Barry "Butch" Wilmore travel to the International Space Station (ISS) for a week-long stay. The article highlights Williams' previous space experiences, including her record-breaking time in space and her role in the first all-female spacewalk. It also touches on her personal background, mentioning her childhood in Needham, Massachusetts, and her career path from a test pilot to an astronaut. The piece underscores the significance of this mission for both Williams and the broader context of space travel, as it represents a critical step in certifying the Starliner for regular crewed missions to the ISS.

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