AND ROSCOSMOS COSMONAUT KONSTANTIN BORISOV
Finally, a Russian scientist puts an American conspiracy theory to rest
A persistent conspiracy theory in the US claims the 1969 Apollo 11 moon landing was faked, suggesting NASA staged photos and videos. Russian scientist Yury Borisov, head of Roscosmos, confirmed the authenticity of lunar soil samples provided by the US, potentially discrediting the conspiracy. Russia's lunar mission failed in 2023, while India and China have successfully landed on the moon.
Russia plans to create core of new space station by 2030
Russia aims to establish the core of its new orbital space station by 2030, according to its space agency, Roscosmos. The agency's head, Yuri Borisov, approved the timeline, which includes launching an initial scientific and energy module in 2027 and adding three more modules by 2030, with two additional modules planned between 2031 and 2033. Previously collaborating on the International Space Station (ISS), Russia plans to exit the ISS by 2028 and focus on its own station to address scientific, technological, and national security needs.
Spacecraft carrying first Belarus woman cosmonaut lifts off: Roscosmos
Marina Vasilevskaya, Belarus' first female cosmonaut, successfully launched to the International Space Station from Baikonur in Kazakhstan aboard a Russian Soyuz spacecraft. The mission overcame delays, with the ISS facing coolant leaks and uncertainties in US-Russia space cooperation.
Four astronauts return to earth in Dragon Space Capsule; splash down in Gulf of Mexico
A SpaceX Dragon capsule carrying four astronauts returned from the International Space Station on Tuesday, splashing down in the Gulf of Mexico near Pensacola, Florida.SpaceX says the capsule splashed down at approximately 5:47 a.m. EST (1147GMT) on Tuesday mornin...
Roscosmos chief reveals how Russia is assisting India in Gaganyaan mission
“Not only Indian cosmonauts are getting trained in Russia, experts from Moscow's space enterprise are helping develop manned spacecraft and engaging in wide-ranging dialogues to boost Delhi's adventure to the stars,” Yuri Borisov, director general of Roscosmos, told Russia Today television channel this week.
NASA’s SpaceX Crew-7 Mission: Who are among the crew members and what will they do? Here’s everything you may want to know about the upcoming launch
By conducting a multitude of scientific experiments and technology demonstrations, NASA’s SpaceX Crew-7 mission aims to contribute to the advancement of space exploration and bring tangible benefits to humanity back on Earth.
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Russian crew wrap shooting of first film in space, returns to Earth after spending 12 days in orbit
If the project stays on track, the Russian crew will beat a Hollywood project.
Russia races Tom Cruise & Elon Musk to shoot the first film in space
The Call, the Russian project's working title, was announced four months after the Hollywood project.
Russia may train Indian Astronauts for Gaganyaan at its Space Centre
Many Russian cosmonauts, past and present, train and stay with their families in this facility, which is run by Roscosmos, the Russian space agency.
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