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Manned space mission in China

Manned space mission in China

Three Chinese astronauts wave during a see-off ceremony for their Shenzhou-21 spaceflight mission at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center near Jiuquan, Gansu Province, on Oct. 31, 2025. A rocket carrying the spacecraft is scheduled to lift off later in the day for a six-month mission at China's Tiangong space station.

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Manned space mission in China

Manned space mission in China

Three Chinese astronauts wave during a see-off ceremony for their Shenzhou-21 spaceflight mission at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center near Jiuquan, Gansu Province, on Oct. 31, 2025. A rocket carrying the spacecraft is scheduled to lift off later in the day for a six-month mission at China's Tiangong space station.

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Manned space mission in China

Manned space mission in China

Three Chinese astronauts wave during a see-off ceremony for their Shenzhou-21 spaceflight mission at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center near Jiuquan, Gansu Province, on Oct. 31, 2025. A rocket carrying the spacecraft is scheduled to lift off later in the day for a six-month mission at China's Tiangong space station.

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Manned space mission in China

Manned space mission in China

Three Chinese astronauts wave during a see-off ceremony for their Shenzhou-21 spaceflight mission at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center near Jiuquan, Gansu Province, on Oct. 31, 2025. A rocket carrying the spacecraft is scheduled to lift off later in the day for a six-month mission at China's Tiangong space station.

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(FOCUS) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-21-CREW-PRESS CONFERENCE (CN)

(FOCUS) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-21-CREW-PRESS CONFERENCE (CN)

Chinese astronauts Zhang Lu (C), Wu Fei (R) and Zhang Hongzhang for the upcoming Shenzhou-21 spaceflight mission, meet the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on Oct. 30, 2025. Chinese astronauts Zhang Lu, Wu Fei and Zhang Hongzhang for the upcoming Shenzhou-21 spaceflight mission, met the press on Thursday. (Photo by Wang Jiangbo/Xinhua)

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(FOCUS) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-21-CREW-PRESS CONFERENCE (CN)

(FOCUS) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-21-CREW-PRESS CONFERENCE (CN)

Chinese astronaut Zhang Hongzhang for the upcoming Shenzhou-21 spaceflight mission meets the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on Oct. 30, 2025. Chinese astronauts Zhang Lu, Wu Fei and Zhang Hongzhang for the upcoming Shenzhou-21 spaceflight mission, met the press on Thursday. (Photo by Wang Jiangbo/Xinhua)

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(FOCUS) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-21-CREW-PRESS CONFERENCE (CN)

(FOCUS) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-21-CREW-PRESS CONFERENCE (CN)

Chinese astronaut Zhang Lu for the upcoming Shenzhou-21 spaceflight mission meets the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on Oct. 30, 2025. Chinese astronauts Zhang Lu, Wu Fei and Zhang Hongzhang for the upcoming Shenzhou-21 spaceflight mission, met the press on Thursday. Photo by Li Zhipeng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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(FOCUS) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-21-CREW-PRESS CONFERENCE (CN)

(FOCUS) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-21-CREW-PRESS CONFERENCE (CN)

Chinese astronaut Wu Fei for the upcoming Shenzhou-21 spaceflight mission meets the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on Oct. 30, 2025. Chinese astronauts Zhang Lu, Wu Fei and Zhang Hongzhang for the upcoming Shenzhou-21 spaceflight mission, met the press on Thursday. Photo by Li Zhipeng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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(FOCUS) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-21-CREW-PRESS CONFERENCE (CN)

(FOCUS) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-21-CREW-PRESS CONFERENCE (CN)

Chinese astronauts Zhang Lu (C), Wu Fei (R) and Zhang Hongzhang for the upcoming Shenzhou-21 spaceflight mission, meet the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on Oct. 30, 2025. (Xinhua/Li Minggang)

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(EyesonSci) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-21-PRESS CONFERENCE (CN)

(EyesonSci) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-21-PRESS CONFERENCE (CN)

A press conference on the Shenzhou-21 crewed spaceflight mission is held in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on Oct. 30, 2025. Photo by Li Zhipeng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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(FOCUS) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-21-CREW-PRESS CONFERENCE (CN)

(FOCUS) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-21-CREW-PRESS CONFERENCE (CN)

Chinese astronauts Zhang Lu (C), Wu Fei (R) and Zhang Hongzhang for the upcoming Shenzhou-21 spaceflight mission, meet the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on Oct. 30, 2025. (Xinhua/Li Minggang)

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(FOCUS) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-21-CREW-PRESS CONFERENCE (CN)

(FOCUS) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-21-CREW-PRESS CONFERENCE (CN)

Chinese astronauts Zhang Lu (C), Wu Fei (R) and Zhang Hongzhang for the upcoming Shenzhou-21 spaceflight mission, meet the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on Oct. 30, 2025. Photo by Li Zhipeng/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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US: SpaceX Launches Starship on Ninth Test Mission From Texas 3

Elon Musk’s Starship rocket launched for its 9th test flight from Texas on Tuesday, May 27, but lost control mid-flight due to a leak, making a safe landing unlikely, according to SpaceX. The Super Heavy booster carried Starship toward space, where it flew for under an hour before issues arose. A payload door also failed to open, preventing the release of dummy satellites. The flight followed previous high-altitude failures earlier this year.

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US: SpaceX Launches Starship on Ninth Test Mission From Texas

Elon Musk’s Starship rocket launched for its 9th test flight from Texas on Tuesday, May 27, but lost control mid-flight due to a leak, making a safe landing unlikely, according to SpaceX. The Super Heavy booster carried Starship toward space, where it flew for under an hour before issues arose. A payload door also failed to open, preventing the release of dummy satellites. The flight followed previous high-altitude failures earlier this year.

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Astronaut for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission Chen Zhongrui meets the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie, the three Chinese astronauts for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission, met the press on Wednesday. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Li Xin/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Astronaut for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission Chen Zhongrui meets the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie, the three Chinese astronauts for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission, met the press on Wednesday. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Lian Zhen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Astronaut for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission Chen Dong meets the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie, the three Chinese astronauts for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission, met the press on Wednesday. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Lian Zhen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Astronauts for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission Chen Dong (C), Chen Zhongrui (R) and Wang Jie meet the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Han Qiyang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Astronauts for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission Chen Dong (C), Chen Zhongrui (R) and Wang Jie meet the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Lian Zhen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Astronauts for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission Chen Dong (C), Chen Zhongrui (R) and Wang Jie meet the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Lian Zhen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Astronauts for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission Chen Dong (C), Chen Zhongrui (R) and Wang Jie meet the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Lian Zhen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Astronaut for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission Wang Jie meets the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie, the three Chinese astronauts for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission, met the press on Wednesday. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Li Xin/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Astronaut for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission Chen Dong meets the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie, the three Chinese astronauts for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission, met the press on Wednesday. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Li Xin/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Astronaut for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission Wang Jie meets the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie, the three Chinese astronauts for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission, met the press on Wednesday. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Lian Zhen/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Astronauts for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission Chen Dong (C), Chen Zhongrui (R) and Wang Jie meet the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Li Xin/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Astronauts for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission Chen Dong (C), Chen Zhongrui (R) and Wang Jie meet the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Li Xin/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Astronauts for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission Chen Dong (C), Chen Zhongrui (R) and Wang Jie meet the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Li Xin/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

A press conference on the Shenzhou-20 crewed spaceflight mission is held in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Ma Jinrui/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

This undated photo shows Shenzhou-20 crew member Chen Zhongrui. Chinese astronauts Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie will carry out the Shenzhou-20 crewed spaceflight mission, and Chen Dong will be the commander, the China Manned Space Agency announced at a press conference on Wednesday. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

A press conference on the Shenzhou-20 crewed spaceflight mission is held in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Bei He/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

This undated photo shows Shenzhou-20 crew member Chen Dong. Chinese astronauts Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie will carry out the Shenzhou-20 crewed spaceflight mission, and Chen Dong will be the commander, the China Manned Space Agency announced at a press conference on Wednesday. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

A press conference on the Shenzhou-20 crewed spaceflight mission is held in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Bei He/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

A journalist asks a question at a press conference on the Shenzhou-20 crewed spaceflight mission in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Bei He/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

This undated photo shows Shenzhou-20 crew members Chen Dong (C), Chen Zhongrui (R) and Wang Jie. Chinese astronauts Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie will carry out the Shenzhou-20 crewed spaceflight mission, and Chen Dong will be the commander, the China Manned Space Agency announced at a press conference on Wednesday. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

A press conference on the Shenzhou-20 crewed spaceflight mission is held in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Ma Jinrui/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Lin Xiqiang, spokesperson and deputy director of the China Manned Space Agency, speaks during a press conference on the Shenzhou-20 crewed spaceflight mission in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Bei He/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Astronauts for the upcoming Shenzhou-20 spaceflight mission Chen Dong (C), Chen Zhongrui (R) and Wang Jie meet the press in Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China on April 23, 2025. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Li Xin/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

Shenzhou 20 Presentation Crew and Press Conference in China

This undated photo shows Shenzhou-20 crew member Wang Jie. Chinese astronauts Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie will carry out the Shenzhou-20 crewed spaceflight mission, and Chen Dong will be the commander, the China Manned Space Agency announced at a press conference on Wednesday. China, Jiuquan on April 23, 2025. Photo by Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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The Fire Inside Premiere - LA

The Fire Inside Premiere - LA

September 17, 2021 - Florida, USA - Inspiration4 Launch. Jared Isaacman, Hayley Arceneaux, Chris Sembroski, Dr. Sian Proctor. Inspiration4 is the world's first all-civilian mission to orbit. The mission will be commanded by Jared Isaacman, the 38-year-old founder and Chief Executive Officer of Shift4 Payments and an accomplished pilot and adventurer. Named in recognition of the four-person crew that will raise awareness and funds for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, this milestone represents a new era for human spaceflight and exploration. (Credit Image: © Inspiration4/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com)

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The Fire Inside Premiere - LA

The Fire Inside Premiere - LA

September 11, 2021 - USA - Jared Isaacman, Hayley Arceneaux, Chris Sembroski, Dr. Sian Proctor. Inspiration4 is the world's first all-civilian mission to orbit. The mission will be commanded by Jared Isaacman, the 38-year-old founder and Chief Executive Officer of Shift4 Payments and an accomplished pilot and adventurer. Named in recognition of the four-person crew that will raise awareness and funds for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, this milestone represents a new era for human spaceflight and exploration. (Credit Image: © Inspiration4/ZUMA Press Wire Service/ZUMAPRESS.com)

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China Launches 3 Astronauts To Tiangong Space Station

China Launches 3 Astronauts To Tiangong Space Station

This image captured at Beijing Aerospace Control Center on Oct. 30, 2024 shows the crew of Shenzhou-18 and Shenzhou-19 manned spaceships talking with each other. The three astronauts of China's Shenzhou-19 spaceflight mission have entered the Tiangong space station and met with another astronaut trio on Wednesday, starting a new round of in-orbit crew handover. The Shenzhou-18 crew opened the hatch at 12:51 p.m. (Beijing Time) and greeted the new arrivals, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA). The six crew members then took group pictures for the fifth space get-together in China's aerospace history. They will live and work together for about five days to complete planned tasks and handover work, the CMSA said. The Shenzhou-18 crew is scheduled to return to the Dongfeng landing site in north China on Nov. 4. Photo by Han Qiyang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China Launches 3 Astronauts To Tiangong Space Station

China Launches 3 Astronauts To Tiangong Space Station

This image captured at Beijing Aerospace Control Center on Oct. 30, 2024 shows a group photo of the crew of Shenzhou-18 and Shenzhou-19 manned spaceships. The three astronauts of China's Shenzhou-19 spaceflight mission have entered the Tiangong space station and met with another astronaut trio on Wednesday, starting a new round of in-orbit crew handover. The Shenzhou-18 crew opened the hatch at 12:51 p.m. (Beijing Time) and greeted the new arrivals, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA). The six crew members then took group pictures for the fifth space get-together in China's aerospace history. They will live and work together for about five days to complete planned tasks and handover work, the CMSA said. The Shenzhou-18 crew is scheduled to return to the Dongfeng landing site in north China on Nov. 4. Photo by Li Jie/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China Launches 3 Astronauts To Tiangong Space Station

China Launches 3 Astronauts To Tiangong Space Station

This image captured at Beijing Aerospace Control Center on Oct. 30, 2024 shows the crew of Shenzhou-18 manned spaceship greeting the crew of Shenzhou-19 manned spaceship. The three astronauts of China's Shenzhou-19 spaceflight mission have entered the Tiangong space station and met with another astronaut trio on Wednesday, starting a new round of in-orbit crew handover. The Shenzhou-18 crew opened the hatch at 12:51 p.m. (Beijing Time) and greeted the new arrivals, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA). The six crew members then took group pictures for the fifth space get-together in China's aerospace history. They will live and work together for about five days to complete planned tasks and handover work, the CMSA said. The Shenzhou-18 crew is scheduled to return to the Dongfeng landing site in north China on Nov. 4. Photo by Han Qiyang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China Launches 3 Astronauts To Tiangong Space Station

China Launches 3 Astronauts To Tiangong Space Station

This image captured at Beijing Aerospace Control Center on Oct. 30, 2024 shows the crew of Shenzhou-18 and Shenzhou-19 manned spaceships talking with each other. The three astronauts of China's Shenzhou-19 spaceflight mission have entered the Tiangong space station and met with another astronaut trio on Wednesday, starting a new round of in-orbit crew handover. The Shenzhou-18 crew opened the hatch at 12:51 p.m. (Beijing Time) and greeted the new arrivals, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA). The six crew members then took group pictures for the fifth space get-together in China's aerospace history. They will live and work together for about five days to complete planned tasks and handover work, the CMSA said. The Shenzhou-18 crew is scheduled to return to the Dongfeng landing site in north China on Nov. 4. Photo by Li Jie/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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China Launches 3 Astronauts To Tiangong Space Station

China Launches 3 Astronauts To Tiangong Space Station

This image captured at Beijing Aerospace Control Center on Oct. 30, 2024 shows the crew of Shenzhou-18 and Shenzhou-19 manned spaceships hugging together. The three astronauts of China's Shenzhou-19 spaceflight mission have entered the Tiangong space station and met with another astronaut trio on Wednesday, starting a new round of in-orbit crew handover. The Shenzhou-18 crew opened the hatch at 12:51 p.m. (Beijing Time) and greeted the new arrivals, according to the China Manned Space Agency (CMSA). The six crew members then took group pictures for the fifth space get-together in China's aerospace history. They will live and work together for about five days to complete planned tasks and handover work, the CMSA said. The Shenzhou-18 crew is scheduled to return to the Dongfeng landing site in north China on Nov. 4. Photo by Han Qiyang/Xinhua/ABACAPRESS.COM

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(EyesOnSci) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-18-AQUATIC ECOSYSTEM (CN)

(EyesOnSci) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-18-AQUATIC ECOSYSTEM (CN)

(240426) -- JIUQUAN, April 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Staff members transfer the integrated aquatic ecosystem sample for the Shenzhou-18 spaceflight mission at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, April 25, 2024. The three taikonauts aboard China's Shenzhou-18 spaceship have entered the country's space station and met with another taikonaut trio on Friday, starting a new round of in-orbit crew handover. A unique task for the taikonauts of Shenzhou-18 is to create an "aquarium" and raise fish in zero gravity. They will create a simplified version of an aquatic ecosystem using zebrafish and algae to study how the space environment affects their growth and system balance. (Xinhua/Jin Liwang)

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(EyesOnSci) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-18-AQUATIC ECOSYSTEM (CN)

(EyesOnSci) CHINA-JIUQUAN-SHENZHOU-18-AQUATIC ECOSYSTEM (CN)

(240426) -- JIUQUAN, April 26, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Staff members pose for a group photo with the integrated aquatic ecosystem sample for the Shenzhou-18 spaceflight mission at Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, April 25, 2024. The three taikonauts aboard China's Shenzhou-18 spaceship have entered the country's space station and met with another taikonaut trio on Friday, starting a new round of in-orbit crew handover. A unique task for the taikonauts of Shenzhou-18 is to create an "aquarium" and raise fish in zero gravity. They will create a simplified version of an aquatic ecosystem using zebrafish and algae to study how the space environment affects their growth and system balance. (Xinhua/Jin Liwang)

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XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

XINHUA PHOTOS OF THE DAY

(240425) -- BEIJING, April 25, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Ye Guangfu (C), Li Cong (R) and Li Guangsu, the three Chinese astronauts for the upcoming Shenzhou-18 spaceflight mission, meet the press at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, April 24, 2024. (Photo by Wang Jiangbo/Xinhua)

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China to launch Shenzhou-18 crewed spaceship

STORY: China to launch Shenzhou-18 crewed spaceship SHOOTING TIME: April 24, 2024 DATELINE: April 24, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:56 LOCATION: JIUQUAN, China CATEGORY: TECHNOLOGY SHOTLIST: 1. various of the spaceship preparing new mission 2. various of the press meeting 3. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): YE GUANGFU, Commander of Shenzhou-18 crew 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (Chinese): LI CONG, Shenzhou-18 crew member 5. SOUNDBITE 3 (Chinese): LI GUANGSU, Shenzhou-18 crew member STORYLINE: The Shenzhou-18 crewed spaceship is scheduled to be launched at 8:59 p.m. Thursday (Beijing Time) from Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China. The spaceship will carry three astronauts, Ye Guangfu, Li Cong and Li Guangsu to carry out the Shenzhou-18 spaceflight mission. The crew will stay in orbit for about six months. Ye, the commander of the mission, also participated in the country's Shenzhou-13 crewed space mission. SOUNDBITE 1 (Chinese): YE GUANGFU, Commander of Shenzhou-18 crew "There are similarities and differences in my feeling

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(EyesonSci)CHINA-SHENZHOU-18-ASTRONAUTS-MEETING THE PRESS (CN)

(EyesonSci)CHINA-SHENZHOU-18-ASTRONAUTS-MEETING THE PRESS (CN)

(240424) -- JIUQUAN, April 24, 2024 (Xinhua) -- Ye Guangfu (C), Li Cong (R) and Li Guangsu, the three Chinese astronauts for the upcoming Shenzhou-18 spaceflight mission, meet the press at the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China, April 24, 2024. (Photo by Wang Jiangbo/Xinhua)

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