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NASA's 'Stuck Astronauts' Celebrate Six-Month Milestone in Space

NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams reach the six-month mark of their extended mission aboard the ISS, facing challenges and returning home soon.

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Updated: Dec 5th, 2024, 2:58 PM ET

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NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, known as the 'stuck astronauts,' celebrated six months in space amidst technical issues that extended their mission. Initially launched on June 5 for a weeklong test aboard Boeing's Starliner, thruster malfunctions and helium leaks warranted their prolonged stay. With two months left before returning to Earth in February 2025, the astronauts have adapted well, contributing to the ISS and helping in Boeing's investigation. Despite personal sacrifices, both maintain positivity about their experiences in space.

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