Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 08:48am on 19 Mar 2025,Wednesday Science
NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore returned to Earth after 286 days on the ISS, facing health challenges from prolonged microgravity exposure. Their return aboard SpaceX Crew Dragon was delayed due to technical issues, extending their mission far beyond the planned 3 weeks. NASA controversially credited Donald Trump for expediting their return, stating it was achieved under his “direction.” The astronauts, including Nick Hague and Aleksandr Gorbunov, were helped onto stretchers after splashdown near Tallahassee. They now undergo medical assessments in Houston, addressing bone loss, muscle weakening, and cardiovascular issues linked to long-term space travel.
