Astronauts3 days agoThe space race to create gym equipment for future astronautsScientists are attempting to build exercise equipment to be used on future space flights.3 days ago13 May 2026Canada's Mark Carney speaks with Artemis II crew on EarthThe prime minister met Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen and other crew members in Ottawa. 13 May 202612 Apr 2026Trying the physical tests Artemis crew face back on EarthThe BBC's Science editor tries the health checks Nasa carries out on its astronauts.12 Apr 20269 Apr 2026Artemis II is 'inspiring' a whole generationSusan Charlesworth trains astronauts for space and says Nasa's mission will impact millions.9 Apr 202615 Jan 2026What happens in space during a medical emergency?BBC science correspondent Pallab Ghosh explains what happens if an astronaut gets ill in space.15 Jan 202615 Jan 2026Watch: Astronauts return to Earth after medical evacuationFour astronauts who left the International Space Station (ISS) a month early due to one of the crew members falling ill have returned to Earth on Thursday.15 Jan 202614 Jan 2026Watch: Moment Nasa astronauts undock from space stationA medical issue prompted the first-ever emergency return from the International Space Station, which was put into Earth's orbit in 1998.14 Jan 202613 Jan 2026Watch: ISS crew exchanges key in change of command ceremonyFour crew members are scheduled to depart earlier than scheduled later this week after a medical issue involving an unidentified crew member.13 Jan 20268 Jan 2026Astronaut's 'serious medical condition' forces Nasa to end space station mission earlyIt is the first time in Nasa's over-65 year history that a mission will return early due to a health issue. 8 Jan 2026...
