9 festive ISS holiday celebrations through the years

NASA has initiated a medical evacuation for four astronauts from the International Space Station (ISS) due to an undisclosed medical issue affecting one crew member. This evacuation occurs approximately one month earlier than planned, highlighting the challenges of maintaining crew health in space. The astronauts involved include Mike Fincke, Zena Cardman, Oleg Platonov, and Kimiya Yui, who were seen in their Crew Dragon pressure suits on January 9.

Recent research has revealed that the scrapes and rubs left by deer shine under ultraviolet (UV) light, which is invisible to the human eye. This discovery highlights a unique aspect of deer behavior and communication that was previously unknown.

Recent studies of Iron Age teeth from ancient Italians have unveiled significant insights into their childhood nutritional stress, shedding light on their daily lives and health challenges. These findings contribute to a deeper understanding of the dietary practices and living conditions of this historical population.

NASA's X-ray instrument has discovered that black holes behave like 'cosmic seesaws,' influencing the dynamics of their accretion flows in a manner described as an energetic tug-of-war. This finding sheds light on the complex interactions occurring within black holes and their surroundings.

Over 11 years, citizen scientists have collected billions of data signals for the SETI@home project, leading to the review of 100 mystery sounds for potential signs of extraterrestrial life. This initiative represents a significant effort in the search for intelligent life beyond Earth.

NASA, in collaboration with the Department of Energy, has announced plans to construct a nuclear fission reactor on the Moon by 2030, marking a significant step in lunar exploration and energy sustainability. This initiative aims to support future missions and establish a permanent human presence on the lunar surface.

Scientists have successfully extracted DNA from a 14,000-year-old woolly rhinoceros found in the stomach of a mummified wolf pup, shedding light on the extinction of this prehistoric species. The discovery was made in Siberia, where the remains of the wolf pup, believed to have lived around 14,400 years ago, were analyzed. This significant finding provides new insights into the diet and ecological interactions of these ancient animals.

NASA is returning four astronauts from the International Space Station (ISS) earlier than planned due to a medical concern affecting one of the Crew-11 astronauts. This decision marks the first-ever medical evacuation from the ISS, highlighting the agency's commitment to crew safety. The astronauts are expected to return to Earth soon, following the agency's protocols for such emergencies.