Marooned no more! Stranded Chinese astronauts finally have a way home following launch of unmanned 'lifeboat'

Males of two species of pheasants, including the golden pheasant found in Shaanxi, China, appear to sacrifice their ability to detect predators in exchange for greater attractiveness. This trade-off raises questions about the evolutionary strategies of these birds.

China's uncrewed Shenzhou 22 spacecraft successfully arrived at the Tiangong space station on November 25, 2025, providing a safe return option for the three astronauts currently stationed there. This mission underscores China's commitment to its space program and the safety of its astronauts in orbit.

The COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, concluded with China showcasing panda-themed tote bags but failing to announce any new commitments to combat climate change, reflecting a lack of leadership in the absence of the United States. The summit's final agreement did not address the urgent need to phase out fossil fuels, a decision criticized by many as a setback for global climate action.

China successfully launched the uncrewed Shenzhou 22 spacecraft on November 25, 2025, to facilitate the return of three astronauts currently stationed on the Tiangong space station. This mission underscores China's ongoing commitment to its space program and the safety of its astronauts in orbit.

The U.S. Congress has expressed concerns regarding China's growing influence in space, particularly with the advancements of its Tiangong space station. In response, new legislation is being proposed to establish a research institute in the United States to maintain competitive research capabilities following the retirement of the International Space Station (ISS) in 2030.

The Shenzhou-22 spacecraft is scheduled to launch on November 25 to conduct a rescue mission for stranded astronauts. This initiative highlights China's commitment to its space program and the safety of its astronauts in orbit.

China is set to launch the Shenzhou 22 spacecraft on November 25 to assist stranded astronauts aboard the Tiangong space station, marking a significant step in its ongoing space missions. The empty spacecraft will provide a safe return option for the astronauts currently in orbit. Live coverage of the launch will be available for viewers worldwide.