Launching humans into space is an inherently risky practice. To prepare astronauts for the microgravity environment of space, ...

Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams — launched to the International Space Station on Friday night, paving the way for the pair’s return after nine long months. Wilmore and Williams need SpaceX to get this ...

However, NASA learned the spacecraft had experienced multiple helium leaks and propulsion system issues so it returned empty in New Mexico last September. Following months of planning, ...