Peggy Whitson eyes return to orbit

Retired NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson has spent more time in space than any American in history. Now she's planning a trip back, this time through a commercial flight. Mark Strassmann has the story.

• May 27, 2021
• 3:24

How space affected astronaut's DNA

American astronaut Scott Kelly's yearlong mission in space has shed new light on how human DNA is affected by extended time in orbit. Franklin Institute chief astronomer Derrick Pitts joins CBSN with more on what this means for future space travel.

• Mar 16, 2018
• 7:34

Space station crew lands

Two American astronauts and one Russian cosmonaut safely returned to Earth after spending nearly half a year aboard the International Space Station. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood spoke to CBSN as the crew parachuted down to land.

• Feb 27, 2018
• 9:57

Astronaut John Young dead

Legendary astronaut John Young has died at 87, ending one of the most storied careers in space history.

• Jan 6, 2018
• 1:02

Scott Kelly's year in space

In 2015 veteran NASA astronaut Scott Kelly embarked on a historic mission, blasting into orbit to begin his record-setting, 340-day mission to help study the effects of long-term space flight on the human body. Kelly worked on more than 400 scientific studies and conducted three spacewalks before returning to Earth in March 2016. His new book, "Endurance: A Year in Space, A Lifetime of Discovery," reflects on his time with NASA and his year in orbit.

• Oct 16, 2017
• 6:07

Scott Kelly talks to Face the Nation

NASA astronaut Scott Kelly talks with Face the Nation moderator John Dickerson from the International Space Station in 2015.

• Oct 11, 2017
• 4:51

A rare sight in the sky

For a brief moment today, day turned to night as a total solar eclipse made its way across the country. NASA astronaut Scott Kelly joins CBSN's Stephanie Sy to discuss the stunning phenomenon.

• Aug 21, 2017
• 3:40

NASA flightsuits found

Two students nabbed an out-of-this-world bargain find, buying authentic NASA astronaut flightsuits for pennies at a local thrift shop.

• Aug 16, 2017
• 1:43

Planetary protection

NASA is planning to hire a planetary protection officer to protect the Earth -- and other planets -- from accidental contamination during space missions. CBSN's Dana Jacobson has more on NASA's plans.

• Aug 3, 2017
• 0:25

NASA mission control

Gene Kranz, now 83, was in charge when an explosion aboard Apollo 13 nearly cost the lives of three astronauts. Since then, Apollo's mission control has decayed from neglect, but Kranz is making its restoration his final mission. Mark Strassmann has the story.

• Aug 1, 2017
• 2:25

Crew Dragon capsule comes home in rare pre-dawn splashdown

The Crew Dragon's return closes out a record four-flight campaign to replace the space station's seven-member crew.

• May 3, 2021

Giffords, Kelly react

Former Arizona Rep. Gabby Giffords was nearly killed in 2011, shot in the head at an event in her district. Her husband, Mark Kelly, a retired astronaut, spoke to Scott Pelley about Wednesday's shooting.

• Jun 14, 2017
• 2:39

NASA astronaut Leland Melvin

Space Shuttle Atlantis set off to space in 2008. The crew included NASA astronaut Leland Melvin, who was drafted by the Detroit Lions in 1986. Melvin joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss his new book, "Chasing Space: An Astronaut's Story of Grit, Grace, and Second Chances."

• May 25, 2017
• 4:26

Earth at night

For the very first time since 2012, NASA posts the clearest views of human settlement across the world. Former astronaut Mike Massimino joins CBSN to give us a look.

• Apr 13, 2017
• 2:29

Astronauts describe "pure acceleration" of SpaceX launch

The fresh crew is settling in aboard space station while another prepares for weekend return to Earth.

• Apr 29, 2021

Apollo 11 astronaut Michael Collins has died at 90

Michael Collins, who stayed aboard the Apollo 11 while his colleagues walked on the moon, died Wednesday after a battle with cancer. He was 90.

• Apr 28, 2021
• 0:30

Apollo 11 astronaut Michael Collins has died

NASA astronaut Michael Collins, who flew to the moon on the historic Apollo 11 mission with Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin, has died at the age of 90. CBS News' Peter King reports on CBSN's "Red & Blue."

• Apr 28, 2021
• 2:14

NASA discovers exoplanets

NASA has announced the discovery of seven exoplanets orbiting a dwarf star almost 40 light-years away. Former astronaut Mike Massimino spoke to CBSN about why this discovery is so significant.

• Feb 22, 2017
• 6:39

Astronaut dies

Astronaut Gene Cernan, the last man to walk on the dusty surface of the moon, has died at 82. He was one of only a few astronauts to go twice to the moon.

• Jan 16, 2017
• 0:38

Remembering John Glenn

John Glenn's life and career changed space exploration for decades to come. Glenn was the last member of the original Mercury astronauts and the first American to orbit the Earth. NASA Administrator Charles Bolden joins CBSN with more on the legacy of an American hero.

• Dec 9, 2016
• 7:17

Remembering John Glenn

John Glenn, the last of the original Mercury astronauts and the first American to orbit the earth, died Thursday. Glenn also fought in two wars and served four terms in the United States Senate. Charlie Rose looks back at Glenn's remarkable life.

• Dec 9, 2016
• 3:29

Remembering John Glenn

John Glenn, the legendary American astronaut, died at 95. He was the first American to orbit the Earth, and the oldest person ever to go into space. Former NASA astronaut Scott Parazynski joins CBSN to discuss his former crewmate.

• Dec 8, 2016
• 3:53

Remembering John Glenn

John Glenn was a pioneer early in the space race when he became the first American to orbit the Earth. Glenn died Thursday at 95. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins CBSN with more on Glenn's life and historic legacy.

• Dec 8, 2016
• 16:52

Mars mini-series

Nat Geo's new miniseries "Mars" explores a fictional manned mission to the red planet in 2033. Former NASA astronaut John Grunsfeld, and the series' leading actress Jihae, joined CBSN's Josh Elliott to discuss how "Mars" blends fact and fiction.

• Nov 28, 2016
• 6:01

Oldest woman in space

A Soyuz rocket carrying new crew members to the International Space Station blasted off overnight from Kazakhstan. Peggy Whitson, a pioneering NASA astronaut on board, is now the oldest woman in space. In February, the first woman to serve as commander of the space station will celebrate her 57th birthday aboard.

• Nov 18, 2016
• 0:47

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