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Tropical Storm Arthur's Threat Seen From Space (Photo)
By Denise Chow published
Tropical Storm Arthur appears menacing as it bears down on the coast of Florida, in this photo captured today (July 2) by astronauts aboard the International Space Station.

The Truth About Neil Armstrong (Op-Ed)
By James Hansen published
Neil Armstrong was more than a hero — he was a down-to-earth, deeply complex, brilliant, three-dimensional human being.
Space Medicines for Astronauts Don't Have the Right Stuff
By Rachael Rettner published
Medications used to treat astronauts in zero gravity might not work as well as they do on Earth.
Spaceflight May Compromise Immune System, Study Finds
By Rachael Rettner published
A long journey in space may actually compromise the immune system and make astronauts more susceptible disease.

Long Space Missions Can Give Astronauts Blurry Vision, Study Finds
By Space.com Staff published
Some astronauts reported blurred vision that lasted months after their return to Earth.

NASA Moon Probe Sheds Light on Space Radiation Risks
By Charles Q. Choi published
New findings from a NASA moon probe could lead to safer, more efficient spacecraft.

Obama Seeks $17.7 Billion for NASA to Lasso Asteroid, Explore Space
By Tariq Malik published
NASA's 2014 budget request includes $105 million to kick-start the agency's asteroid capture mission.
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