NASA's Crew-8 astronauts return to Earth after a groundbreaking seven-month mission aboard the International Space Station. Their work on in-space manufacturing and biosensors could revolutionize healthcare. Plus, SpaceX sets a record with 73 launches in a year, and Planet Labs advocates for peace in space amid rising tensions. Join us as we explore the future of space exploration and its impact on life on Earth.

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https://spacecoastdaily.com/2024/10/nasa-crew-8-astronauts-return-to-earth-following-seven-month-science-expedition-on-space-station/

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Outline:

(00:00:00) Introduction

(00:00:44) NASA Crew-8 Astronauts Return to Earth Following Seven-Month Science Expedition on Space Station

(00:03:26) SpaceX Starlink mission sets new Space Coast record of 73 rocket launches in a single year

(00:06:26) Planet Helps Prevent Superpower Space War I, Charts Russian War Moves

(00:09:19) Von Braun symposium to showcase space exploration's future as NASA, industry leaders gather in Huntsville