NASA Explains Christmas Festivities of Stranded ISS Astronauts

Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, stuck on the ISS due to spacecraft delays, celebrate the holidays with decorations and festive meals sent via a November resupply mission.

NASA astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, initially on an eight-day mission in June, remain on the ISS as their return has been delayed until March 2025 due to issues with the Boeing Starliner spacecraft.
Social media users speculated about the presence of Christmas decorations on the station, leading to conspiracy theories, which NASA debunked with an explanation of routine resupply missions.
A SpaceX cargo delivery in November included holiday items such as Santa hats, a Christmas tree, and festive meals, alongside regular supplies and scientific equipment.
The astronauts shared a holiday video, expressing gratitude to ground teams and emphasizing camaraderie with their 'family' of seven aboard the ISS.
Despite the extended mission, Williams and Wilmore assured the public of their well-being, maintaining fitness routines and a positive outlook while celebrating both Thanksgiving and Christmas in space.

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