Here is the reformatted article: Until recently, NASA astronauts Zena Cardman and Stephanie Wilson were assigned to SpaceX's Crew-9 mission. However, their seats had to be reassigned in August to bring home two other NASA astronauts currently living on the International Space Station (ISS). The Spa
Sometimes, you have to start from scratch to make something amazing. Sometimes, you already have most of the ingredients, but you have to do some improvising to make the thing sing. Until today, TechCrunch was in the latter camp. Top reporters who know how to get to the bottom of a story? Check. Mus
Greetings from the Orbiting HQ! As you can see, we've refreshed the site design. We hope you'll come to love it. Ars Technica is a little more than 26 years old, yet this is only our ninth site relaunch (number eight was rolled out way back in 2016!). We think the Ars experience gets better with eac
Tim Walz, the governor of Minnesota, is known for his friendly demeanor and ability to connect with voters. So, it came as a surprise when he stumbled during the vice-presidential debate, showing that he might not be as ready for the spotlight as expected. When asked about a statement he made about
So, you know how sometimes your favorite ice cream shop changes its flavors? Well, Disney is doing something similar. They're shaking things up to save some cash. ABC Signature has joined forces with 20th Television, meaning one studio will handle all the scripted stuff for both ABC and Hulu. And wh
A big storm is causing major changes to the election campaigns in two important states. Hurricane Helene has been causing trouble in Georgia and North Carolina, and it's affecting how politicians are planning their visits. Vice President Kamala Harris is adjusting her schedule to visit these areas a
The recent escalation in violence between Israel and Hezbollah has left the region in a state of unease. The Israeli government has been carrying out airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, while Hezbollah has been firing rockets into Israel. The conflict has resulted in the deaths of hundreds o
The Pixel 9a is shaking things up in the world of smartphone design. New renders of the device have leaked, showcasing a flat camera module that ditches the iconic camera bar that's become synonymous with Google's recent smartphones. Gone are the days of the distinctive visor that sets apart Google'
In 2023, Motorola introduced the ThinkPhone, a device that caught everyone's attention with its retro design and impressive specs. Although it didn't revolutionize the smartphone world, it marked the beginning of Motorola's foray into the business phone market. Now, the company is back with the Thin
The campaign finance landscape in Denver has taken a dramatic turn as two ballot initiatives seeking to ban slaughterhouses and new fur products from the city face allegations of finance irregularities. At the heart of the controversy lies Pro-Animal Future, the animal rights organization behind the
