NASA shutdown: What happens to ISS operations now? (1386 hits)
This image provided by NASA shows Northrop Grumman's newly arrived cargo capsule at the International Space Station on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025.
Synopsis A US government shutdown has grounded NASA, furloughing thousands of employees. While essential ISS operations and astronaut safety are maintained by a core team, crucial research, new mission development, and public updates are on hold. This recurring political gridlock highlights the vulnerability of scientific progress to funding uncertainties and impacts global collaborations.
Architect: Trending Desk, ET Online Oct 07, 2025
The US government has been shut for the past six days, with both Republicans and Democrats refusing to compromise on a budget deal. According to media reports, the shutdown could last
