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US-Russian crew blast off for 8-month stint on the International Space Station
By Vladimir Isachenkov, Associated Press at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 14, 2026
· 2 min read
A U.S.-Russian space crew blasted off successfully Tuesday on a mission to the International Space Station.NASA astronaut Anil Menon and Russian crewmates Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina lifted off from the Russia-leased Baikonur cosmodrome in Kazakhstan aboard the Roscosmos Soyuz MS-29 for an eight...
Key takeaway NASA astronaut Anil Menon and Russian crewmates Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina lifted off from the Russia-leased Baikonur cosmodrome in Kazakhstan aboard the Roscosmos Soyuz MS-29 for an eight-month stint on the orbiting outpost.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
For residents of Piney Point Village , the successful launch of a U.S.-Russian space crew to the International Space Station is a reminder of the significant role the Houston area plays in the nation's space program. As home to NASA's Johnson Space Center, the region has a long history of contributing to the success of international space missions. The fact that NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman attended the launch in Kazakhstan highlights the importance of cooperation between the US and Russia in space exploration, despite ongoing tensions. This cooperation has a direct impact on the local economy, with many residents of Piney Point Village and surrounding areas employed in the space industry. As the crew begins its eight-month stint on the International Space Station, locals can take pride in knowing that their community is playing a vital role in advancing our understanding of space and promoting international collaboration.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A U.S.-Russian space crew blasted off successfully Tuesday on a mission to the International Space Station.NASA astronaut Anil Menon and Russian crewmates Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina lifted off from the Russia-leased Baikonur cosmodrome in Kazakhstan aboard the Roscosmos Soyuz MS-29 for an eight...
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