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Bill Nye, the 'Science Guy,' led a protest on Capitol Hill against proposed NASA budget cuts by the Trump administration. These significant reductions threaten ongoing missions like the Perseverance rover and the Artemis program. Nye argued that NASA's investment yields substantial economic and technological returns, supports thousands of jobs, and is vital for US global leadership in space.

The Soyuz 11 mission tragically ended with the deaths of three cosmonauts due to a rapid depressurization during re-entry. A faulty valve opened, venting the capsule's air into space. This disaster led to crucial safety upgrades, including mandatory pressure suits for all future missions.