Nasa astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore, stuck in space, addressed a press conference Friday, expressing gratitude for their extended stay at the International Space Station and emphasizing the importance of the work to be done. They reassured the public that they never felt compromised as the Starliner that brought them there safely returned to Earth. Addressing concerns over bone density and muscle mass loss, they remained focused on their mission and committed to following guidelines to mitigate these effects.
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In the South China Sea, Indonesia tests the limits of non-alignment
Indonesia is navigating a delicate balance between strengthening ties with Beijing and maintaining its non-aligned stance, as evidenced by increased military cooperation with China while emphasizing independence. High-level meetings between Chinese and Indonesian defence officials led to promises of deeper collaboration, despite Jakarta's recent rejection of China's claims in the South China Sea. Experts caution that such agreements could create confusion and stress the importance of avoiding disputed areas to prevent ambiguity. Full Article
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