ISS astronaut medical evacuation latest news: New commander to take charge soon - Space
Google News • 1/11/2026 • Last cited 1/11/2026
Summary
NASA has announced an early return for Crew-11 from the International Space Station on January 15 due to a medical issue affecting one of the astronauts, as reported by NBC News. An expert described the situation as an "unprecedented" decision to evacuate astronauts from orbit, according to Fox News.
Lindy Score Breakdown
25
Age (0-35)
4 days
8
Velocity (0-40)
2 sources (low traction)
6
Tier (0-10)
Google News
3
Breadth (0-15)
2 unique
Total Score42/100
Score BreakdownRisk 35
Source Reputation: Low-trust source (6/20 pts)
Consensus: Emerging consensus: 2 sources
Age: 4 days - proven survivor
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