Get ready for some out-of-this-world action! 🧑‍🚀 NASA is kicking off 2026 with two thrilling U.S. spacewalks at the International Space Station.

On January 8, veteran astronaut Mike Fincke (tying the record for most NASA spacewalks at 10) and rookie Zena Cardman will venture outside to prep a power channel for new roll-out solar arrays—boosting the ISS's energy for research and its eventual safe deorbit.

Then, on January 15, another pair of NASA astronauts will handle maintenance tasks like swapping a high-def camera, adding a navigational aid, and relocating equipment hoses.

These are the first spacewalks of Expedition 74 and the 278th/279th overall for station upkeep. Tune in live on NASA+ or YouTube—coverage starts early both days for about 6.5 hours of cosmic repairs!

Link to article: https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/nasa-to-cover-us-spacewalks-94-95-at-international-space-station/