New CST-100 will shuttle NASA astronauts up to the ISS

Dinosaurs, hamsters, and a brother's famous bottom

The machine was designed to promote a Unicef campaign raising awareness over lack of access to clean water

Astronauts Chris Cassidy and Luca Parmitano will be carrying out routine maintenance on the ISS

A Chinese space capsule with three astronauts has landed safely on the country’s northern grasslands after a 15-day trip to a prototype space station, marking the latest success for China’s manned space programme as it enters its second decade.

China's fifth manned space mission is its longest

American astronaut Ron Garan returned from his time on the International Space Station in a Russian capsule - and new faith in the power of global collaboration

'But what’s the point?' Paxman asks Peake. 'You’re just drifting around, aren’t you?'

'Yes, I do play the guitar, but very badly. And I wouldn't inflict my singing on anybody'

Former test pilot will live and work on ISS for six months

I see a Union Jack on his overalls. Surely some mistake?

Hadfield rocks a triumphant returns to Earth to the sound of a classic Bowie tune

The 51-year-old appears to be canvassing support to be Labour's mayoral candidate rather than performing a stand-up routine

Russian President unveils ambitious plans at new launchpad site, including manned flight to Mars