On June 5, 2024, NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore launched to the International Space Station, but their mission hit an unexpected snag due to helium leaks and propulsion issues. What was meant to be an 8-day trip extended into an 8-month stay. Both seasoned military veterans and astronauts, they are accustomed to adapting to challenges. Now part of the space station team, they’re conducting maintenance and scientific experiments, including studying how plants grow in space. Crew-9, a SpaceX mission, will bring them back to Earth in February 2025, and they're even voting from space during their extended mission! --- NewsDepth, a weekly interactive television program produced by Ideastream Public Media, breaks down the biggest news stories into teachable lessons for 4th to 6th-grade students. The show provides cross-curricular and real-world learning opportunities that spark great class discussions. Beyond covering current events, NewsDepth features special segments on Ohio history, science, civics, and art that align with Ohio learning standards. NewsDepth is in its 55th season and has become a trusted and loved free resource for hundreds of teachers across Ohio. The show has also been recognized by industry professionals, having received multiple regional Emmy awards and two gold seals from the Parents’ Choice Awards. Full half-hour episodes of NewsDepth are broadcast on multiple PBS stations across Ohio and are available 24/7 on https://www.ideastream.org/newsdepth. © 2024 Ideastream Public Media. All rights reserved. Select footage used under license from CNN Newsource. Photos used under license from Shutterstock.com. Music used under license from Killertracks.com