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  "id": 14259311,
  "title": "Astronaut says it’s important there’s a Canadian at the International Space Station",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/astronaut-says-its-important-theres-a-canadian-at-the-international",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-10-13T18:04:12.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/arts-and-life/life/sci-tech/2026/10/13/astronaut-says-its-important-theres-a-canadian-at-the-international-space-station"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk emphasizes the importance of his presence on the International Space Station, highlighting Canada's ability to contribute to the forefront of space exploration. As a 44-year-old who has been on a six-month mission, Kutryk is currently conducting experiments and research, as well as participating in critical maintenance work. During a recent news conference, he shared his experiences, expressing that he is having an incredible time and finding the whole experience life-changing. Kutryk also stressed that his mission is a demonstration of Canada's enduring commitment to space exploration. He launched into space on October 1 as part of NASA Crew 13, completing the journey to the space station in just under eight hours, setting a record for the fastest flight ever to reach the space station.",
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    "Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk emphasizes his importance on the ISS",
    "44-year-old Kutryk on six-month mission conducting experiments",
    "Mission demonstrates Canada's commitment to space exploration"
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Space.com",
        "title": "Astronaut captures mesmerizing auroras with iPhone from ISS | Space photo of the day for Oct. 13, 2026",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/astronaut-captures-mesmerizing-auroras-with-iphone-from-iss-space",
        "published": "2026-10-13T14:00:00.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "CBC News",
        "title": "Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk answers questions from International Space Station",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/canadian-astronaut-joshua-kutryk-answers-questions-from-international",
        "published": "2026-10-13T15:00:00.000Z"
      }
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}