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MNN US · February 16, 2026 · 1 min read

SpaceX Dragon docks crew at International Space Station

What happened: A SpaceX Dragon spacecraft carrying a crew successfully docked at the International Space Station after launching from Cape Canaveral atop a Falcon 9 rocket.

Why it matters:

  • Continues vital scientific research and international cooperation aboard the ISS.
  • Supports ongoing space exploration efforts and technology development.

MNN Take: This mission highlights the growing role of commercial space companies in transporting astronauts to orbit, ensuring sustained human presence in space.

Sources: BBC US & Canada