International Space Station Celebrates 25 Years in Space

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The International Space Station has had people living there for 25 years. This is a long time without anyone leaving the orbiting home.

The first three astronauts arrived on November 2, 2000. They made the station a functional and friendly place to live.

Around 290 people from 26 countries have visited the station. Space helps countries work together, even if relations are difficult.

Life on the space station has improved much since the beginning. It is now a big place with many comforts and great views.

The space station will finish its mission in early 2031. New private companies will build their own space stations after this.

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How long have people been living on the International Space Station?

People have been living there for 25 years.

When did the first three astronauts arrive at the space station?

The first three astronauts arrived on November 2, 2000.

When will the space station finish its mission?

The space station will finish its mission in early 2031.

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