NASA Astronaut Who Spent 9 Months Stuck in Space Dramatically Retires

Suni Williams, a NASA astronaut who famously spent nine months stuck in space, has dramatically retired, less than one year after returning to solid ground. Williams and fellow astronaut Butch Wilmore returned to earth on March 19, 2025 aboard a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule that splashed down off the coast of Florida. The pair had left earth in June 2024, planning to undertake an 8-day test flight of the new Boeing Starliner capsule to the International Space Station (ISS). However, after the Starliner capsule developed numerous technical issues during the flight, the astronauts were forced to wait until the next crew rotation to return to earth. In total, the pair spent 286 days in space. In total, Williams spent 27 years in service, completing three missions aboard the ISS. However, the unexpectedly long visit to space appeared to take its toll on the 60–year–old. As the days rolled by, health experts and NASA insiders began to raise concerns that Williams was rapidly losing weight. Photos showed her looking gaunt upon returning to earth, although she maintained that she didn't actually lose any weight. Williams' retirement comes just months after Wilmore, announced his own retirement.

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Why We Can't Move Polar Bears to Antarctica

Polar bears are the planet’s biggest land-based carnivores, although they actually spend most of their lives around water and ice. They’re at particular risk from global warming, which is melting the Arctic sea ice they depend on. Although relocating them to Antarctica sounds like an easy solution, the risks of relocation far outweigh the benefits. The main reason is because they would decimate native penguin and seal populations. Antarctic penguins and seals haven't evolved to fear large land predators, so polar bears could easily hunt them to near extinction, destroying their own long-term food source. In addition, polar bears would introduce devastating diseases to Antarctica, or vice versa, potentially wiping out both polar bears and native wildlife. Geography also comes into play. The Arctic is an ocean covered by ice, whereas Antarctica is a massive continent. Polar bears need sea ice to hunt seals near water, but the vast Antarctic interior offers little. Finally, there are legal and ethical barriers. Introducing a new species to Antarctica would violate international treaties and require unanimous consent from many nations, making approval highly unlikely. The only effective solution is to protect the polar bears' native Arctic habitat by combating climate change and preserving their sea ice environment, rather than attempting risky relocations.

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Lululemon Pauses Sales of Leggings After Customers Complain About See-Through Fabric

Lululemon has halted online sales of a new leggings line in the U.S. after customers complained about the fabric being see-through. The athletic apparel company said Wednesday in a statement that it temporarily "paused sales online to better understand some initial guest feedback and support with product education.” The retailers' “Get Low” collection is designed to support wearers as they train and features seamless technology to provide a sculpted look and feel in a weightless, fast-drying fabric. Users on social media voiced their opinions, including one shopper who said the leggings were “absolutely see-through when you squat or bend over, regardless of the color.” Another said, “Tried them yesterday. Total fail on the design. There’s no compression!” Lululemon advised customers to return the leggings to any store and trade them for a different legging, even if they’ve been worn. While Lululemon is known for putting "athleisure" clothing on the map, it has struggled in recent years to compete against rivals, particularly in the U.S. Over the last 12 months, Lululemon’s stock has fallen nearly 50%, and it’s likely the latest faux pas will only make matters worse.

 

 

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True Crime Restaurant Serves Serial Killers' Last Meals

If you’re in the mood for some killer food, you’re in luck. The nation’s very first true crime-themed restaurant gives customers the option of ordering the final meals of some of history’s most reviled criminals. At The Last Meal in Galion, Ohio, foodies with a penchant for true crime can order the same final meals devoured by serial killers John Wayne Gacy (chicken wings, strawberries, fried shrimp and French fries), Ted Bundy (Parmesan steak loaded steak fries), and Aileen Wuornos (cup of black coffee and a cheeseburger) before they were put to death for their crimes. Order the Caryl Chessman, named after the kidnapper, robber, and serial rapist, and you’ll get a toasted ham and cheese sandwich and a bottle of Coca-Cola. Ask for the Timothy McVeigh, and you’ll enjoy what was the homegrown terrorist’s last meal: two pints of mint chocolate chip ice cream. The Ohio eatery’s menu also boasts a host of bloody good signature cocktails, including the Helter Seltzer, which was inspired by Charles Manson’s crimes or the Black Dahlia, which is lime, pomegranate, blackberry juice, tonic water and lavender syrup.

 

 

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