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Astronauts Butch and Suni return to Earth after space mission
A pod of dolphins was spotted surrounding a capsule that had touched down in the waters off the Florida coast.
Following a nine-month stint in space, NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams have landed safely back on Earth.
The astronauts' SpaceX capsule successfully re-entered the Earth's atmosphere, deploying four parachutes to slow its descent before splashing down off the coast of Florida.
As the spacecraft floated in the water, a group of dolphins was spotted swimming nearby.
After being lifted out of the water by a recovery ship, the astronauts, along with crew members Nick Hague and Aleksandr Gorbunov, emerged from the hatch, smiling and waving.
According to Steve Stich, manager of NASA's Commercial Crew Program, the astronauts are in good health, as he reported during a news conference.
This marks the end of a mission that initially was scheduled to last only eight days.
However, the mission was extended due to technical issues with the spacecraft that had taken Butch and Suni to the International Space Station.
Joel Montalbano, deputy associate administrator of NASA's Space Operations Mission Directorate, praised the successful landing, saying, "It's great to have Crew 9 back home."
Montalbano expressed gratitude to the astronauts for their adaptability and thanked SpaceX for its partnership.
The journey back to Earth took approximately 17 hours to complete.
As a standard procedure after prolonged time in a weightless environment, the astronauts were assisted onto a stretcher.
They will undergo medical checks and then be reunited with their families.
Helen Sharman, the first British astronaut, noted that the astronauts are likely looking forward to reuniting with loved ones and catching up on missed celebrations, including birthdays and holidays like Christmas.

Sharman added that the astronauts will have the opportunity to make up for lost time and be part of family gatherings they had initially planned to attend.
The journey of Butch and Suni began in June 2024, when they participated in the first crewed test flight of the Starliner spacecraft, developed by Boeing.
The Starliner spacecraft experienced technical difficulties during its journey to the space station, making it unsafe for the astronauts to return home on board.
The empty Starliner capsule returned to Earth safely in early September, but the astronauts needed an alternative means of return.
NASA arranged for the astronauts to return on a SpaceX capsule that arrived at the ISS in late September, which had two available seats.
Although this meant extending their stay in space, the astronauts made the most of their time, conducting experiments and spacewalks.
The SpaceX capsule was initially scheduled for a six-month mission, which extended the astronauts' stay until their recent return.
Butch and Suni made the most of their extended time in space, completing various experiments and spacewalks, with Suni setting a record for the most hours spent outside the space station.
During their time on the ISS, the astronauts maintained a positive attitude and made the most of their extended stay.
They even celebrated Christmas in space, dressing in festive attire and sending a holiday message, despite initially planning to spend the holiday at home.

Although the astronauts were described as "stranded," they were never without a means of return, as there were always spacecraft attached to the space station in case of an emergency.
Throughout their mission, the astronauts had access to spacecraft that could have brought them back to Earth if needed.
Now that they have returned, the astronauts will be taken to the Johnson Space Center in Houston, Texas, for medical evaluations.
Prolonged space missions can have significant effects on the body, including bone density loss, muscle atrophy, and changes in blood circulation and eyesight.
To aid in their recovery, the astronauts will be given a comprehensive exercise regimen to help their bodies readjust to Earth's gravity.
British astronaut Tim Peake noted that readjusting to life on Earth can take time, as the body must adapt to the gravitational environment.
Peake explained that, initially, the body feels relaxed in space, but it's essential to maintain an exercise routine to prepare for the return to Earth's gravity.
He emphasized that the first few days back on Earth can be challenging, as the body readjusts to the gravitational environment.
In interviews, Butch and Suni expressed their preparedness for the extended stay but also shared their eagerness to return home and experience the comforts of Earth.
Suni Williams mentioned that she was looking forward to reuniting with her family, spending time with her dogs, and enjoying the ocean, as she spoke to CBS last month.
Williams expressed her desire to feel the sensation of being on Earth again and to experience the simple pleasures of life on the planet.
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UAE Defeats Canada to Enhance Super 8s Qualification Chances
The United Arab Emirates boosted their slim chances of advancing to the T20 World Cup Super 8s, securing a narrow five-wicket victory over Canada, thanks in part to Aryansh Sharma’s unbeaten 74.
In a crucial match for the United Arab Emirates, Aryansh Sharma achieved his fifth T20 international half-century, contributing to the team's victory over Canada.
The Men's T20 World Cup, being held in Group D in Delhi, saw an intense competition between the two teams.
Canada's innings resulted in a total of 150-7 after 20 overs, with Harsh Thaker scoring 50 runs off 41 balls, while Junaid Siddique took 5 wickets for 35 runs.
The UAE team responded with a total of 154 runs in 19.4 overs, led by Aryansh Sharma's unbeaten 74 runs off 53 balls and Sohaib Khan's 51 runs off 29 balls, despite Bin Zafar taking 3 wickets for 14 runs.
The United Arab Emirates secured a five-wicket win over Canada, boosting their chances in the tournament.
Aryansh Sharma played a pivotal role in the UAE's win, scoring an unbeaten 74 runs to help his team overcome Canada's total.
With four overs remaining, Canada seemed poised to defend their total, but Sohaib Khan's aggressive batting reignited the UAE's chase, as he scored 17 runs off Dillon Heyliger's bowling.
In the final over, the UAE required eight runs to win, and Aryansh Sharma eased the pressure by hitting a six off Jaskaran Singh's first ball.
Sohaib Khan was dismissed after scoring a rapid 51 runs off 29 balls, including four sixes, leaving the scores level.
Muhammad Arfan then sealed the victory with two balls to spare, hitting a four off Jaskaran Singh, as Aryansh Sharma top-scored with 74 runs off 53 balls.
The UAE now stands third in Group D with two points, but they face an uphill task in their upcoming matches against full members South Africa and Afghanistan to advance to the next phase.
Although the UAE has never beaten a full member in any World Cup format, their performance in this match has given them some confidence.
Earlier in the match, Junaid Siddique achieved the best bowling figures by a UAE player in a T20 World Cup, taking 5 wickets for 35 runs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi.
Harsh Thaker's 41-ball half-century, which included three sixes and two fours, provided a solid foundation for Canada's total.
Thaker and Navneet Dhaliwal shared a 58-run partnership to help Canada recover from a difficult start, before Dhaliwal was run out for 34 runs.
After Thaker fell victim to Junaid Siddique's slower ball, Canada struggled to find boundaries against the UAE's tight bowling.
Shreyas Movva made a useful contribution of 21 runs off 21 balls, but Junaid Siddique took two wickets in the final over to claim his maiden five-wicket haul in T20 internationals.
In a separate match, Zimbabwe's Brilliant Muzarabani played a key role in his team's stunning win over Australia.
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In another development, Paul Stirling has been ruled out of the remainder of the T20 World Cup due to injury.
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Guardiola Advocates for Cultural Embrace to Foster a Better Society
Pep Guardiola, the manager of Manchester City, has stated that accepting diverse cultures will lead to a more harmonious society, in reaction to comments made by Sir Jim Ratcliffe regarding immigration.
As a player, Pep Guardiola earned 47 international caps for Spain, showcasing his skills on the global stage.
Manchester City's manager, Pep Guardiola, believes that embracing diverse cultures is essential for creating a more harmonious society.
Guardiola was questioned about his thoughts on comments made by Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who stated that the UK had been "colonised by immigrants", sparking a debate.
Following criticism, Ratcliffe apologised for any offence caused, while still advocating for open discussion on the issue.
Ahead of Manchester City's FA Cup fourth-round match against Salford, Guardiola shared his perspective, saying that people seek better lives and opportunities, which can be found in their birthplace or elsewhere.
According to Guardiola, one's birthplace is not a determining factor in their potential or aspirations.
Many individuals are forced to leave their homelands due to problems in their native countries, rather than a desire to abandon their roots.
Guardiola emphasized that by genuinely embracing other cultures, society as a whole can improve, a notion he has no doubts about.
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Born in Santpedor, Catalonia, Spain, Guardiola has had a diverse career, playing in Spain, Italy, Qatar, and Mexico, before transitioning to management.
As a manager, the 55-year-old has had stints in Spain, Germany, and England, taking the helm at Manchester City in 2016.
Guardiola views the issue of immigration as a global problem, stating that it is a concern that affects many countries.
He believes that immigrants are often unfairly blamed for problems in their adopted countries, highlighting the fact that one's birthplace is often a matter of circumstance.
Guardiola reiterated that people from all backgrounds strive for a better life, seeking opportunities that may be available in their birth country or elsewhere.
He stressed that factors such as skin colour or birthplace should not be barriers to achieving one's goals.
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