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Butch Wilmore and Sunita Williams left Earth for an eight day mission in June.

Two astronauts who are stuck on the international space station may not be able to return to Earth until next year.

NASA and Boeing have tried to bring the astronauts home three times on the Starliner capsule, but some NASA staff have concerns over its safety.

The US space agency is considering whether to send the two back on a craft belonging to SpaceX - Elon Musk's company.

The former Science, Climate Change, and Science Communicator in Laois, Dr. Niamh Shaw says there are a number of options open to NASA:

Acting Media Minister Promises Enforcement Of Reforms At State Broadcaster

Enterprise Minister and Longford-Westmeath Peter Burke says he'll oversee the changes while taking temporary charge of the portfolio.
Trade Union Movement "Too Quiet For Far Too Long" - Forsa Rep

Tullamore is set to host the public sector rally next week for the Midlands region during a second strike.
Man Dies In Workplace Accident

It took place at Netwatch Cullen Park in Carlow at half past 10 this morning.
Fleadh Cheoil Needs More Recognition - Westmeath Councillor

Councillor Denis Leonard believes the origins of the Fleadh Cheoil deserve the same recognition.
Midlands Animal Rescue Charity Store Closed After Break-In

My Lovely Vintage and My Lovely Hoofs & Boots Shop in Edenderry was broken into on Tuesday.
Laois Literary And Music Festival Kicking Off Today

The Leaves Festival of Writing and Music runs across Laois until Saturday.
Westmeath Councillor Questions Location For Possible Fleadh Cheoil Plaque

Councillor Denis Leonard feels Market Square is a more suitable location for the plaque.
Niall Horan Fans Urged To Plan Ahead Of Dublin Gigs

The Mullingar musicians Dublin gigs face major traffic disruption.

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