Auroras and Astronauts on the ISS | San Antonio News

San Antonio News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 19, 2026 · 1m

Astronauts on the ISS say the northern and southern lights are far more breathtaking than any eclipse—especially with the sun’s current activity making auroras explode in vibrant greens right beneath them, like a giant snake of light. One crew member even compared the view to a cosmic show no one on Earth can fully appreciate. Beyond the science, they’re living life in orbit with flair: hosting a cooking show, playing piccolo, and turning downtime into creative moments. This diverse, international crew is wrapping up their mission next month, but not before proving that even in space, boredom…