What's happened
Five new ESA astronauts, including Rosemary Coogan, have graduated from basic training in Cologne, Germany. They experienced weightlessness in a parabolic flight, learning to move without the constraints of gravity.
Why it matters
The completion of basic training by the new ESA astronauts, especially Rosemary Coogan, marks a significant step towards their future space missions. Their training in weightlessness and other essential skills prepares them for the challenges of space travel and scientific research.
What the papers say
The European Space Agency's latest intake of astronauts have completed their basic training in Cologne, Germany. UK interest is in the Northern Irish astrophysicist Dr Rosemary Coogan, who becomes only the second ESA astronaut after Tim Peake. The new astronauts were chosen from over 22,500 applicants and have undergone rigorous training in various fields.
How we got here
The European Space Agency selected five new astronauts, including Rosemary Coogan, from a pool of over 22,500 applicants. The astronauts underwent a year of intensive training in preparation for future missions to the International Space Station and potentially to the Moon.
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