NASA's stance on astronaut romance is complicated
NASA is looking into how close-knit bonds between pairs of astronauts, including romantic relationships, could impact crews on long space missions.
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NASA is looking into how close-knit bonds between pairs of astronauts, including romantic relationships, could impact crews on long space missions.
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