Labor Day in space: NASA astronauts get the holiday off

NASA astronauts currently residing at the International Space Station are scheduled to observe Labor Day, mirroring celebrations on Earth. The trio of American astronauts – Mark Vande Hei, Shane Kimbro, and Michael Hopkins – will enjoy a period of respite from their demanding duties. This marks the first time that astronauts have been granted an official holiday while stationed outside our planet. Mission control confirmed that the crew’s schedule has been adjusted to accommodate this unique occasion. The team is expected to continue conducting scientific research throughout the remainder of their mission.