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The Milky Way Appears Above Earth's Bright Atmospheric Glow

The Milky Way appears above Earth's bright atmospheric glow in this photograph from the International Space Station as it soared 261 miles above southern Iran at approximately 12:54 a.m. local time. The camera was configured for low light and long duration settings.

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Uploaded on September 5, 2025
Taken on August 23, 2025