Ever wondered what life-after-space is like? This Friday, January 16, 2026, astronauts Chen Dong, Chen Zhongrui and Wang Jie made their first public appearance since returning to Earth in November 2025, meeting the media in Beijing. 🚀👩🚀
The trio, part of the Chinese mainland’s Shenzhou-20 mission, shared highlights from their months aboard the Tiangong space station. From microgravity experiments to magical Earth sunrises, they opened up about their out-of-this-world journey.
Highlights:
- “Seeing our planet hang like a pearl in black space was unforgettable,” said Chen Dong. 🌍
- Chen Zhongrui revealed new science tests that could one day help treat diseases on Earth. 🧪
- Wang Jie talked about teamwork in tight spaces, and how rap music helped them stay energized in orbit. 🎶
Back on solid ground, they’re gearing up for outreach events across the Chinese mainland this spring, inspiring a new generation of space fans. Whether you dream of being an astronaut or just love epic space stories, keep an eye out for their next stops!
Stay curious, stay inspired! 🌟
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Shenzhou-20 astronauts meet press after returning from space
cgtn.com
