ISS image from space

As the 2024 Paris Olympics commenced with a unique opening ceremony along the Seine River, NASA shared breathtaking nighttime images of the city from the International Space Station (ISS). The ceremony, which saw athletes from nearly 200 countries parade on boats, was praised by Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk and other social media users. Meanwhile, NASA astronaut Matthew Dominick showcased stunning timelapse footage from the ISS, capturing auroras, stars, and a meteor streaking across the sky. Dominick, currently on a six-month mission aboard the ISS, has been documenting Earth's beauty from space, contributing to the legacy of astronauts like Terry Virts, who famously captured the pyramids of Giza during his time in orbit. The ISS continues to serve as a platform for both scientific research and artistic expression through photography. Dominick's recent footage highlights the increased auroral activity due to heightened solar activity this year.