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Suni Williams Breaks Free from Orbit: First Spacewalk After 7 Months in Space   NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore (not pictured), at International Space Station, on April 25, 2024 in Cape Canaveral, Florida NASA astronaut Suni Williams stepped outside the International Space Station (ISS) for her first spacewalk in over seven months, marking a significant milestone during an unexpectedly extended mission. Originally planned for last summer, the spacewalk was postponed due to technical issues, including water leakage in an astronaut suit's cooling system. NASA has since resolved the problem, paving the way for this crucial outdoor activity. On Thursday, as the ISS orbited 260 miles (420 kilometers) above Turkmenistan, Williams radioed, “I’m coming out,” signaling the beginning of her task. Accompanied by NASA colleague Nick Hague, she carried out overdue maintenance work on the station. This marked her eighth spacewalk, showcasing her expertise and commitment. The US...