Veteran NASA astronaut Don Pettit, renowned for his astrophotography and invention of the Zero-G cup, is returning to Earth on Saturday after a seven-month stay on the International Space Station. Pettit, who will turn 70 on Sunday, captured breathtaking images from the cupola, showcasing auroras, the Milky Way, and unique Earth perspectives. His work highlights the beauty of Earth from orbit and the unusual phenomena visible from space, including airglow and hidden ocean currents. He's celebrated for his unique compositions, often showing the Earth's horizon alongside celestial events.

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