Spacecraft spins out of control after launch, expected to re-enter atmosphere

A Russian supply ship that went into an uncontrollable spin after launch has been declared a total loss, the crew of the International Space Station said.

A Russian supply ship that went into an uncontrollable spin after launch has been declared a total loss, the crew of the International Space Station said.

American astronaut Scott Kelly and Russian cosmonaut Mikhail Kornienko told the Associated Press that flight controllers have given up trying to command the cargo carrier.

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