Capsule delivers easter treats to ISS astronauts

The six astronauts at the International Space Station have received an early Easter treat this weekend with the arrival of a supply ship full of fresh food and experiments.

Capsule delivers easter treats to ISS astronauts

The six astronauts at the International Space Station have received an early Easter treat this weekend with the arrival of a supply ship full of fresh food and experiments.

Instead of the usual bunny, Saturday's delivery came via a swan - Orbital ATK's Cygnus capsule, named after the swan constellation, which rocketed away from Cape Canaveral in Florida on Tuesday night.

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