SpaceX is about to try something new with its mighty Starship rocket This particular Crew Dragon had the docking adapter (used for docking with the International Space Station) replaced with a glass dome from which the crew could enjoy awesome views of Earth and beyond. Watch carefully and you’ll see them peering out of it. SpaceX often shares clips from its missions — just yesterday it posted a much shorter version of the video that you see here — so this longer one is a real treat for fans of orbital views as well as of slow TV. Fram2 launched on April 1, with the all-civilian crew led by entrepreneur Chun Wang. Away from enjoying the stunning scenery, the crewmembers also conducted scientific research geared toward helping future long-duration space missions. They also studied Earth’s polar regions and their general space environment. Slow TV is a genre of television that involves long broadcasts of ordinary events, presented with minimal editing, narration, or dramatic elements. It originated in Norway about 15 years ago and became popular due to its calming nature, offering viewers a contemplative, immersive experience. If you’ve never tried it, here’s a great opportunity! Editors’ Recommendations