Phys.org Soviet-era spacecraft plunges to Earth after 53 years stuck in orbit Astrobitica May 11, 2025 (Last updated: May 11, 2025) 1 minute read A Soviet-era spacecraft plunged to Earth on Saturday, more than a half-century after its failed launch to Venus. About the Author Astrobitica Administrator Visit Website View All Posts Post navigation Previous: I went to STARMUS La Palma for science and music — I came back in loveNext: New Mexico’s Spaceport America looks up and into the future Related Stories Phys.org Scientists discover rare ‘super-Jupiter’ planet with 180-day long orbit Astrobitica July 8, 2026 Phys.org Heat-shrinking materials get cleaner production route with lower temperatures and finer particles Astrobitica July 8, 2026 Phys.org Image: Hubble captures star-studded cluster Astrobitica July 8, 2026