Astronaut wishes ‘Happy Holidays’ with incredible video of Earth from space

“Such a beautiful horizon,” wrote a Twitter user while commenting on the video.

Published on: Dec 26, 2020, 16:54:01 IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | By Trisha Sengupta

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Astronaut Victor Glover, who is presently aboard International Space Station (ISS), tweeted an astounding video to wish “Happy Holidays”. Giving a glimpse of our blue planet, the clip is intriguing and fascinating, all at the same time.

The image shows a scene from the video shared by the astronaut. (Twitter/@AstroVicGlover)

Not just “Happy Holidays,” in the tweet caption he also wished a “Merry Christmas” to everyone. “Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and peace around the world!” Glover tweeted.

Take a look at the clip:

Since being shared, the video has gathered more than 1.4 lakh views. It has also accumulated various commented from people.

“Every time we can watch you passing over us, we do and salute you. So, when you’re over Quebec, there are some people saying hello,” wrote a Twitter user. “Such a beautiful horizon,” expressed another. “Thank you. Your pictures from space are a gift,” said a third. And, indeed they are. “Did you see Santa fly by?” joked a third.

Here’s how others reacted:

Glover is a NASA astronaut who is presently on the ISS as the pilot of SpaceX Crew-1 mission.

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Trisha Sengupta
Trisha Sengupta works as Chief Content Producer at Hindustan Times with over six years of experience in the digital newsroom. Known for her ability to decode the internet’s most talked-about moments, she specialises in high-engagement storytelling that bridges the gap between viral trends and traditional journalism. Throughout her tenure, Trisha has focused on the intersection of technology, finance, and human emotion. She frequently covers personal finance and real estate struggles in hubs like Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and Hyderabad, while also documenting the unique challenges of the NRI experience. Her work often highlights the movements and philosophies of global newsmakers and personalities like Elon Musk, Mukesh Ambani, Nikhil Kamath, Dubai crown prince, and MrBeast. From reporting on Amazon or Meta layoffs and startup culture to the emergence of AI-driven platforms like Grok and xAI, she provides a grounded and empathetic perspective on the stories shaping our world. When not decoding the internet, Trisha is likely offline: lost in a book, exploring a historical ruin, or navigating the world as a solo traveler. She balances her fast-paced career with family time and a healthy dose of curiosity, currently trading her "human" sources for silicon ones as she masters AI to future-proof her storytelling.Read More

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