EXCLUSIVE ON MEN PICKED FOR SPACEASTRONAUT FIRST TEAM - Astronauts' countdown

Sep 29, 2026

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The issue highlights three men selected as the first astronauts, presenting their profiles through exclusive text and illustrations. It also covers a historical Civil War feature with contemporary drawings, and a look at why homework is experienced as “the pain” by students and families. Additional sections discuss the expanding role of computers in everyday life, a fashion revival linked to the 1920s, travel news, television and movies, and editorials and letters within a weekly event roundup.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryComic

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Pages116

Reading Time44 min

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Astronauts'countdown

Chosen Trio

Civil War:Part V

A Cartoon Rebel

Homework-'the pain'

Exasperated Student

Here come the computers

Gay era revived

The Week's Events

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FAQs

What is the main focus of Astronauts' countdown?

It presents the three men chosen for the first space launch, offering their exclusive story through text and pictures.

How does the issue describe homework?

Homework is illustrated through a St. Louis family whose children call it “the pain,” while educators debate the problem.

What additional topics are covered beyond astronauts?

The issue includes features on Civil War home fronts, the growing impact of electronic computers, a 1920s fashion revival, plus sections on travel, television and movies, music, and editorials.

Sep 29, 2026

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