Kenneth Chang
Kenneth Chang is a science reporter at The New York Times, covering NASA and the solar system. He has a background in physics and has been with The Times since 2000. His work includes writing about space exploration, research closer to Earth, including fusion technology, superconductivity, mathematics and the physical sciences. Chang is known for his accurate and fair portrayal of scientific discoveries and breakthroughs while maintaining a neutral tone in his reporting. Contact him at kchang@nytimes.com or anonymously at nytimes.com/tips.
Biography:
https://www.nytimes.com/by/kenneth-chang
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a poor reputation for journalistic standards and is not considered a reliable news source.
Bias
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- Kenneth Chang appears to maintain a neutral tone in his reporting and does not express personal opinions or biases.
Conflicts of Interest
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- There are no instances of Kenneth Chang having conflicts of interest in the articles provided.
Contradictions
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Deceptions
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- The only instance of deception is the use of sensationalist language to describe Odysseus landing on the moon as 'first time in a half-century' which is misleading because it implies no American spacecraft has landed on the moon since Apollo 17 when there have been multiple successful missions after that.
Recent Articles
Boeing's Starliner Docks with ISS but Faces Thruster Issues and Helium Leaks: A Major Setback in Commercial Spaceflight
Broke On: Thursday, 13 June 2024Boeing's Starliner spacecraft docked with the International Space Station in June, but encountered issues with thrusters and helium leaks. NASA requires additional testing before return to Earth, estimated to cost Boeing over $1.5 billion. Malfunctions pose no danger to crew, but delay Starliner's homecoming. 
NASA Astronauts Delayed at ISS Due to Starliner Thruster Malfunctions and Helium Leaks
Broke On: Saturday, 29 June 2024NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore remain at the International Space Station due to technical issues with their Boeing Starliner spacecraft, including helium leaks and a malfunctioning thruster. NASA and Boeing are assessing the problems to ensure a safe return for the crew. 
NASA Astronauts Safe on ISS as Boeing Starliner Undergoes Thruster Tests
Broke On: Friday, 28 June 2024NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams remain safe on the International Space Station after Boeing Starliner's malfunctioning thrusters prevented a successful docking. The spacecraft, which encountered helium leaks during approach, will stay at the ISS indefinitely while NASA and Boeing assess its thruster system. 
Unexpected Coolant Leak Cancels Spacewalk for Astronauts Dyson and Barratt
Broke On: Monday, 24 June 2024A coolant leak in astronaut Tracy Dyson's spacesuit forced the cancellation of U.S. spacewalk 90 on June 24, 2024, putting a halt to her and Mike Barratt's plan to repair a faulty electronics box outside the International Space Station. 
Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft Docks with ISS After Helium Leaks and Thruster Issues
Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024Boeing's Starliner spacecraft docked with the International Space Station on June 8th, overcoming helium leaks and thruster issues during its journey. Despite these setbacks, successful docking was achieved. 
NASA Astronauts Safely Dock at ISS Aboard Boeing's Starliner: Historic Milestone in Commercial Crew Program
Broke On: Saturday, 08 June 2024Astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams make history with the safe docking of Boeing's Starliner at the International Space Station, marking a milestone in NASA's Commercial Crew Program. Despite mid-flight malfunctions, their successful journey highlights advancements in space travel technology. SpaceX's Double Victory: Falcon 9 Launch Adds 22 Satellites and Starship Flight 4 Marks Controlled Reentry
Broke On: Wednesday, 05 June 2024SpaceX made history with two major milestones in June: launching 22 satellites for Starlink 10-1 mission and achieving the first controlled return of Starship Flight 4 from space, bringing optimism for fully reusable rockets. 
NASA's Starliner Spacecraft Docks at ISS Despite Malfunctioning Thrusters
Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024Boeing's Starliner spacecraft successfully docks at the International Space Station (ISS) on June 6, 2024, despite five malfunctioning thrusters. NASA and Boeing engineers managed to recover four faulty thrusters and seal the helium leaks. The docking marks Starliner's inaugural crewed test flight to the ISS, which could lead to regular flights for NASA if successful. 
Boeing's Starliner Spacecraft Docks at ISS Despite Helium Leaks and Thruster Malfunctions
Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024Boeing's Starliner spacecraft, carrying NASA astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, docked at the International Space Station (ISS) on Thursday despite facing helium leaks and malfunctioning thrusters. The docking was delayed due to troubleshooting of the thrusters. Boeing received a $4.2 billion contract in 2014 for long-duration astronaut missions to the ISS, marking a major milestone for the test flight's certification as part of NASA's Commercial Crew Program. 
SpaceX's Starship Makes History: Successful Test Flight Paves Way for Mars Colonization and Reusable Rockets
Broke On: Thursday, 06 June 2024SpaceX's Starship rocket successfully completed its fourth test flight on June 6, 2024, marking a significant milestone in the company's plans to reduce space travel costs and send humans to Mars. The fully reusable rocket took off from South Texas, with the booster landing in the Gulf of Mexico and the second-stage spacecraft splashing down in the Indian Ocean. CEO Elon Musk praised this major achievement as SpaceX continues towards its goal of colonizing Mars and aiding Starlink's broadband internet satellite project.
