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The English Channel separates the sparkling nighttime coasts of France and England
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The English Channel separates the sparkling nighttime coasts of France and England

NASA / JSC · 2025-09-13 · photograph (digital archive)

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iss073e0698351 (Sept. 13, 2025) --- The English Channel separates the sparkling nighttime coasts of France and England highlighted by an aurora crowning Earth's atmosphere. The sprawling city lights of London are seen at center, while the coastal cities of northern Europe including Amsterdam can be seen at top left. In the foreground, is the Canadarm2 robotic arm. The International Space Station was orbiting 263 miles above France at approximately 11:38 p.m.

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Credit lineThe English Channel separates the sparkling nighttime coasts of France and England. NASA/JSC, 2025-09-13. Public domain. ID: iss073e0698351.
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