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NASA plans to once again make space history on November 15th when it broadcasts the first live High Definition Television images from the International Space Station (ISS). Next week's live HDTV video feed will be produced in cooperation with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency, Discovery HD Theater, and Japanese broadcast network NHK.

NASA is planning two live broadcasts from the ISS, both featuring Expedition 14 Commander Michael Lopez-Algeria. The camera operator will be Flight Engineer Thomas Reiter. Although the broadcasts will originate from 220 miles above the surface of Earth, on the ground the HDTV signals will be handled by Discover HD Theater and NHK. Discovery HD Theater is planning on carrying the special broadcast live at 10:30 AM CST. Those without access to Discovery HD Theater on their home TVs can see the broadcast at their local Discovery Channel store.