Chinese spaceship prepares to return to Earth

A Chinese spacecraft is preparing to return to Earth after six days in orbit.

A Chinese spacecraft is preparing to return to Earth after six days in orbit.

Technicians monitoring the Shenzhou II capsule say it has performed well after circling the Earth 60 times.

The craft is thought to have animals on board.

Western experts believe a manned Chinese mission into space could now take place within two years.

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