For Pettit, a big part of telling stories is through photos. And perched on the International Space Station ... And when you zoom in on Earth at night, city grids and their bright gold lights ...

Every year, the International Space Station (ISS) delivers some of the most breathtaking and unique photography of Earth.

Pettit takes his photos from the cupola on the space station, a favorite of crew members due to its seven windows that overlook Earth. Here are some of his most unforgettable views of what it’s ...