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7 minutes and counting to the launch of Atlantis and seven astronauts on a mission to the International Space Station.

Against terrible weather odds and after the repair of troublesome fuel sensors, a near-perfect countdown has taken place this morning.

Commander Steve Frick and six mates are on their backs inside Atlantis, ready to liftoff in just a few minutes.