<ul><li>The failed Soviet spacecraft Kosmos 482, trapped in Earth's orbit for over 50 years, is expected to crash back to Earth between May 8 and May 12 at a speed of 150 mph.</li><li>The landing location of Kosmos 482 is currently unknown, with a potential range covering most of the planet from 52 degrees north to 52 degrees south latitude, including major cities like New York, London, and Beijing.</li><li>Experts believe that the spacecraft is likely to land in the ocean due to the extensive water coverage on Earth, reducing the chances of it hitting a populated area.</li><li>Kosmos 482 was originally part of the Soviet Union's Venera program to explore Venus in 1972. Due to a malfunction, it failed to reach Venus and has been orbiting Earth until its impending return.</li></ul>

Failed Soviet spacecraft Kosmos 482 could crash to Earth this week — here's where it might hit (map)

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