Astronaut charged in attempted kidnapping of her romantic rival: Police believe married mother of three was in love triangle with fellow flier

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - A NASA astronaut charged with attempting tokidnap a romantic rival in a love triangle with another astronaut wasordered released on bail today on the condition that she not contactthe alleged victim.

The judge told Lisa Marie Nowak she could be released on $15,500bond, then asked if she understood the conditions. She responded"yes."

Nowak, a married mother of three, stood in a jail uniform, usuallyfacing down during the hearing. She planned to return home toHouston, and the judge ordered her to wear a tracking device.

The 43-year-old robotics specialist faces charges includingattempted kidnapping, attempted vehicle burglary with …