NASA Artemis Astronauts Begin Moon Mission, 10-Day Journey Officially Underway
NASA's Artemis II mission, carrying four astronauts, officially left Earth orbit on April 1, embarking on a 10-day journey around the Moon.
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Artemis II Astronauts Set to Break Moon-Earth Distance Record by 5,000 Miles
Artemis II astronauts are on course to set a new distance record on Monday when they fly by the moon without stopping there – and then swing around for planet Earth, according to The Guardian.
NASA Disappoints Artemis II Astronauts By Cutting Off Chappell Roan Wakeup Song
NASA has disappointed Artemis II astronauts by cutting off a planned wake-up song by Chappell Roan, according to Stereogum.
Artemis’s Stunning Moon Pictures Spark Debate
NASA has released a series of stunning images from its Artemis II Moon mission, raising questions about their scientific value versus their aesthetic appeal, according to the BBC.
Artemis II Astronauts Now Halfway to Moon, Report ‘Burning Smell’ from Toilet
NASA's Artemis II mission is now halfway to the moon, with astronauts reporting a 'burning smell' from the toilet, though all systems are reportedly functioning normally, according to Space.com.
Artemis II Astronauts 152,000 Miles from Earth
The Artemis II crew are now closer to the moon than the Earth, according to NASA, as the four astronauts completed the third day of their flight to the moon.
NASA Unveils First Images of Earth from Artemis II Mission
NASA has unveiled the first images of Earth taken by Artemis II astronauts as they head toward the moon, according to Al Jazeera.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie Sparks Debate: 70% of Parents Concerned
A new analysis shows that 70% of parents are concerned about the content of the upcoming 'Super Mario Galaxy' movie, according to a recent survey by a U.S. media outlet.
Artemis II Blasts Ever Closer to Moon’s Far Side
Artemis II's Orion spacecraft has successfully executed its translunar injection, propelling the four astronauts beyond Earth's orbit and toward the Moon's far side, according to NASA.
NASA Artemis II Launch Marks Historic Moon Mission
NASA's Artemis II mission has officially launched, marking the first crewed lunar journey since 1972 and setting the stage for future lunar exploration.
Artemis II Breaks Distance Record High Above Earth
NASA's Artemis II spacecraft has set a new record for distance from Earth, according to the BBC, as the mission prepares for its translunar injection burn.
NASA Artemis 2 Toilet Issue Affects Moon Mission
NASA has prioritized fixing the toilet on the Artemis II spacecraft ahead of its planned lunar mission, according to reports. This is the first time a toilet has been included on a crewed mission since the Apollo era.
Artemis II Launch Spectacular, BBC Science Editor Reacts
Nasa's Artemis II spacecraft has launched and is now orbiting Earth, where it will then head on to circle the Moon as part of a 10-day mission, according to the BBC.
NASA Successfully Launches Historic Artemis II Moon Mission
NASA successfully launched the Artemis II mission on April 1, marking the first crewed lunar voyage since 1972 and carrying a historic payload including Argentina’s ATENEA satellite.
Artemis II Launches Historic Moon Mission on April 1
NASA’s Artemis II mission launched on April 1, 2026, marking the first crewed journey around the Moon since Apollo missions. The mission is set to last approximately 10 days.