NASA launches humans to moon for first time in half-century

NASA launched the Artemis II mission, which will carry humans to the moon for the first time since 1972.
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NASA's Artemis 2 moon launch seen from space | Space photo of the day for April 2, 2026

NASA's Artemis 2 has launched on a history-making journey around the moon and back, and the moment was captured from space.

‘Let’s go!’ NASA launches humanity’s first moon voyage in nearly 54 years

The Artemis 2 mission is due to send astronauts on a test mission to the moon and back during the "opening act" of a new age ...

Artemis II astronauts bound for moon after rocketing away on NASA’s first lunar voyage in decades

Four astronauts have embarked on a high-stakes flight around the moon, humanity’s first lunar voyage in more than half a ...
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What’s on the menu for Artemis II? NASA reveals 189 gourmet meals for lunar mission

As the Artemis II mission prepares to carry humans back toward the Moon for the first time in over 50 years, the crew is ...

The quirky stuff NASA packed in the Orion spaceship for Artemis II

NASA didn't pack any tree seeds this time, but the Canadian Space Agency did, continuing the tradition. As a member of the Artemis II crew, Canadian astronaut Hansen is the first non-American on a ...

NASA footage of Artemis II burn reveals stunning views of Earth

NASA executed several engine firings on Thursday. The apogee raise burn sent Orion into high-Earth orbit, where the backdrop ...

NASA astronauts on track to moon after Orion engine burn

A NASA crew of four astronauts are preparing for a critical stage of their journey that will set them on course for the moon, ...