PHOTO: See Earth from Artemis II's POV
NASA's Artemis II mission has released its first photographs of Earth taken from space as the uncrewed spacecraft travels toward the moon. The images show Earth from the perspective of the orbiting capsule during its journey beyond Earth's orbit. The mission represents a significant step in NASA's lunar exploration program ahead of eventual crewed moon landings.
Left-leaning outlets emphasize the visual beauty and scientific achievement of the photographs, with headlines highlighting the aesthetic wonder of Earth from space. Coverage focuses on the mission's progress and the technological accomplishment of capturing these images, including details about equipment used by astronauts.
Center and independent sources present straightforward reporting on the mission milestone and photograph release, balancing factual updates about Artemis II's trajectory with the visual spectacle of the Earth images. Coverage includes both mission progress updates and broader context about the lunar exploration program.
Right-leaning outlets cover the mission's progress but also incorporate commentary on broader NASA topics, including responses to criticism about the mission design and discussions of diversity initiatives. Some sources focus on astronaut statements and public reactions to the launch rather than the photographs themselves.
Key Differences
- Left outlets lead with the aesthetic and inspirational dimensions of the Earth photographs, while right-leaning sources give more attention to NASA's defensive responses about mission design choices.
- Right-leaning coverage includes tangential stories about NASA personnel and cultural debates, whereas left and center sources maintain tighter focus on the mission itself.
- Center sources provide the most balanced mix of visual documentation and mission progress reporting without editorial framing about the images' meaning.
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CBS NewsBApr 3, 10:19 PM
First photo of Earth from Artemis II mission released
Artemis II Commander Reid Wiseman took the first released pictures of Earth taken from the Orion capsule. CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more.
New York TimesAApr 3, 9:28 PM
NASA Unveils 1st Earth Photos From Artemis II Moon Mission: ‘You Look Beautiful.’
The pictures were released on the third day of the first mission since 1972 to send people around the moon.
CBS NewsBApr 3, 2:30 PM
NASA shares first photos of Earth taken by Artemis II
The photo shows the entire planet, as well as the Northern and Southern lights.
CBS NewsBApr 3, 9:54 PM
Artemis II crew captures stunning Earth images on mission around moon
The world is already seeing stunning images from the Artemis II crew's voyage. On Friday, NASA released photos of Earth alongside an onboard video update from the spacecraft. CBS News senior national
NBC NewsBApr 3, 8:12 PM
NASA shares photos of Earth taken by Artemis II crew
NASA shares photos of Earth taken by Artemis II crew
The Daily BeastCApr 3, 6:09 PM
New Breathtaking Images of Earth Taken From Artemis II
The crew of NASA’s Artemis II spacecraft has shared stunning new photos of Earth as they complete their mission around the Moon and back. The images were released Friday, the crew’s second day in spac
NPRAApr 3, 11:25 AM
Pam Bondi is out at DOJ. And, NASA's Artemis II has left Earth's orbit
President Trump announced yesterday that Pam Bondi is out as Attorney General. And, NASA's Artemis II has left Earth's orbit and is heading toward the moon.
New York TimesAApr 3, 8:36 PM
NASA’s Artemis II Astronauts Took iPhones Into Space
The astronauts traveling in the Artemis II spacecraft were allowed to take smartphones with them. Sadly, they can’t connect to the internet.
CBS NewsBApr 3, 9:32 PM
NASA officials answer Artemis II questions amid its moon journey
NASA officials took questions on Thursday about Artemis II's journey towards the moon.
CBS NewsBApr 3, 9:56 PM
Retired NASA astronaut breaks down experiments Artemis II crew will conduct in space
Friday marks Day 3 of the Artemis II mission around the moon. Retired NASA astronaut Bonnie Dunbar joins "The Takeout" with analysis.
LA TimesAApr 1, 5:13 PM
NASA will attempt to launch astronauts to the moon today. What to know and how to watch
Live coverage for NASA's Artemis II mission is underway. The mission aims to send humans to the moon for the first time in a half-century.
The GuardianAApr 3, 5:49 PM
Artemis II astronauts pass 100,000 miles from Earth on voyage to the moon
After six-minute firing of capsule’s engine, crew on track to reach farthest distance travelled by humans in space The four astronauts on the Artemis II mission have passed 100,000 miles from Earth as
LA TimesAApr 1, 10:44 PM
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.
HuffPostCApr 2, 11:22 PM
Kid's Excitement About The 'Frickin Moon!' At Artemis II Launch Makes Him An Instant Star
The boy’s blunt answer to a CNN reporter’s question is pure comet-y.
NBC NewsBApr 3, 6:28 PM
Artemis II astronauts troubleshoot onboard toilet
Artemis II astronauts troubleshoot onboard toilet
NBC NewsBApr 3, 11:05 AM
Astronauts describe space as they rocket toward the moon
Astronauts describe space as they rocket toward the moon
LA TimesAMar 30, 10:00 AM
A SoCal native is set to pilot NASA's lunar mission — and become the first Black person to reach the moon
Victor Glover, who grew up in Pomona, will pilot NASA's first crewed flight to the moon since 1972. If successful, he'll be the first Black person to reach the moon.
The VergeBApr 3, 8:53 PM
NASA did eventually solve Artemis II’s Outlook glitch
NASA’s Artemis II rocket launched from the Kennedy Space Center on Wednesday. | Photo: Joe Raedle via Getty Images On Thursday, during Artemis II's journey to the Moon, commander Reid Wiseman ran in
PoliticoAApr 3, 3:59 AM
Nuclear rockets, moon bases and NASA’s Mars plan
HuffPostCApr 1, 9:57 PM
Artemis II Astronauts Bound For Moon After Rocketing Away On NASA's First Lunar Voyage In Decades
It is NASA’s biggest step yet toward establishing a permanent lunar presence.
New York TimesAApr 3, 7:29 PM
Artemis II Pilot Test Drove the Orion Capsule on the Way to the Moon
Victor Glover, a former Navy test pilot, carefully maneuvered the Orion capsule in space around a discarded rocket stage. The demonstration is crucial for future moon landing missions.
Center(12)
Al JazeeraBApr 3, 8:34 PM
NASA releases first stunning Artemis II photos of Earth from moon mission
The crew were about 100,000 miles (160,000 kilometres) from Earth and were quickly closing in on the moon.
AxiosAApr 3, 3:19 PM
PHOTO: See Earth from Artemis II's POV
NASA just posted one of the first photos from Artemis II, capturing "Spaceship Earth" in all its blue-and-white glory. In the photo, taken by mission commander Reid Wiseman: Two auroras (top right an
PBS NewsHourAApr 3, 6:22 PM
PHOTOS: Artemis II astronauts capture Earth's brilliant beauty
The first photo taken by commander Reid Wiseman shows a curved slice of Earth in one of the capsule's windows.
BBC NewsAApr 3, 9:44 PM
Artemis II crew take 'spectacular' image of Earth
The snap was taken aboard the Orion capsule by its commander, Reid Wiseman, as the crew head towards the Moon.
BBC NewsAApr 3, 1:06 PM
Watch: Artemis II's journey so far as it leaves Earth's orbit
The crew will not land on the Moon on this current mission, though Nasa is preparing for a potential lunar landing by 2028.
AxiosAApr 1, 2:20 PM
NASA's Artemis II Moon mission is set to make space history
Just a few hours remain in the countdown for Artemis II, NASA's mission to return astronauts to lunar orbit for the first time since the Apollo era. The agency's new lunar hopes and dreams are sittin
The HillBApr 3, 6:30 PM
Watch live: NASA outlines Artemis II progress
NASA officials will update reporters Friday afternoon on the progress of the Artemis II mission, the U.S.’s first crewed lunar mission in roughly five decades. The 10-day test flight is expected to or
PBS NewsHourAApr 3, 6:22 PM
WATCH: NASA shares update on Artemis II mission around the moon, 2 days after launch
NASA's Artemis II astronauts fired their engines and blazed toward the moon Thursday night, breaking free of the chains that have trapped humanity in shallow laps around Earth in the decades since Apo
AxiosAApr 2, 1:15 AM
Artemis II successfully launches for historic Moon mission
NASA's Artemis II Moon mission successfully launched from Florida's John F. Kennedy Space Center on Wednesday afternoon at 6:35pm ET. Why it matters: Artemis II's planned crewed lunar flyby is set to
Associated PressAApr 1, 5:35 PM
NASA's to begin first moon mission in 53 years Wednesday - KBTX News 3
NASA's to begin first moon mission in 53 years Wednesday KBTX News 3
The HillBApr 3, 2:08 AM
From hot sauces to cobbler, here’s what Artemis II astronauts are eating
Hot sauces, barbecued beef brisket, cake, 58 tortillas – here's a look at what the astronauts aboard Orion have to eat during their journey.
BBC NewsAApr 2, 4:12 PM
NASA Returns To The Moon (And Beyond)
Nasa launch first crewed mission around the moon in 50 years.
Right(12)
Washington ExaminerCApr 3, 7:01 PM
WATCH LIVE: NASA gives update on Artemis II mission
NASA is holding a press conference on Friday afternoon, two days after the launch of the Artemis II mission to the moon. Artemis II is the first human-crewed test mission of the space program that pav
Daily WireCApr 3, 7:29 AM
Artemis II Astronauts Send Message From Space As They Head To The Moon
The Artemis II mission is officially headed to the Moon after NASA gave the go-ahead for its Orion spacecraft to leave Earth’s orbit for the next stage of its historic space mission. Orion fired its
Washington ExaminerCApr 3, 10:20 PM
NASA deflects critics of ‘fly-by’ moon mission: ‘Have to walk before you can run’
NASA on Friday said astronauts on Artemis II will be able to view the moon on Monday, offering insight into the historic mission that is sending humans back into deep space for the first time in 53 ye
The American ConservativeBApr 2, 2:49 PM
USA Launches Manned Moon Flyby Mission
State of the Union: The mission will be the first crewed deep-space flight since the Apollo program. The post USA Launches Manned Moon Flyby Mission appeared first on The American Conservative.
TownhallDApr 3, 4:00 PM
Check Out This Kid's Hilarious Response to CNN When He's Asked Why He's at the Artemis II Launch
The BlazeCApr 3, 8:50 PM
NASA astronaut gives very American response to DEI questioning
Before the Artemis II mission blasted off to go around the moon, the astronauts were faced with one more earthly question about diversity and representation. The last-ditch struggle session-style ques
The Gateway PunditDApr 3, 10:20 PM
NASA Astronaut SHUTS DOWN Race-Baiting Reporter With EPIC Reality Check Ahead of Historic Moon Mission
NASA astronaut Victor Glover refused to play along with the identity-obsessed framing pushed by reporters ahead of America’s next mission to the Moon. The post NASA Astronaut SHUTS DOWN Race-Baiting R
The BlazeCApr 3, 9:00 AM
The return to the moon starts NOW: ‘Exploration is what we do’
This April Fools' Day wasn’t just for jokes — but rather an incredible show of American ingenuity as astronauts on NASA’s Artemis II mission took flight on the first crewed lunar flyby in more than 50
BreitbartDApr 3, 3:48 PM
Artemis II Astronauts Encounter Microsoft Outlook Glitch During Trip to Moon
The Artemis II crew faced an unexpected technical hurdle when Microsoft Outlook malfunctioned aboard their spacecraft less than a day after liftoff. The post Artemis II Astronauts Encounter Microsoft
Daily WireCApr 3, 12:58 PM
The Race To The Moon And Mars Is Back And This Time Freedom Is On The Line
A renewed commitment to the Moon, Mars, and American leadership can define the next great era of national achievement. With President Trump and Jared Isaacman pointing the way, the United States has a
ReasonAApr 1, 10:45 PM
Artemis II Launches a New Era of Lunar Exploration
Artemis might return astronauts to the moon, but only after years of delays and a price tag far exceeding the government’s projections.
Hot AirCApr 2, 11:55 PM
Orion Spacecraft Headed to the Moon After a Day of Troubleshooting
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