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PHOTOS: See the first up-close images from Artemis II's flyby of the moon

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NPRAApr 7, 2:35 PM

Photos: NASA releases first images from moon flyby

During the mission's loop around the moon, the crew took geological observations of places of interest on the lunar surface using their own eyes and snapping thousands of photos of the surface.

The AtlanticAApr 7, 1:37 PM

Moon Joy: Photos From Artemis II

On April 6, 2026, four astronauts aboard NASA’s Orion spacecraft, Integrity, swung around the far side of the moon, traveling farther from the Earth than any humans had ever gone before, and taking sp

NBC NewsBApr 7, 11:58 AM

See Artemis II Crew's Stunning Images of Far Side of the Moon

The Artemis II crew is homeward bound after capturing never-before-seen views of the far side of the moon during their historic flyby. During the unprecedented voyage, the astronauts shared an emotion

CBS NewsBApr 8, 12:16 AM

Physicist and former NASA astronaut says new moon images offer fresh perspective

NASA released imagery on Tuesday from the Artemis II crew's history-making lunar flyby around the far side of the moon. Former NASA astronaut and physicist James Newman joins "The Daily Report" to dis

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 7, 5:46 PM

The Guardian view on Artemis II: the light and dark sides of the moon | Editorial

The threat posed by a new space race is real. But so is the wonder of humankind’s reaching for the skies “Everything we need, Earth provides. And that is somewhat of a miracle, and one that you can’t

NPRAApr 7, 9:20 PM

The Artemis II crew saw parts of the moon never seen before. Here's what they said

The astronauts on Artemis II observed parts of the moon humans had never seen before. Their findings provide a scientific baseline — and sense of wonder — for future missions.

CBS NewsBApr 7, 11:58 PM

Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space

The astronauts aboard Artemis II are the first humans to see some parts of the far side of the moon with the naked eye.

The AtlanticAApr 7, 8:54 PM

The Most Beautiful Moment of the Artemis II Mission

It’s all in a name.

CBS NewsBApr 8, 12:52 AM

Former NASA astronauts react to Artemis II trip around far side of moon

On Monday, the Artemis II crew traveled farther from Earth than any human before. As the Orion capsule made its lunar flyby, the four astronauts aboard became the first humans to see some parts of the

LA TimesAApr 6, 5:41 PM

An emotional Artemis II crew flies past moon, traveling farther than any humans in history

NASA's Artemis II crew described the far side of the moon in eloquent detail, named a crater after Cmdr. Reid Wiseman's late wife and spoke of their immense love for Earth.

SalonCApr 7, 4:06 PM

How to love the moon mission without guilt

Problems down on Earth are serious. Spending some time looking up isn’t a waste or distraction

CBS NewsBApr 8, 12:37 AM

What are Artemis II astronauts doing on their way back to Earth?

With the Artemis II crew making its way back home to Earth, NASA has released stunning photos the astronauts took during their historic lunar fly-by. CBS News national correspondent Mark Strassmann ha

New York TimesAApr 8, 1:39 AM

Artemis II Astronauts Get a Break After Journey Around the Moon

The crew of the NASA mission had a quiet day as they flew home toward Earth.

The New RepublicBApr 7, 1:03 PM

Trump Call to Artemis II Astronauts Hit With Longest Awkward Silence

President Trump reached out to the crew of the Artemis II spacecraft Monday night, but ended up having a call that was so awkward it quickly went viral.  “America is a frontier nation, and the four br

HuffPostCApr 5, 12:19 AM

Artemis II Toilet Acts Up Again As Astronauts Speed Toward The Moon To Break Apollo 13's Record

The Artemis II astronauts are more than halfway to the moon.

CBS NewsBApr 8, 12:19 AM

Listen: Artemis II and ISS astronauts call each other through space

On Tuesday, the Artemis II crew and the astronauts on the International Space Station were able to call each other and talk about the moon, space and even the food.

NPRAApr 7, 5:09 PM

Astronauts suggest naming a moon crater 'Carroll' after their commander's late wife

The Artemis II crew, led by Reid Wiseman, was the first to lay eyes on several craters on the far side of the moon. The astronauts want to name one of them after Carroll Wiseman, who died of cancer in

HuffPostCApr 7, 12:36 AM

Artemis II Crew Asks To Name Lunar Crater For Astronaut’s Late Wife

"...It’s a bright spot on the moon. And we would like to call it ‘Carroll,’” one crew member said.

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The HillBApr 7, 7:30 PM

Watch live: NASA details progress on Artemis II’s historic moon flyby

NASA officials will provide an update on the Artemis II mission Tuesday afternoon, as the crew is expected to return to Earth on Friday. The 10-day mission, launched last Wednesday, marked the first c

BBC NewsAApr 7, 10:56 AM

Watch: Artemis II's historic lunar flyby... in 90 seconds

The four astronauts in the Orion spacecraft set a new record for distance travelled from Earth.

BBC NewsAApr 7, 3:23 PM

Has Artemis II shown we can land on the Moon again?

The Artemis II mission has been near flawless to date, but has the test flight shown Nasa is ready to send humans to the lunar surface?

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

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

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

The HillBApr 7, 10:27 AM

NASA’s Artemis II mission sets stage for 2028 moon landing

Four astronauts went farther from Earth Monday than anyone ever before.

Associated PressAApr 1, 5:35 PM

NASA's to begin first moon mission in 53 years Wednesday - Northern News Now

NASA's to begin first moon mission in 53 years Wednesday  Northern News Now

AxiosAApr 6, 6:01 PM

Artemis II just set a new distance-from-Earth record

Artemis II's four astronauts have officially gone where no one has gone before, setting on Monday a new distance-from-Earth record for human spaceflight. Why it matters: Artemis II broke Apollo 13's 2

The HillBApr 7, 1:24 PM

Trump tells Artemis II astronauts he wants their autographs

President Trump called in to Artemis II on Monday evening to congratulate the crew on its mission and to invite it to celebrate at the White House after its return to Earth. “I’ll ask [NASA Administra

USA TodayBApr 2, 9:05 PM

How much more elbow room does Artemis II's Orion have than Apollo? - USA Today

How much more elbow room does Artemis II's Orion have than Apollo?  USA Today

PBS NewsHourAApr 7, 10:41 PM

Artemis II astronauts make long-distance call to space station on the way home from the moon

Still aglow from their triumphant lunar flyby, the Artemis II astronauts made more history Tuesday: calling their friends aboard the International Space Station hundreds of thousands of miles away as

Christian Science MonitorAApr 7, 9:00 AM

Artemis II reignites deep-space travel. Will it also boost a lunar economy?

The Artemis II crew made history Monday, reaching the farthest distance humans have ever traveled from Earth. NASA and its commercial partners aim to also pioneer a new space economy through the Artem

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The BlazeCApr 7, 3:20 PM

PHOTOS: See the first up-close images from Artemis II's flyby of the moon

Artemis II made history on Monday night as it flew around the moon in the farthest manned flight from the Earth. On Tuesday morning, NASA released some stunning photos from the historic flyby. 'On t

Daily WireCApr 7, 2:15 PM

SEE IT: NASA Releases Stunning Photos From Lunar Flyby

NASA released 22 photos taken on Monday during the historic lunar flyby by Artemis II, revealing stunning views of the Moon and the crew at work. The photos were taken after Artemis II commander Reid

The Western JournalDApr 7, 7:31 PM

NASA Astronauts Share Incredible Images of the Moon

Astronauts from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration shared stunning images of the moon during their Artemis II mission Monday, with several high-profile accounts resharing them on social

RealClearPoliticsBApr 7, 9:22 PM

Earthset, Solar Eclipse: First Images From Artemis Moon Fly-By

The first two images show an 'Earthrise' and the solar eclipse the astronauts viewed.

Daily WireCApr 7, 9:44 AM

White House Shares First Photo Taken From Far Side Of Moon

The White House on Tuesday shared the first photo taken by the Artemis II mission from the far side of the Moon, showing a stunning view captured during the astronauts’ record-breaking journey. The ph

The FederalistCApr 7, 7:18 PM

Artemis II Mission Shows There Are No Limits To American Exceptionalism

Pushing the boundaries of what was once thought to be impossible is a hallmark of American greatness. And the recent mission to circle the moon is no different. The crew of NASA’s Artemis II mission s

Fox NewsCApr 7, 9:33 PM

First-ever photo of Earth from moon’s far side unveiled as Artemis II begins journey home, Trump weighs in

NASA unveils historic 'Earthset' photo taken by Artemis II astronauts showing Earth setting behind the lunar surface from the moon's far side.

The BlazeCApr 7, 12:06 PM

WATCH: Trump tells moon-looping Artemis astronauts what's next in out-of-this-world phone call

The Artemis II crew made history on Monday, putting more distance — 252,756 miles — between themselves and Earth than any previous human spaceflight. The previous record, 248,655 miles, was set by Apo

Daily WireCApr 6, 6:32 PM

‘Bright Spot’: Artemis II Crew Names Moon Feature After Mission Commander’s Late Wife

The crew of NASA’s Artemis II mission spent Monday looking at parts of the moon that had never been seen by the human eye — and they paused briefly to pay a one-of-a-kind tribute to a lost family memb

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