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Artemis II astronauts embark on historic NASA mission to the moon and back, in photos

Four astronauts took off on a flight around the moon in what is humanity’s first lunar voyage in more than half a century and the leadoff in NASA’s push toward a lunar landing in two years.

The Independent UK

Artemis II blasts to the Moon in historic Nasa mission with crew now orbiting Earth

The lunar flyby will pave the way for a landing in 2028 and a possible future mission to Mars

Evening Standard

NASA Artemis II Delayed? Crucial Moon Mission Faces 'Unique' Fault Risking Astronaut Safety

NASA's Artemis II mission experienced a significant delay due to a communication glitch in the flight termination system, raising safety concerns just before launch.

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Blind runner to take on Brighton marathon using AI glasses in ‘world first’

Clarke Reynolds will navigate the 26.2-mile course with the aid of Meta AI glasses

The Independent UK

NASA launches 4 astronauts to the moon on historic Artemis 2 voyage, a lunar leap for the 21st century

NASA launched its Artemis 2 mission today (April 1), sending astronauts toward the moon for the first time in more than 50 years.

Space

NASA successfully launches Artemis II astronauts on historic moon mission

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The Independent UK

Artemis II blasts off: Humans are on their way back to the moon

NASA's Artemis II rocket has taken off in a historic launch on Florida's Space Coast, sending humans back to the moon for the first time in more than 50 years.

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The unseen challenges of life on the Moon

For the first time since the Apollo era, humans are preparing not just to visit the Moon, but to live and work there for weeks, months – and eventually years.

The Conversation

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.

Reason

Lift-off for first manned Moon mission in more than 50 years

The lunar flyby paves the way for a future landing and lays the foundation to send humans to Mars.

Evening Standard

Nasa finally sends humans to the Moon after half a century on Artemis II mission

Most powerful rocket Nasa has ever launched will carry four astronauts on a 10-day, 252,000 mile journey

The Independent UK

Artemis II launch set after battery issue resolved

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The Independent UK

America is going back to the moon. Here’s why it’s a big deal - and why you should be OK with the $93 billion cost

ANALYSIS: The historic lunar flyby is the first moon trip in more than 50 years and Julia Musto explains why the trip back to the moon is worth it for America

The Independent UK

Morning Mail: Albanese to detail fuel crisis relief, Trump to address Americans, and Nasa’s lunar rocket launch

The prime minister will map out a relief package for Australians today as the US president is expected to outline how the war in Iran is going

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The Independent UK

Who are the astronauts on Artemis II? A diverse crew readies for launch

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The Conversation

As NASA launches a crewed Moon mission, Australia is once again playing a critical role

On April 1 2026, NASA is sending astronauts back around the Moon. And Australia will play a critical role in helping them get there.

LiveScience

Astronauts can face 'nearly lethal doses' of solar radiation — so why launch Artemis II during the sun's peak of activity? Space scientist Patricia Reiff explains.

NASA's Artemis II flight around the moon will expose astronauts to space weather. Space scientist Patricia Reiff tells Live Science how solar flares and radiation will impact the lunar mission.

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Artemis heads to the Moon as old rivals race to stake their claim

As NASA counts down to sending astronauts back to the Moon under the Artemis programme, countries are racing to secure their place in the lunar future – laying plans to build infrastructure on the surface and exploit its resources. More than 60 years after John F Kennedy called for cooperation…

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The Independent UK

Artemis astronauts arrive at launch pad after completing final task - a game of cards

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Watch: Artemis II launch as NASA send first crewed mission to the Moon in decades

Watch as Nasa launched four astronauts on a 10-day flight around the Moon.

The Independent UK

Artemis II Moon mission’s mascot designed by student

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The Guardian - US

Artemis II: Nasa’s crewed rocket lifts off to begin 10-day lunar journey – as it happened

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Space

What do scientists hope to learn from NASA's historic Artemis 2 moon flyby?

Here's what's on the experiment roster for the Artemis 2 moon mission.

Evening Standard

King sends good wishes and an eco-message to lunar mission astronauts

Charles says it is vital ‘the Moon remains a beacon of peaceful scientific discovery rather than a theatre of exploitation’.

The Independent UK

Meet ‘Rise’ the official mascot of the Artemis II moon mission

The plushie was designed by an California elementary-aged student

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