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Artemis II moon flight making history

April 2, 2026

After its launch, NASA's Artemis II lunar mission is preparing for the next stage of its journey. The crew is now on track to fly around the moon, venturing further out into space than any humans before.

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NASA has launched its first crewed moon mission in over 50 years, thrilling spectators on the ground and in the air. Despite minor issues — a brief loss of communication, a cold cabin and a blinking toilet warning — the mission has been hailed as a major success.

NASA has said the flight marks a renewed national commitment to lunar exploration, while experts have highlighted its role in paving the way for future moon research and eventual human missions to Mars.