The journey of Artemis 2 to the far side of the Moon: The challenge of exploring what no one has ever seen
Only 24 people have seen the far side of the Moon with their own eyes in the entire history of humanity. All of them were men, Americans, and white: the crew members of the nine Apollo missions that traveled to the Moon between 1968 and 1972.
NASA targets Artemis II crewed moon mission for April 1 launch
NASA targets April 1 launch for Artemis II, a 10-day crewed mission around the moon, after resolving a helium system issue discovered during pre-flight testing.
Fiber-optic cables deployed on the lunar surface can detect moonquakes without burial, offering a lightweight and cost-effective alternative to traditional seismometers for monitoring wider areas.
There might be less water on the moon than we'd hoped
New analysis of lunar crater imagery suggests water ice comprises less than 20-30% of material in the moon's darkest regions, with many craters potentially containing no surface ice.
NASA says it's a go' for a fresh Artemis II moon launch attempt but admits risks remain
NASA targets April 1, 2025 for Artemis II moon mission launch, carrying four astronauts on a record-breaking lunar journey, pending hardware readiness and safety verification.
The U.S. and China both aim to establish permanent crewed moon bases, but differ significantly in landing timelines, locations, and technological approaches, with potential implications for lunar control.