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Nasa reveals crew for Artemis III mission
The crew, who are all men, are scheduled to blast off in 2027 to test systems ahead of a planned Moon landing.
June 9, 2026Nasa names next astronauts for Artemis Moon programme
Nasa names its next Artemis crew, though they will not be walking on the Moon or even going anywhere near it.
June 9, 2026Nasa has named the Artemis III crew - what is their mission?
Artemis III will help test crucial systems needed for the planned Artemis V Moon landing in 2028.
June 9, 2026What does Blue Origin rocket mishap mean for Nasa's Moon mission?
Science correspondent Pallab Ghosh explains why the explosion is a setback for space exploration.
May 29, 2026Artemis II crew describes Moon mission and splashdown moment
The crew held its first press conference since splashing down from their historic 10-day trip.
April 16, 2026From blast off to splashdown: My days following Nasa's historic mission to the Moon
BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle reflects on how it felt to watch history being made.
April 11, 2026Artemis crew home safely after completing historic mission to the Moon
Four astronauts splashed down in the Pacific after a nine-day voyage that took them further from Earth than any humans.
April 11, 2026Why is Melania Trump speaking out about Epstein now?
The first lady denied connections to the late convicted sex offender, telling reporters any claims linking the two "need to end".
April 10, 2026Artemis II astronauts hurtle home from moon toward splashdown - Reuters
Artemis II astronauts hurtle home from moon toward splashdown Reuters
April 10, 2026Artemis crew returning to Earth with 'all the good stuff' from Moon discoveries
The four astronauts said they were returning to Earth with "so many more pictures, so many more stories".
April 9, 2026Artemis II astronauts capture stunning views of Earth and the moon on historic voyage - Reuters
Artemis II astronauts capture stunning views of Earth and the moon on historic voyage Reuters
April 6, 2026Artemis II astronauts have toilet trouble on their way towards the Moon
The four astronauts aboard the Artemis II mission's Orion capsule have encountered intermittent complications with their spacecraft's toilet.
April 5, 2026Artemis's stunning Moon pictures - science or holiday photos?
The story behind the beautiful pictures beamed back to Earth from the Artemis II astronauts.
April 5, 2026'Absolutely spectacular': Artemis II crew see first glimpse of far side of Moon
Astronauts on the Artemis II mission are on the third day of their journey around the far side of the Moon.
April 5, 2026Artemis 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.
April 3, 2026Watch: Artemis II's journey so far as it leaves Earth's orbit ... in 85 seconds
The crew will not land on the Moon on this current mission, though Nasa is preparing for a potential lunar landing by 2028.
April 3, 2026Bondi, Pentagon purge and toilet trouble in space - reuters.com
Bondi, Pentagon purge and toilet trouble in space reuters.com
April 3, 2026Artemis II leaves Earth's orbit on track for far side of the Moon
The mission's last, big push on its lunar journey takes humans out of the Earth's orbit for the first time since 1972.
April 3, 2026'Trust us, you look amazing': Artemis II astronauts speak from space
The crew on board the Artemis II spoke by video link, sharing messages for their families and experiences of the trip so far.
April 3, 2026Why isn't Artemis II landing on the Moon?
The US is aiming to be the first country to land humans on the lunar surface again by 2028 - so what's this mission for?
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Is this the next Artemis crew? A look at the astronauts on NASA's shortlist
It's a long list, but there are some front runners. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Update for June 9: NASA's Artemis 3 crew re
La NASA presenta la tripulación de la misión Artemis III: cuatro hombres, ninguna mujer (pese a lo previsto)
La NASA ha presentado este martes a los cuatro astronautas que integrarán la misión Artemis 3, prevista para 2027 y considerada el próximo gran paso en el programa que busca llevar nuevamente astronau
NASA taps US astronauts, Italian for Artemis III mission with SpaceX, Blue Origin mooncraft
NASA named three US astronauts and an Italian astronaut on Tuesday to serve as the crew for its next Artemis mission, a spacecraft docking demonstration in Earth's orbit next year that will test moon
Nasa reveals crew for Artemis III mission
Nasa has revealed the four men who will crew the next Artemis mission as part of its drive to put human beings back on the Moon by 2028. Mission specialists Andre Douglas and Frank Rubio will join pi
NASA unveils Artemis III astronauts to test technology for a future moon landing
NASA revealed the crew for its Artemis III mission - NASA’s Randy Bresnik, Frank Rubio, Andre Douglas and the European Space Agency’s Luca Parmitano - the next step in the space agency’s plan to event
‘Earth’s first starfleet’: Nasa reveals Artemis III crew and project’s next steps
Luca Parmitano to pilot all-male crew of four paving way for planned first human landing of Artemis IV in 2028 Jared Isaacman, the Nasa administrator, hailed the creation of “Earth’s first starfleet”
NASA Marches Toward Artemis III Mission in 2027, Names Crew Members
The Artemis III crew poses for an official portrait (from left: Andre Douglas, Luca Parmitano, Randy Bresnik, Frank Rubio). Credit: NASA/Bill Stafford Taking another step toward one of the most com
Nasa has named the Artemis III crew - what is their mission?
Nasa has named the four astronauts for its Artemis III mission, due to launch in 2027. They will not land on the Moon, but will fly to low Earth orbit where they will dock with prototype lunar lander
Nasa names next astronauts for Artemis Moon programme
NASA has named its crew for its next major Moon mission, Artemis III, though the astronauts will not walk on the Moon or go anywhere near it. The mission was originally planned as the first crewed lu
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From blast off to splashdown: My days following Nasa's historic mission to the Moon
For the last 10 days, four astronauts have been making history, travelling further into space than humans have been before as they voyaged to the Moon and back. I've been following every moment of th
Artemis crew home safely after completing historic mission to the Moon
The four astronauts who flew in Nasa's Artemis II mission around the Moon have splashed down safely in the Pacific Ocean after a flawless return. The crew are now safely aboard a waiting ship and rec
Why is Melania Trump speaking out about Epstein now?
During a surprise announcement at the White House, First Lady Melania Trump denied any connections to late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. She also denied rumours around Epstein introducing h
Artemis II astronauts paused to remember commander’s wife and name a lunar crater after her
HOUSTON (AP) — Lunar love knows no bounds. Now hurtling home from the moon, the Artemis II astronauts took a poignant page from Apollo 8 earlier this week, proposing deeply personal names for a pair
Artemis 2 astronauts fly around the moon in record-breaking lunar loop by NASA
The four Artemis 2 astronauts have now traveled farther from Earth than anyone in history. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Brea
NASA’s Artemis II moon mission is focusing on its return to Earth
April 8, 2026 2 min read NASA’s Artemis II moon mission is focusing on its return to Earth The Artemis II spacecraft is due to splash down on April 10, and NASA officials and the astronauts onboard
Artemis crew returning to Earth with 'all the good stuff' from Moon discoveries
The Artemis II crew said they have "many more pictures" and "many more stories" to share with the world as they prepare to return to Earth. The four astronauts on board the Orion spacecraft have comp
Artemis crew returning to Earth with 'all the good stuff' from Moon discoveries
The Artemis II crew said they have "many more pictures" and "many more stories" to share with the world as they prepare to return to Earth. The four astronauts on board the Orion spacecraft have comp
Artemis 2 moon astronauts will try to recreate Apollo 8's historic 'Earthrise' photo during April 6 flyby
The crew also aims to capture "Earthset" as our planet slips below the lunar horizon. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Breaking
Artemis II breaks Apollo 13’s distance record with daring moon flyby that included a solar eclipse
The previous title was held by the Apollo 13 crew, who logged a maximum distance of 248,655 miles from Earth. After traveling deeper into space than any other humans, the Artemis II astronauts pointe