Artemis program

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SpaceX's upgraded Super Heavy-Starship rocket launched on its 13th test flight. The rocket is critical for NASA's Artemis program to land astronauts on the moon.

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman met with House Republicans but did not request additional funding for the agency’s upcoming missions, including returning humans to the moon and building a Mars spacecraft. He emphasized NASA’s existing budget and the House’s draft bill restoring funding levels, contrasting with the White House’s 2027 budget proposal that included a 25% cut.

NASA's Apollo lunar lander enabled 12 astronauts to land on the moon, starting with Apollo 11's Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin in 1969. The lunar modules, including Eagle, remain on the moon, and NASA's Artemis program involves private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin for future lunar missions.

NASA's Apollo program used lunar landers to put 12 astronauts on the moon, starting with Apollo 11's Eagle module in 1969. The descent stages of these landers remain on the moon, while private companies like SpaceX and Blue Origin are developing new lunar landers for NASA's Artemis program, aiming for a return to the moon by 2028.

A U.S.-Russian crew, including NASA astronaut Anil Menon and Russian cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina, arrived at the International Space Station for an eight-month mission. The launch from Kazakhstan highlighted ongoing U.S.-Russia cooperation in space despite geopolitical tensions over Russia’s actions in Ukraine.

A U.S.-Russian crew, including NASA astronaut Anil Menon and Russian cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina, successfully launched aboard Soyuz MS-29 for an eight-month mission to the International Space Station. The mission highlights ongoing U.S.-Russia cooperation in space despite geopolitical tensions over Russia’s actions in Ukraine.

NASA has announced the astronaut crew for the Artemis 3 mission. The mission is part of NASA's Artemis program aimed at returning humans to the Moon.

Blue Origin’s New Glenn rocket exploded during a test in Cape Canaveral, with no injuries reported. The rocket is critical to NASA’s Artemis program for returning American astronauts to the moon.

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded during a test firing at Cape Canaveral, damaging the launch pad and delaying moonshot plans under NASA's Artemis program. The incident, which caused a visible fireball and structural damage, resulted in no injuries but prompted warnings about potential wreckage washing ashore.

A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded during an engine test in Cape Canaveral on May 28, 2026, damaging the launch pad and creating a visible fireball. No injuries were reported, but the incident is a setback for Blue Origin's Artemis program moon missions and follows a recent grounding of its New Glenn fleet.

A Blue Origin New Glenn rocket exploded during an engine-firing test at Cape Canaveral, causing no injuries but delaying a planned satellite launch. The company aims to investigate the cause and resume operations, with implications for NASA's Artemis program and lunar lander missions.

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded during an engine-firing test at Cape Canaveral, causing no injuries but disrupting plans for an upcoming satellite launch. Jeff Bezos stated the company will investigate the cause and rebuild as needed, while NASA emphasized the challenges of developing heavy-lift launch capabilities.

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket exploded during an engine-firing test at Cape Canaveral, causing no injuries but delaying a planned satellite launch. Jeff Bezos stated the company will investigate the cause and continue development, while NASA emphasized the challenges of building heavy-lift launch systems for the Artemis program.

NASA announced three Moon missions (Moon Base I, II, III) by 2026 to establish a permanent lunar base, using commercial landers from Blue Origin and Astrobotic to test technologies for sustained human presence and Mars exploration.

SpaceX launched its upgraded Starship V3 on a test flight from Texas on May 22, 2026, carrying 20 mock Starlink satellites. Despite engine issues, the spacecraft reached the Indian Ocean and exploded as expected, marking progress for NASA's Artemis moon program and future Mars missions.

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced a major organizational restructuring aimed at reducing bureaucracy and improving operational efficiency. The changes will focus resources on priority objectives including the Artemis Program, lunar base development, space nuclear power, and low-Earth orbit economy. No jobs will be eliminated and no field centers will be closed.

NASA announced plans to build a Moon Base that will support astronauts during long-term lunar missions. The announcement follows the successful completion of Artemis II, marking progress toward establishing sustained human presence on the Moon.

SpaceX has set a new record for the tallest rocket ever built with its Starship Version 3, featuring numerous upgrades including higher-thrust Raptor engines and a reusable lattice-like structure. This version is expected to begin experimenting with in-orbit refueling, enabling flights to the Moon. Starship remains an iterative development program with new versions in the pipeline.

The Artemis crew demonstrated the cramped conditions of NASA's Orion capsule to Fallon, highlighting the spacecraft's limited space. The event provided a firsthand look at the challenges of space travel aboard the Orion.

Artemis astronauts displayed an awkward reaction when U.S. President Donald Trump teased the possibility of classified UFO files being released soon. The comment highlights ongoing public interest in UFO-related government information.

NASA's Artemis program to return humans to the Moon by 2028 faces delays due to funding shortages and technical challenges. The setback threatens international partnerships and could push the mission beyond the original timeline.

NASA has released a gallery of Artemis mission posters, highlighting the agency's lunar exploration efforts. The article links to the official NASA gallery and a Hacker News comment thread with minimal engagement.

NASA is preparing to return humans to the moon for the first time in over 50 years through its Artemis program, with likely candidates including astronauts from NASA and international partners. The mission aims to establish a sustainable lunar presence and identify the next individuals to walk on the moon.

Artemis II crew, including pilot Victor Glover, discussed their Moon mission experiences with media six days after returning to Earth. Glover, a naval aviator and former Crew Dragon pilot, played a key role in testing Orion during the Artemis II mission, which aims to return humans to the Moon and establish a base.

The NASA Artemis II crew has reflected on their historic mission, which marks a significant step in space exploration. The mission is part of NASA's Artemis program aimed at returning humans to the Moon.

Elon Musk's SpaceX and Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin are competing to develop lunar landers for NASA's upcoming moon missions. The contest involves launching landers to a 250-mile-high orbit as part of NASA's Artemis program.

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman declared the U.S. is 'absolutely back' in the space race, emphasizing plans to establish a lunar base and eventually send astronauts to Mars under the Trump-era Artemis program. The U.S. aims to outpace China's lunar ambitions, with missions targeting the moon's South Pole starting in 2027.

The Artemis crew completed a nine-day lunar voyage, traveling further from Earth than any humans in history. The astronauts were celebrated in Houston upon their return.

The Artemis crew completed a nine-day lunar voyage, traveling further from Earth than any humans in history. The mission marked a significant milestone in space exploration, with the crew welcomed back to Houston.

The Artemis crew successfully completed a historic nine-day mission to the Moon and returned safely to Earth, splashing down in the Pacific Ocean. They traveled further from Earth than any humans before.

The Artemis Program's success hinges on the reentry phase, which has historically led to the cancellation of past space programs. Artemis II's final test involves astronauts returning from the moon at 32 times the speed of sound.

The Artemis crew is returning to Earth after collecting lunar discoveries, including numerous images and stories from their Moon mission. The astronauts emphasized the significance of their findings and the wealth of data gathered.

Astronauts on the International Space Station observed NASA's historic Artemis 2 launch from space. NASA astronaut Jessica Meir captured an image of the Artemis program patch floating in the ISS cupola during the event.