SpaceX launches Starship on giant rocket's first flight to orbit
The Super Heavy-Starship rocket's 14th test flight, the first boosting the upper stage to orbit, marked a major milestone for both SpaceX and NASA.
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Trump signs executive order to create a U.S. Space Academy
"Space is the hot thing," President Trump said at the NASA Johnson Space Center in Houston.
Trump awards Artemis II crew
President Trump awarded the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of Artemis II and announced the creation of a U.S. Space Academy on Friday. CBS News' Bill Harwood and Ed O'Keefe have more.
Trump to honor Artemis II crew with nation's top space medal
President Trump plans to award the Congressional Space Medal of Honor to the crew of NASA's Artemis II mission in a ceremony Aug. 28.
SpaceX's Super Heavy-Starship blasts off on 13th test flight
An upgraded version of the world's most powerful rocket is key to landing NASA astronauts on the moon in the agency's Artemis program.
NASA chief defends choice of all-male crew for Artemis III mission
NASA's Jared Isaacman says the crew was selected solely based on their experience, expertise and availability for flight assignment.
NASA administrator on Artemis III mission
NASA administrator Jared Isaacman talks with "CBS Mornings" about the astronauts selected for the Artemis III mission, how this mission is different and a potential moon landing in 2028.
The goals and challenges for Artemis III
Four astronauts are expected to launch into Earth orbit next year as part of NASA's goal to return to the lunar surface. Retired NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the mission's goals and challenges.
Full Interview: New Artemis III crew
NASA on Tuesday announced the four Artemis III astronauts: commander Randy "Komrade" Bresnik, pilot Luca Parmitano, mission specialist Frank Rubio and mission specialist Andre Douglas. The four spoke with CBS News' Mark Strassmann about the assignment.
NASA administrator on Artemis III mission
NASA administrator Jared Isaacman speaks with CBS News' Mark Strassmann about the upcoming Artemis III mission, its complexity, NASA's plans for an eventual moon base and more.
NASA names 4 astronauts for next Artemis mission
NASA's Artemis III astronauts plan to carry out rendezvous and docking procedures with commercial moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
NASA names astronauts for Artemis III mission
NASA has announced the names of four astronauts and a backup crew member for the Artemis III mission to the moon. The crew includes NASA commander Randy Bresnik, European Space Agency astronaut Luca Parmitano, who will serve as the pilot, and NASA's Andre Douglas and Frank Rubio, who will serve as mission specialists. The group is expected to test rendezvous and docking procedures with moon landers being built by SpaceX and Blue Origin.
NASA to announce Artemis III astronauts
NASA on Wednesday is set to announce the astronauts it selected for the Artemis III mission, which is expected to launch in 2027. Mark Strassmann has more.
Blue Origin assesses impact of New Glenn explosion
Blue Origin assess the impact of Thursday's New Glenn explosion, prompting concern about NASA moon program delays.
Blue Origin searches for answers after explosion
Blue Origin suffered a significant setback on Thursday night when one of its rockets exploded on the launch pad. The massive fireball could be seen for miles. CBS News space consultant Bill Harwood joins to assess what's next.
NASA's moon base plans include landers, buggies and drones for 2028 mission
Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin, Astrolab, Lunar Outpost and Firefly Aerospace are awarded with hundreds of millions of dollars in NASA contracts for the first phase of its moon base plans.
SpaceX launches more powerful Super Heavy-Starship rocket
Perfecting SpaceX's mammoth rocket will be critical to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the surface of the moon.
Highlights of Artemis astronauts' town hall
Artemis II astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen shared details about their historic trip around the moon, including funny moments, during a CBS News town hall. The astronauts were also joined by "Apollo 13" director Ron Howard. Here are a few highlights.
A Town Hall with the Artemis Astronauts
Artemis II astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen join "CBS Mornings" for a special live town hall where they share details about their historic moon mission and take questions from students, the next generation of space explorers.
Bill Nye on the Artemis II moon mission
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins CBS News 24/7 Mornings with more after meeting the Artemis II crew in person after their successful mission around the moon.
Artemis crew surprises 5-year-old aspiring astronaut with special gift
The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
What's next for the Artemis missions?
Last month the Artemis II crew completed its historic mission, traveling to the far side of the moon. In 2028, NASA plans to send astronauts back to the moon. Mark Strassmann reports on what comes next for the Artemis missions.
Astronaut on broken toilet, space showers
Artemis astronaut Christina Koch explained the crew's broken toilet troubles and why she thinks showers in space "are great." The crew appeared on "CBS Mornings" for a CBS News town hall.
Artemis crew's surprise, true or false quiz
The Artemis II crew surprised a 5-year-old boy space enthusiast and answered "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King's true or false questions about burping in space and whether you become taller in space. The crew appeared for a CBS News town hall "Artemis II: A Celebration of Heroes."
Bill Nye brings Artemis mission to life
Bill Nye The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins "CBS Mornings" to demonstrate some experiments that break down the Artemis II mission.
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