NASA gears up for Artemis II crew's return to Earth
With Artemis II astronauts closing out on-board tests, flight controllers are prepping for reentry and splashdown Friday.
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Ex-astronauts react to Artemis II's lunar flyby
On Monday, the Artemis II crew traveled farther from Earth than any human before. As the Orion capsule made its lunar flyby, the four astronauts aboard became the first humans to see some parts of the moon's far side with the naked eye. Several former NASA astronauts joined CBS News to weigh in on the historic moment.
Artemis II astronauts on Day 7
With the Artemis II crew making its way back home to Earth, NASA has released stunning photos the astronauts took during their historic lunar fly-by. CBS News national correspondent Mark Strassmann has more from the Johnson Space Center in Houston.
What new photos from Artemis II show us
NASA released imagery on Tuesday from the Artemis II crew's history-making lunar flyby around the far side of the moon. Former NASA astronaut and physicist James Newman joins "The Daily Report" to discuss the historic mission.
Former astronaut on images of moon's far side
NASA released stunning photos on Tuesday taken by Artemis II, including a view from the far side of the moon. Retired NASA astronaut Terry Virts joins "The Takeout" with his reaction.
Artemis II crew on path back to Earth after historic trip around the moon
The Artemis II crew flew farther from Earth than any humans in history as they passed over the far side of the moon on Monday night.
Astronomer on new details about far side of moon
Astronauts aboard the Artemis II broke the record Monday for the farthest distance humans have ever traveled from Earth. Franklin Institute chief astronomer Derrick Pitts joins CBS News with analysis.
Retired NASA astronaut on new Artemis II record
Artemis II set a new record for human space flight on Monday, flying farther away from Earth than any crewed vessel has in the past. Retired NASA astronaut Cady Coleman joins "The Takeout" with her reaction.
Daughter of astronauts on being in a space family
The Artemis II crew made history on Monday as they set the record for the farthest distance traveled from Earth. Kristin Fisher, daughter of two former NASA astronauts and founder of Endless Void Studios, joins CBS News to discuss the milestone.
Artemis II astronauts speak on their moon mission
The Artemis II astronauts spoke with CBS News senior national correspondent Mark Strassmann from space as they flew closer to the moon.
Ex-NASA astronaut explains Artemis II experiments
Friday marks Day 3 of the Artemis II mission around the moon. Retired NASA astronaut Bonnie Dunbar joins "The Takeout" with analysis.
Astronauts take questions en route to moon
As the Artemis II rocket flew towards the moon on Thursday, the crew of astronauts answered questions about the accomplishment, any technical hiccups and more.
What Artemis II astronauts will do in space
Former NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson joins CBS News to discuss what the Artemis II astronauts will do as they orbit the Earth after takeoff.
How do astronauts use the bathroom?
The science and technology behind using the restroom in space continues to evolve. CBS News senior transportation correspondent Kris Van Cleave looks at the out-of-this-world facilities available to the Artemis II crew.
Why astronauts play cards before launch
Minutes before departing for the launch pad on Wednesday, the Artemis II crew completed one final task: a game of cards. Retired NASA astronaut and U.S. Navy SEAL Chris Cassidy joins CBS News to discuss the mission.
Special Report: Artemis II launches on historic moon mission
The Artemis II mission lifted off on Wednesday from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida. Tony Dokoupil anchored CBS News' special report on the launch.
These 4 astronauts are making history on flight around the moon
NASA's Artemis II astronauts — three space station veterans and a Canadian rookie — stand out even in an astronaut corps full of super achievers.
Meet the Artemis II crew
The first woman, Black man and Canadian to fly around the moon are on Artemis II, which launched Wednesday evening. Former NASA astronaut Ron Garan has more about the mission.
Artemis II blasts off in historic moon mission
Four astronauts lifted off from Kennedy Space Center, kicking off NASA's Artemis II mission to the moon. Tony Dokoupil, Mark Strassmann, Bill Harwood and Rob Marciano have more.
Artemis II gets go command for launch
NASA ran its final "go/no-go poll," ahead of the planned Artemis II flight on Wednesday. Retired NASA astronaut Peggy Whitson and CBS News senior space consultant Bill Harwood reacted to the command.
Mark and Scott Kelly on Artemis II launch
NASA says the Artemis II launch is now a "GO," after experiencing a technical issue. The final hatch on the rocket closed with less than an hour until the planned launch. Sen. Mark Kelly and his brother Scott, both former NASA astronauts, join CBS News from the Kennedy Space Center to discuss.
Former astronaut on bathroom breaks
The four-person crew of the Artemis II mission are scheduled to launch Wednesday on a nine-and-a-half day journey around the moon. Former NASA administrator and astronaut Charles Bolden joins CBS News to discuss some of the human aspects of the trip.
Everything to know about NASA's Artemis II moon mission
NASA launched four astronauts on a historic nine-day trip around the moon and back. Here's everything to know about the Artemis II mission.
Significance of Artemis II moon mission
NASA is counting down to its first crewed mission around the moon in more than 50 years. Tariq Malik, editor-in-chief of Space.com, joins CBS News with more.
From 2016: Astronaut Scott Kelly returns to Earth
On March 2, 2016, NASA astronaut Scott Kelly touched down on Earth after spending 340 days aboard the International Space Station, then the longest spaceflight ever by an American, as part of a mission to study the health impacts of extended space travel. Watch CBS News' coverage of Kelly's return.
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USPS halts contributions to pension plan after warning of "cash crisis"
The U.S. Postal Service, which lost $9 billion in 2025, recently warned that it could run out of money within 12 months.
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USPS halts contributions to pension plan after warning of "cash crisis"
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Creature thought to be world's oldest octopus isn't an octopus after all
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March smashed heat records in several ways, federal data shows
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"Survivor 50" castaway talks elimination
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NASA drops Artemis II moon mission playlist with astronauts' wake-up songs
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Behind Anthropic's alarming AI model
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Stunning photos from Artemis II show Earth, moon, eclipse from space
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"Ketamine Queen" sentenced to 15 years
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Husband arrested after wife falls overboard
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Doctor found guilty of attempted manslaughter
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Doctor accused of trying to kill wife on hike found guilty of attempted manslaughter
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NASA drops Artemis II moon mission playlist with astronauts' wake-up songs
The moon music tradition started more than 50 years ago, NASA said as it shared the Artemis II crew's playlist this week.
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Artemis II astronauts find hidden Easter eggs as they close in on the moon
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