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.
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The Artemis II team gained a new member, and the crew made sure their youngest teammate had the right stuff for space.
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.
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 The Science Guy, the chief ambassador of The Planetary Society, joins "CBS Mornings" to demonstrate some experiments that break down the Artemis II mission.
During a CBS News town hall with the Artemis II crew, Victor Glover spoke about being the first person of color to fly to or around the moon. "I focused a lot on working with this team," Glover told the audience.
Artemis astronauts answered questions from students on the advice they would give to aspiring astronauts, their dream for space exploration, and also detailed the toilet malfunction and what showering in space was like.
The Artemis II astronauts joined "CBS Mornings" for a live town hall where they took questions from kids just weeks after returning from their historic moon mission.
In a heartwarming moment, the Artemis II crew surprised Jack, a 5-year-old space enthusiast and aspiring astronaut, with a new spacesuit signed by the astronauts.
Artemis II pilot Victor Glover spoke about his dreams for space exploration, which includes astronauts making it to Mars one day. The crew also revealed if they would return to space.
The Artemis II astronauts said they actually really enjoyed the space food, but it was a familiar candy they enjoyed after splashing down in the Pacific Ocean.
Ron Howard joined "CBS Mornings" to talk about directing his 11995 film, "Apollo 13," and the duality of watching the Artemis II astronauts' liftoff in April. The crew also shared how Howard's film impacted them, and Howard recalled a story where he told Kevin Bacon, "You get 10 extra close-ups if you keep your mouth shut!"
Artemis II astronaut Christina Koch discussed her experience on the historic spaceflight and how it differed from her extended stays on the International Space Station.
Artemis II astronauts revealed what they were munching on as they waited for rescue forces to open the Orion Capsule's hatch after splashdown. The bag of candy was in Christina Koch's spacesuit pocket.
Artemis II astronauts, speaking to an audience of students, took questions about teamwork, the most memorable moment they would like to experience again and the toughest decisions they had to make during the historic moon mission.
Artemis II astronauts joined "CBS Mornings" for a town hall, "Artemis II: A Celebration of Heroes." They described the moments before liftoff and splashdown, and the funny moment just after coming back to Earth that prompted "CBS Mornings" co-host Gayle King to say, "astronauts, they're just like us."
Artemis astronaut Christina Koch said "teamwork is 100% everything" when it comes to the success of the moon mission. She called out her teammates "on the ground" as the "real heroes."
Artemis astronaut Christina Koch recalled readjusting her body to Earth's gravity after returning from space, while Reid Wiseman recalled capturing photos from their trip to the moon. "It's spectacular," Wiseman told "CBS Mornings."
President Trump hosted the Artemis II astronauts at the White House on Wednesday and answered reporters' questions on several topics. CBS News White House reporter Aaron Navarro joins with analysis following the president's remarks.
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"This experiment's never been run before on another world," said Amy Williams, an astrobiologist working on the Curiosity mission.
Fresh off the successful Artemis II mission, the White House is looking to make a 23% cut to NASA's budget. Bill Nye joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Charles Duke, a former NASA astronaut and Air Force officer who became the youngest person to walk on the moon during the 1972 Apollo 16 mission, sits down with "CBS Saturday Morning" to reflect on U.S. space exploration amid the recent Artemis II moon mission.
The Artemis II crew describes their mission around the far side of the moon, what it's like to be home again and how the lunar flyby helped to unite humanity.
The Artemis II astronauts spoke with Tony Dokoupil in one of their first interviews since returning from the far side of the moon.
The four Artemis II astronauts struggled to describe the view and overall experience of flying around the moon's far side and witnessing a solar eclipse in deep space.
As many as three tankers came under attack in the Strait of Hormuz as the U.S. and Iran continued exchanging threats, with peace talks on hold.
Amid simmering tensions between the U.S. and some NATO allies over Iran and Greenland, President Trump is tightening bonds with Turkey.
Democrats have a brief window of time to replace Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner on the ballot if he drops out of the race amid a sexual assault allegation.
An investigator testified that a video shows Tyler Robinson going over a railing onto a rooftop, crouching down and running to a site overlooking where Charlie Kirk was speaking.
The top Republicans in the Senate spoke with the Kentucky Republican by phone this week, according to their spokespeople.
An indictment announced in Los Angeles accuses Lawrence Bishnoi and another defendant of ordering the killing of "H.S.N." — the apparent initials for Hardeep Singh Nijjar, who was gunned down on June 18, 2023, near a Sikh temple in Surrey, British Columbia.
Mexico said it is investigating whether its sovereignty was violated by the United States in the 2024 capture of drug lord Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada.
Ohio police say they've solved a man's 1985 murder using old evidence, including items found soon after the killing behind a Cracker Barrel in Georgia.
Prince Harry has lost his case against the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday tabloids, with the top U.K. court dismissing claims of illegal information gathering.
An investigator testified that a video shows Tyler Robinson going over a railing onto a rooftop, crouching down and running to a site overlooking where Charlie Kirk was speaking.
The top Republicans in the Senate spoke with the Kentucky Republican by phone this week, according to their spokespeople.
The cost of a first-class Forever stamp has climbed 41% since 2021, and postal officials have signaled they want prices to rise even more.
An indictment announced in Los Angeles accuses Lawrence Bishnoi and another defendant of ordering the killing of "H.S.N." — the apparent initials for Hardeep Singh Nijjar, who was gunned down on June 18, 2023, near a Sikh temple in Surrey, British Columbia.
Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont said Tuesday that he spoke with Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner and recommended that he exit the Senate race.
The cost of a first-class Forever stamp has climbed 41% since 2021, and postal officials have signaled they want prices to rise even more.
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
President Trump praised Walmart and said the lower prices are the result of "my Administration's request to celebrate our great Country's 250th birthday."
Toyota is shifting most production of its midsize Tacoma pickup truck from Mexico to the U.S. as part of a $3.6 billion investment in its Texas plant.
AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood is set to star in her first feature film, with her creator saying that "art will be imitating life."
Democrats have a brief window of time to replace Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner on the ballot if he drops out of the race amid a sexual assault allegation.
The top Republicans in the Senate spoke with the Kentucky Republican by phone this week, according to their spokespeople.
An indictment announced in Los Angeles accuses Lawrence Bishnoi and another defendant of ordering the killing of "H.S.N." — the apparent initials for Hardeep Singh Nijjar, who was gunned down on June 18, 2023, near a Sikh temple in Surrey, British Columbia.
Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont said Tuesday that he spoke with Maine Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner and recommended that he exit the Senate race.
Rahm Emanuel is viewed as a potential Democratic presidential candidate and has been a longtime defender of Israel.
The FDA is urging parents and caregivers to immediately stop using a Nara Organics-brand formula after several infants contracted botulism.
A Florida man thought he had carefully planned for a seamless switch between health plans. It was anything but.
A "purple" air quality alert was issued for Washington, D.C., and surrounding areas, on Sunday, meaning pollution reached levels considered "very unhealthy."
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The CDC is reporting the highest rate of emergency room visits from tick bites since 2017 in many parts of the U.S.
Mexico said it is investigating whether its sovereignty was violated by the United States in the 2024 capture of drug lord Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada.
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Populist British lawmaker Nigel Farage has resigned amid a financial scandal, but says he'll run in a snap election to reclaim his seat.
Prince Harry has lost his case against the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday tabloids, with the top U.K. court dismissing claims of illegal information gathering.
Le Pen is now eligible to run in the forthcoming election, but would have to do so wearing an electronic tag, something she has previously ruled out.
Prince Harry has lost his case against the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday tabloids, with the top U.K. court dismissing claims of illegal information gathering.
Common speaks to "CBS Mornings" about starring in the series "Silo," which is back for a third season. The Oscar, Emmy and Grammy Award winner reveals what drew him to his character. He also discusses recent performances, including at the BET Awards and the opening of the Obama Presidential Center.
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Mexico said it is investigating whether its sovereignty was violated by the United States in the 2024 capture of drug lord Ismael "El Mayo" Zambada.
Charlie Kirk's alleged killer, Tyler Robinson, is back in a Utah court for a preliminary hearing. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more details.
Kerr Kriisa posed as other people and falsely claimed he and his family urgently needed money to deal with an emergency, the indictment says.
Democratic leadership is pushing Maine's Graham Platner to remove himself from the Senate race after a former partner accused Platner of sexual assault. CBS News' Caitlin Huey-Burns has the latest details.
Prosecutors in Utah began presenting their case on Monday against Tyler Robinson, who is accused of killing Charlie Kirk, during a five-day preliminary hearing. Prosecutors are aiming to prove they have enough evidence to move forward with a murder trial against Robinson, who has not yet entered a plea. Carter Evans reports.
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FireSat satellites, equipped with specialized cameras and imaging software, are helping detect wildfires from space. Muon Space CEO Jonny Dyer explains how the satellites could help firefighting efforts.
Senate Democrats including Elizabeth Warren, Ron Wyden, and Chuck Schumer are pressing businesses linked to President Trump about his settlement with the IRS barring the agency from pursuing certain tax claims against him, questioning whether it covers affiliated firms. Jake Rosen reports.
Charlie Kirk's alleged killer, Tyler Robinson, is back in a Utah court for a preliminary hearing. CBS News' Katrina Kaufman has more details.
Sen. Bernie Sanders says he told Graham Platner to drop out of his Senate race in Maine after a woman accused Platner of sexual assault. CBS News' Fin Gómez has more.
Illinois Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss President Trump's announcement at the NATO summit that he's lifting U.S. sanctions on Turkey.