Trending Now - Artemis II Team Captures Breathtaking Images of Moon and Earth
WHO:
The Guardian - NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman stated that the Artemis II mission would not be at its current stage without Trump.
MacRumors - NASA has shared three photos shot on the iPhone 17 Pro Max by astronauts during the Artemis II mission to the Moon.
Fox News - NASA administrator Jared Isaacman stated that Artemis II would not be at its current stage without Trump.
BBC News - Astronauts on the Artemis II mission are on the third day of their journey around the far side of the Moon.
The Guardian - Pilot Victor Glover reported on the mission's progress and the view of Earth and the Moon.
CBS News - The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission, consisting of four astronauts.
NY Post - The Artemis II crew, which includes astronauts who captured images of Earth and the Moon.
WHAT:
Engadget - The Artemis II crew is expected to reach a point 252,757 miles from Earth at their apogee, breaking the previous record held by Apollo 13 by over 4,000 miles.
The Guardian - The astronauts reported persistent problems with the Orion capsule's toilet, which has been malfunctioning since launch.
The Guardian - The astronauts are using backup urine collection bags due to the toilet malfunction.
Space.com - The Artemis II astronauts are racing toward a new distance record on their moon flyby.
Engadget - The Artemis II crew is expected to reach a point 252,757 miles from Earth at their apogee, breaking the previous record held by Apollo 13 by over 4,000 miles.
CBS News - NASA released a new image of the far side of the Moon captured by the Artemis II crew on April 5th, 2026.
NY Post - NASA released several new photos taken by the Artemis II crew, including an updated version of the "Blue Marble" image on April 5th, 2026.
The Guardian - The astronauts reported a smell coming from the malfunctioning toilet in the Orion capsule, which is suspected to be caused by ice blocking the line.
The Guardian - The astronauts had breakfast on April 5th, 2026, consisting of scrambled eggs and coffee.
The Guardian - Commander Reid Wiseman described a moment of connection with his family during a call with his daughters from space as "the greatest moment of my entire life."
The Guardian - Astronaut Christina Koch mentioned that the crew was excited to see the Orientale Basin, which had never been seen by human eyes before April 5th, 2026.
Engadget - The Artemis II crew is expected to reach a point 4,066 miles from the Moon's surface at 7:02 PM on April 6th, 2026.
Engadget - The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will start at 2:45 PM ET on April 6th, 2026.
Engadget - The crew will experience a solar eclipse on April 6th, 2026, as Orion, the Moon, and the Sun align, causing the Sun to disappear behind the Moon for about an hour.
The Guardian - The Artemis II crew is expected to reach the far side of the Moon on April 6th, 2026.
The Guardian - The crew will travel over 4,000 miles from Earth at their closest approach to the Moon, surpassing the Apollo missions' altitude of about 70 miles.
CBS News - The Artemis II crew captured a new image of the far side of the Moon.
NY Post - NASA released several new photos taken by the Artemis II crew, including an updated version of the "Blue Marble" image.
Phys.org - The Artemis II astronauts began their fifth day of the mission on April 5th, 2026.
BBC News - The Artemis II crew saw the first glimpse of the far side of the Moon.
Engadget - The Artemis II crew is expected to reach a point 252,757 miles from Earth at their apogee, breaking the previous record held by Apollo 13 by over 4,000 miles.
Engadget - The crew will experience a solar eclipse on April 6th, 2026, as Orion, the Moon, and the Sun align, causing the Sun to disappear behind the Moon for about an hour.
CBS News - NASA released a new image of the far side of the Moon captured by the Artemis II crew on April 5th, 2026.
NY Post - NASA released several new photos taken by the Artemis II crew, including an updated version of the "Blue Marble" image on April 5th, 2026.
The Guardian - The astronauts reported a smell coming from the malfunctioning toilet in the Orion capsule, which is suspected to be caused by ice blocking the line.
The Guardian - The astronauts had breakfast on April 5th, 2026, consisting of scrambled eggs and coffee.
The Guardian - Commander Reid Wiseman described a moment of connection with his family during a call with his daughters from space as "the greatest moment of my entire life."
The Guardian - Astronaut Christina Koch mentioned that the crew was excited to see the Orientale Basin, which had never been seen by human eyes before April 5th, 2026.
Engadget - The Artemis II crew is expected to reach a point 4,066 miles from the Moon's surface at 7:02 PM on April 6th, 2026.
Engadget - The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will start at 2:45 PM ET on April 6th, 2026.
Engadget - The crew will experience a solar eclipse on April 6th, 2026, as Orion, the Moon, and the Sun align, causing the Sun to disappear behind the Moon for about an hour.
The Guardian - The Artemis II crew is expected to reach the far side of the Moon on April 6th, 2026.
The Guardian - The crew will travel over 4,000 miles from Earth at their closest approach to the Moon, surpassing the Apollo missions' altitude of about 70 miles.
CBS News - The Artemis II crew captured a new image of the far side of the Moon.
NY Post - NASA released several photos taken by the Artemis II crew, including an updated version of the "Blue Marble" image.
Phys.org - The Artemis II astronauts began their fifth day of the mission on April 5th, 2026.
BBC News - The Artemis II crew saw the first glimpse of the far side of the Moon.
Engadget - The Artemis II crew is expected to reach a point 252,757 miles from Earth at their apogee, breaking the previous record held by Apollo 13 by over 4,000 miles.
Engadget - The Artemis II crew entered the Moon’s "sphere of influence" at a distance of 39,000 miles from the Moon, four days, six hours, and two minutes into the mission.
The Guardian - The astronauts reported a smell coming from the malfunctioning toilet in the Orion capsule, which is suspected to be caused by ice blocking the line.
The Guardian - Debbie Korth, the deputy manager of NASA’s Orion program, stated that space toilets are always a challenge, referencing past issues with the space shuttle toilet.
Space.com - The Artemis II crew will see a solar eclipse from beyond the Moon's far side on April 6th, 2026, and will use the opportunity to make scientific observations.
The Guardian - NASA reported satisfaction with the progress of the Artemis II mission since the launch on April 1st, 2026.
The Guardian - The astronauts reported persistent problems with the Orion capsule's toilet, which has been malfunctioning since launch.
The Guardian - The astronauts are using backup urine collection bags due to the toilet malfunction.
CBS News - NASA released a new image of the far side of the Moon captured by the Artemis II crew on April 5th, 2026.
NY Post - NASA released several new photos taken by the Artemis II crew, including an updated version of the "Blue Marble" image on April 5th, 2026.
Space.com - The Artemis II crew is expected to see a solar eclipse on April 6th, 2026, as Orion, the Moon, and the Sun align, causing the Sun to disappear behind the Moon for about an hour.
Fox News - NASA administrator Jared Isaacman stated that Artemis II would not be at its current stage without Trump.
Engadget - The Artemis II crew is expected to surpass the distance record of 248,655 miles from Earth set by Apollo 13 in 1970.
The Guardian - The crew is expected to enter the "lunar sphere of influence" overnight from April 6th to April 7th, 2026.
The Guardian - The astronauts reported a smell coming from the malfunctioning toilet in the Orion capsule.
The Guardian - The astronauts had breakfast on April 5th, 2026, consisting of scrambled eggs and coffee.
The Guardian - Commander Reid Wiseman described a moment of connection with his family during a call with his daughters from space as "the greatest moment of my entire life."
The Guardian - Astronaut Christina Koch mentioned that the crew was excited to see the Orientale Basin, which had never been seen by human eyes before April 5th, 2026.
Engadget - The Artemis II crew is expected to reach a point 4,066 miles from the Moon's surface at 7:02 PM on April 6th, 2026.
Engadget - The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will start at 2:45 PM ET on April 6th, 2026.
Engadget - The crew will experience a solar eclipse on April 6th, 2026, as Orion, the Moon, and the Sun align, causing the Sun to disappear behind the Moon for about an hour.
The Guardian - The Artemis II crew is expected to reach the far side of the Moon on April 6th, 2026.
The Guardian - The crew will travel over 4,000 miles from Earth at their closest approach to the Moon, surpassing the Apollo missions' altitude of about 70 miles.
CBS News - The Artemis II crew captured a new image of the far side of the Moon.
NY Post - NASA released several photos taken by the Artemis II crew, including an updated version of the "Blue Marble" image.
Phys.org - The Artemis II astronauts began their fifth day of the mission on April 5th, 2026.
BBC News - The Artemis II crew saw the first glimpse of the far side of the Moon.
WHERE:
CBS News - The far side of the Moon.
NY Post - Earth, as viewed from space by the Artemis II crew.
WHEN:
Engadget - The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will start at 2:45 PM ET on April 6th, 2026, and the closest approach to the Moon is expected at 7:02 PM on the same day.
Engadget - The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will start at 2:45 PM ET on April 6th, 2026, and the closest approach to the Moon is expected at 7:02 PM on the same day.
Engadget - The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will start at 2:45 PM ET on April 6th, 2026, and the closest approach to the Moon is expected at 7:02 PM on the same day.
Engadget - The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will start at 2:45 PM ET on April 6th, 2026, and the closest approach to the Moon is expected at 7:02 PM on the same day.
Engadget - The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will start at 2:45 PM ET on April 6th, 2026, and the closest approach to the Moon is expected at 7:02 PM on the same day.
Space.com - The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will start at 2:45 PM ET on April 6th, 2026, and the closest approach to the Moon is expected at 7:02 PM on the same day.
The Guardian - The Artemis II mission began on April 1st, 2026, and the crew is currently on their fifth day of the journey.
CBS News - The image of the far side of the Moon was released on April 2nd, 2026.
Phys.org - The Artemis II mission began on April 1st, 2026, and the crew is currently on their fifth day of the journey.
Engadget - The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will start at 2:45 PM ET on April 6th, 2026, and the closest approach to the Moon is expected at 7:02 PM on the same day.
Engadget - The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will start at 2:45 PM ET on April 6th, 2026, and the closest approach to the Moon is expected at 7:02 PM on the same day.
Engadget - The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will start at 2:45 PM ET on April 6th, 2026, and the closest approach to the Moon is expected at 7:02 PM on the same day.
Space.com - The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will start at 2:45 PM ET on April 6th, 2026, and the closest approach to the Moon is expected at 7:02 PM on the same day.
The Guardian - The Artemis II mission began on April 1st, 2026, and the crew is currently on their fifth day of the journey.
CBS News - The image of the far side of the Moon was released on April 2nd, 2026.
Phys.org - The Artemis II mission began on April 1st, 2026, and the crew is currently on their fifth day of the journey.
Engadget - The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will start at 2:45 PM ET on April 6th, 2026, and the closest approach to the Moon is expected at 7:02 PM on the same day.
Engadget - The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will start at 2:45 PM ET on April 6th, 2026, and the closest approach to the Moon is expected at 7:02 PM on the same day.
Space.com - The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will start at 2:45 PM ET on April 6th, 2026, and the closest approach to the Moon is expected at 7:02 PM on the same day.
The Guardian - The Artemis II mission began on April 1st, 2026, and the crew is currently on their fifth day of the journey.
CBS News - The image of the far side of the Moon was released on April 2nd, 2026.
Phys.org - The Artemis II mission began on April 1st, 2026, and the crew is currently on their fifth day of the journey.
WHY:
The Guardian - NASA aims for a landing by two crew members near the lunar south pole in 2028 as part of its plan to establish a permanent lunar base.
The Guardian - NASA aims for a landing by two crew members near the lunar south pole in 2028 as part of its plan to establish a permanent lunar base.
The Guardian - NASA aims for a landing by two crew members near the lunar south pole in 2028 as part of its plan to establish a permanent lunar base.
BBC News - The stunning images serve to showcase the beauty of the Moon and Earth, highlighting the mission's scientific and exploratory goals.
HOW:
Engadget - The astronauts conducted manual piloting demonstrations and reviewed their science objectives for the six-hour observation period during the weekend prior to April 6th, 2026.
Engadget - The astronauts conducted manual piloting demonstrations and reviewed their science objectives for the six-hour observation period during the weekend prior to April 6th, 2026.
Engadget - The astronauts conducted manual piloting demonstrations and reviewed their science objectives for the six-hour observation period during the weekend prior to April 6th, 2026.
Engadget - The astronauts conducted manual piloting demonstrations and reviewed their science objectives for the six-hour observation period during the weekend prior to April 6th, 2026.
Engadget - The astronauts conducted manual piloting demonstrations and reviewed their science objectives for the six-hour observation period during the weekend prior to April 6th, 2026.
The Guardian - The astronauts are using backup urine collection bags due to a malfunction in the Orion capsule's toilet, which has been sporadically functioning since launch.
CBS News - The images were captured using cameras onboard the spacecraft as the crew journeyed through space.
Engadget - The astronauts conducted manual piloting demonstrations and reviewed their science objectives for the six-hour observation period during the weekend prior to April 6th, 2026.
Engadget - The astronauts conducted manual piloting demonstrations and reviewed their science objectives for the six-hour observation period during the weekend prior to April 6th, 2026.
Engadget - The astronauts conducted manual piloting demonstrations and reviewed their science objectives for the six-hour observation period during the weekend prior to April 6th, 2026.
The Guardian - The astronauts are using backup urine collection bags due to a malfunction in the Orion capsule's toilet, which has been sporadically functioning since launch.
CBS News - The images were captured using cameras onboard the spacecraft as the crew journeyed through space.
(UPDATED April 6, 2026 17:10 UTC)
NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced that the Artemis II mission would not be at its current stage without Trump, as the crew prepares to break a significant record by reaching an apogee of 252,757 miles from Earth, surpassing Apollo 13 by over 4,000 miles. However, the astronauts are facing challenges with the Orion capsule's toilet, which has been malfunctioning since launch, forcing them to rely on backup urine collection bags. The lunar observation period for the crew will kick off at 2:45 PM ET on Monday, with their closest approach to the Moon expected at 7:02 PM.
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(UPDATED April 6, 2026 15:10 UTC)
NASA has shared stunning photos taken by astronauts on the Artemis II mission using the iPhone 17 Pro Max, as the crew races toward a new distance record during their moon flyby. They are expected to reach an impressive apogee of 252,757 miles from Earth, surpassing the previous record set by Apollo 13 by over 4,000 miles, with their lunar observation period kicking off at 2:45 PM ET and the closest approach to the Moon at 7:02 PM on Monday. This mission is part of NASA's broader plan to establish a permanent lunar base, with a targeted landing by two crew members near the lunar south pole planned for 2028.
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(UPDATED April 6, 2026 13:17 UTC)
NASA has released stunning new images from the Artemis II crew, including a fresh look at the far side of the Moon and an updated "Blue Marble" image, both captured on Sunday. As the crew enjoys their fifth day in space, they reported a malfunctioning toilet in the Orion capsule, which has led them to use backup urine collection bags, while Commander Reid Wiseman shared a heartfelt moment with his daughters during a call from orbit. The lunar observation period is set to begin at 2:45 PM ET on Monday, with the crew expected to reach their closest approach to the Moon at 7:02 PM, where they will also experience a solar eclipse as the Moon aligns with the Sun.
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(UPDATED April 6, 2026 11:12 UTC)
NASA administrator Jared Isaacman announced that Artemis II would not be at its current stage without Trump, as the mission prepares for a significant milestone. The crew is set to reach an impressive apogee of 252,757 miles from Earth, surpassing the Apollo 13 record by over 4,000 miles, while also experiencing a solar eclipse on Monday as Orion, the Moon, and the Sun align. The lunar observation period will kick off at 2:45 PM ET, with the closest approach to the Moon expected at 7:02 PM, as NASA aims for a landing by two crew members near the lunar south pole in 2028 to establish a permanent base.
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(UPDATED April 6, 2026 09:16 UTC)
NASA has released stunning new images captured by the Artemis II crew, including a fresh take on the iconic "Blue Marble" and a breathtaking view of the far side of the Moon, which was seen by human eyes for the first time on Sunday. The astronauts, now on their fifth day of the mission, reported a malfunctioning toilet in the Orion capsule and enjoyed a breakfast of scrambled eggs and coffee, while Commander Reid Wiseman shared a heartfelt moment with his daughters during a call from space. As the crew prepares for their closest approach to the Moon at 7:02 PM on Monday, they are also set to experience a solar eclipse as Orion, the Moon, and the Sun align.
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(UPDATED April 6, 2026 07:17 UTC)
The Artemis II crew is set to break a significant record by reaching an apogee of 252,757 miles from Earth, surpassing the previous mark held by Apollo 13 by over 4,000 miles. As they entered the Moon’s sphere of influence at a distance of 39,000 miles, the astronauts reported a smell from a malfunctioning toilet in the Orion capsule, likely due to ice blocking the line. The lunar observation period will kick off at 2:45 PM ET, with the crew's closest approach to the Moon anticipated at 7:02 PM on Monday.
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(UPDATED April 6, 2026 05:38 UTC)
Astronauts on the Artemis II mission are currently on the third day of their journey around the far side of the Moon and will experience a solar eclipse from that vantage point on Monday, using the opportunity to make scientific observations. NASA has expressed satisfaction with the mission's progress since its launch on Wednesday, but the crew is dealing with a malfunctioning toilet in the Orion capsule and is relying on backup urine collection bags. The lunar observation period for the crew will begin at 2:45 PM ET, with their closest approach to the Moon expected at 7:02 PM.
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(UPDATED April 6, 2026 03:54 UTC)
NASA has just released stunning new images of the far side of the Moon, captured by the Artemis II crew on Sunday, including an updated version of the iconic "Blue Marble" photo. on Monday, the crew is set to experience a solar eclipse as Orion, the Moon, and the Sun align, causing the Sun to disappear behind the Moon for about an hour. The lunar observation period for the Artemis II crew will kick off at 2:45 PM ET, with their closest approach to the Moon anticipated at 7:02 PM.
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(UPDATED April 6, 2026 01:18 UTC)
NASA administrator Jared Isaacman stated that Artemis II would not be at its current stage without Trump, as the crew prepares to break the distance record of 248,655 miles from Earth set by Apollo 13 in 1970. The astronauts are expected to enter the "lunar sphere of influence" overnight from on Monday to April 7th, and they recently reported a smell coming from a malfunctioning toilet in the Orion capsule. Commander Reid Wiseman shared a touching moment with his family during a call with his daughters, calling it "the greatest moment of my entire life," while astronaut Christina Koch expressed excitement about seeing the Orientale Basin for the first time.
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(UPDATED April 5, 2026 23:02 UTC)
The Artemis II crew is set to reach a point 4,066 miles from the Moon's surface at 7:02 PM April 6th, with their lunar observation period beginning at 2:45 PM ET that same day. During this mission, the crew will experience a solar eclipse as Orion, the Moon, and the Sun align, causing the Sun to disappear behind the Moon for about an hour. Over the weekend, the astronauts conducted manual piloting demonstrations and reviewed their science objectives for the six-hour observation period.
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(UPDATED April 5, 2026 21:03 UTC)
The Artemis II crew is currently on their fifth day of the mission, which began on Wednesday, and they are expected to reach the far side of the Moon April 6th. During their journey, they will travel over 4,000 miles from Earth at their closest approach, exceeding the Apollo missions' altitude of about 70 miles. Meanwhile, the astronauts are using backup urine collection bags due to a malfunction in the Orion capsule's toilet, which has been intermittently functioning since the launch.
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(UPDATED April 5, 2026 19:09 UTC)
NASA's Artemis II mission crew, consisting of four astronauts, is currently on their fifth day of the journey, having begun the mission on Wednesday. on Thursday, the crew released stunning images, including a new view of the far side of the Moon and an updated version of the iconic "Blue Marble" image of Earth. These captivating photos, taken with onboard cameras, highlight the mission's scientific and exploratory goals, showcasing the beauty of both the Moon and our planet.