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The Collective Effervescence of Artemis II

Collective effervescence is a shared emotional state that enhances life satisfaction and can be experienced during significant social events.

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NASA already has next Artemis flight in its sights following astronauts' triumphant moon flyby

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NASA's Dragonfly will go where no nuclear-powered rotorcraft has gone before

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Rockets and spaceships are cool, but the humanity of Artemis II resonated most

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After a whirlwind mission to the moon, astronauts are back home. Here's what's next

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Watch moment recovery crew opened hatch to NASA Artemis II astronauts

NASA's Artemis II mission successfully returned astronauts after a historic journey around the moon, culminating in a joyful splashdown in the Pacific Ocean.

Artemis II made a safe return from the moon. So what did we really gain?

NASA's Artemis II mission successfully completed a journey of 694,481 miles, marking a significant milestone in lunar exploration.

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2 days ago

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NASA already has next Artemis flight in its sights following astronauts' triumphant moon flyby

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NASA's Dragonfly will go where no nuclear-powered rotorcraft has gone before

NASA's Dragonfly mission will explore Titan, Saturn's largest moon, using a nuclear-powered octocopter to search for signs of extraterrestrial life.

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Rockets and spaceships are cool, but the humanity of Artemis II resonated most

NASA's Artemis II mission successfully demonstrated the capabilities of its Space Launch System and Orion spacecraft, marking a significant milestone in human space exploration.

US news

After a whirlwind mission to the moon, astronauts are back home. Here's what's next

17 hours ago

Watch moment recovery crew opened hatch to NASA Artemis II astronauts

NASA's Artemis II mission successfully returned astronauts after a historic journey around the moon, culminating in a joyful splashdown in the Pacific Ocean.

Artemis II made a safe return from the moon. So what did we really gain?

NASA's Artemis II mission successfully completed a journey of 694,481 miles, marking a significant milestone in lunar exploration.

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SpaceX is keeping the Space Station alive again this weekend

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Musk and Bezos' moon landers in 250-mile-high contest for NASA landing

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SpaceX is keeping the Space Station alive again this weekend

SpaceX will launch Northrop Grumman's Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft on April 11, carrying over 11,000 pounds of supplies to the ISS.

Musk and Bezos' moon landers in 250-mile-high contest for NASA landing

Elon Musk's SpaceX and Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin are competing for a NASA moon landing contract during the Artemis III mission.

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Stop the 'space race': space exploration must be a shared human endeavour

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Artemis II splashdown captures nationwide attention

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16 hours ago

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Hold Onto Moon Joy

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Artemis II crew return to Houston and say they are 'bonded forever'

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Just This Lifeboat Hanging On': Artemis II Astronauts Speak Of The Humanitarian Lessons Learned in Space

The Artemis II astronauts expressed overwhelming emotions and gratitude after their historic mission around the moon, emphasizing the human experience and connection to Earth.

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The Artemis II astronauts are back after a 10-day journey around the moon

The Orion capsule of Artemis II successfully splashed down after a 10-day lunar mission, marking a significant step towards future lunar exploration.

Stop the 'space race': space exploration must be a shared human endeavour

Artemis II exemplifies international collaboration in space exploration, showcasing human curiosity despite geopolitical tensions and skepticism about crewed space missions.

US news

Artemis II splashdown captures nationwide attention

fromThe Atlantic

16 hours ago

Hold Onto Moon Joy

The Artemis II mission reignites public fascination with the moon and showcases the awe of space exploration through the experiences of its crew.

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Artemis II crew return to Houston and say they are 'bonded forever'

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Just This Lifeboat Hanging On': Artemis II Astronauts Speak Of The Humanitarian Lessons Learned in Space

The Artemis II astronauts expressed overwhelming emotions and gratitude after their historic mission around the moon, emphasizing the human experience and connection to Earth.

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The Artemis II astronauts are back after a 10-day journey around the moon

The Orion capsule of Artemis II successfully splashed down after a 10-day lunar mission, marking a significant step towards future lunar exploration.

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Will the Dream Chaser space plane ever fly in space?

Dream Chaser, a commercial space plane, is not part of NASA's moon plans but may still dock with the ISS in the future.

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Will the first moon base be American or Chinese?

The U.S. and China both aim to establish permanent crewed moon bases, but differ significantly in landing timelines, locations, and technological approaches, with potential implications for lunar control.

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Is this where China's astronauts will land on the moon?

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China browses lunar landing spots in race to land on Moon

China has identified four potential landing sites in the Rimae Bode region for its first crewed lunar mission before 2030, offering access to diverse geological materials and rare-Earth metals.

World news

Is this where China's astronauts will land on the moon?

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China browses lunar landing spots in race to land on Moon

China has identified four potential landing sites in the Rimae Bode region for its first crewed lunar mission before 2030, offering access to diverse geological materials and rare-Earth metals.

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Rocket Report: Chinese version of Falcon 9 fails; Artemis depends on rapid heavy lift

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Congratulations to the Artemis II crew but the case for sending astronauts into space is rapidly shrinking | Martin Rees and Donald Goldsmith

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The Moon belongs to all of us - not just countries that can afford to reach it

Rocket Report: Chinese version of Falcon 9 fails; Artemis depends on rapid heavy lift

Access to space is becoming increasingly strategic and essential for future missions.

Congratulations to the Artemis II crew but the case for sending astronauts into space is rapidly shrinking | Martin Rees and Donald Goldsmith

The US and China are racing to send humans to the moon and possibly Mars, with significant investments in lunar exploration.

The Moon belongs to all of us - not just countries that can afford to reach it

Humanity's past interactions with celestial bodies raise concerns about environmental stewardship and decision-making in space exploration.

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The Artemis II mission has ended. Where does NASA go from here?

The Artemis II mission marks humanity's return to deep space, but greater challenges lie ahead for future missions.

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Mysterious Chinese Space Plane Conducting Unknown Mission in Orbit

The U.S. Air Force's X-37B and China's Shendong space planes conduct secretive orbital missions with unclear military and space capabilities, both demonstrating advanced reusable spacecraft technology.

How to watch the Artemis II astronauts return to Earth

The Orion capsule is set to land after a record-breaking mission, facing risks due to a known heat shield flaw.

Artemis II splashdown: Orion capsule scheduled to land off California coast at just after 5pm local time live updates

The Orion capsule's splashdown is scheduled for 5:07 PM PT, following a detailed timeline of events leading to reentry.

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How to watch the Artemis II astronauts return to Earth

The Orion capsule is set to land after a record-breaking mission, facing risks due to a known heat shield flaw.

Artemis II splashdown: Orion capsule scheduled to land off California coast at just after 5pm local time live updates

The Orion capsule's splashdown is scheduled for 5:07 PM PT, following a detailed timeline of events leading to reentry.

China Provides Glimpse of Colossal Orbital Aircraft Carrier

China showcased a conceptual Luan Niao orbital mothership capable of carrying 88 autonomous Xuan Nu fighter drones and hyper-ballistic missiles in state-backed renders.

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Student-Built Instruments Head to Space

Undergraduate research from College of Charleston is contributing instruments to the International Space Station, marking a significant achievement for the students and the institution.

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A Different Moon From the One We've Known

Galileo Galilei described the moon using earthly comparisons, invoking images of sunlight on craters, which shaped early perceptions of the lunar landscape.

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Artemis II relied on European science: what that means for the region's space ambitions

The Orion spacecraft's European Service Module provides critical propulsion and life-support systems for the Artemis II lunar mission.

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Why We Fly | Defector

Artemis missions symbolize the beginning of cosmic exploration while emphasizing the importance of Earth and human connections.

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2 weeks ago

The Orion spacecraft's daring mission: Traveling to the Moon on its first crewed flight

The Artemis 2 mission faces concerns due to untested heat shield and life support systems after issues arose in the unmanned Artemis 1 mission.

2 weeks ago

New Chinese Spacecraft Tests Robotic Octopus Tentacle for Refueling in Orbit

China's Yuxing 3-06 satellite successfully demonstrated a robotic arm for in-orbit refueling, paving the way for future space refueling stations.

4 weeks ago

Chinese Space Station Astronauts Harvest Space Tomatoes

China's Tiangong space station successfully harvested space-grown tomatoes using an aeroponic system, with plans to cultivate wheat, carrots, and medicinal plants for long-duration deep space missions.

After Nixing Its Planned Moon Landing, NASA Is Starting to Seriously Lose the Moon Race to China

NASA delays Artemis III crewed lunar landing to 2028, signaling U.S. space program lag behind China amid mounting technical and budgetary challenges.

2 months ago

China showcases new Moon ship and reusable rocket in one extraordinary test

Mengzhou will debut on a Long March 10A later this year, docking with Tiangong while testing reusable Long March 10 booster technologies.

Damage to Chinese Spacecraft Was Worse Than Reported

My first thought was whether a small leaf had somehow stuck to the outside of the window. But then I quickly realized that couldn't happen because we were in space. How could there possibly be a fallen leaf there? We could see very clearly the small cracks [with the microscope]. Several were relatively long, and one was shorter. We could also see that some of the cracks had penetrated through.

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Which countries are actually serious about developing their own rockets?

Several US allies are funding domestic commercial launch industries to secure sovereign access to space as a national security and strategic priority.