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Building a long-term base on the Moon will require extensive planning – a planetary geologist describes the considerations that go into it

Lots of excitement for space bubbled up in spring 2026. The Artemis II mission took a crew of four on a flyby around the Moon, and NASA officials announced their goal of constructing a permanent lunar outpost by 2030.

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Artemis 2's Jeremy Hansen stepping down from active astronaut duty after epic moon mission

The Canadian Space Agency's Jeremy Hansen will step back from active astronaut service in September for a new role.

Space

NASA's canceled Artemis hardware contracts reached $5.9 billion, audit finds

A memo issued by NASA Office of Inspector General highlights huge cost increases and extended timelines for Artemis program hardware that has since been canceled.

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Science news this week: El Niño arrives, the Artemis III crew are revealed, a 'cold blob' expands across the Atlantic, and a forgotten note from Richard Feynman gets deciphered

June 13, 2026: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend

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NASA chief defends all-male Artemis 3 astronaut crew amid backlash: 'I don't think anyone should be reading into this'

The four astronauts named to the Artemis 3 crew are all male, but NASA officials emphasized they were selected based on their qualifications and experience.

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'It's very aesthetically pleasing.' Prada and Axiom just revealed the stylish cooling suit Artemis astronauts will wear under their spacesuits on the moon

Prada (yes, that Prada) and Axiom Space are taking spacesuits up a notch with this liquid cooling ventilation garment.

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Blue Origin explosion could see US fall behind China in moon race

Massive fireball during routine test means Nasa’s Artemis programme could entirely depend on Musk’s unproven Starship rocket

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From 'Starfield' to Artemis: designing moonbases in games and reality

Looking at the best games for building lunar settlements, and how they compare to NASA's real-life plans for Artemis Base Camp.

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Artemis moon landing could face long delay while NASA waits for next-generation spacesuits

Delays in next-generation spacesuits could push back Artemis moon landings to 2031, an audit by the NASA Office of Inspector General claims.

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Artemis raises $70M to help fight AI-powered attacks with AI

Backed by $70 million, Artemis is tackling the new reality of faster, cheaper AI-driven attacks.

Fortune

How Artemis 2 commander Reid Wiseman saved the mission's moon mascot: 'It's hard not to love this little guy. I can't let Rise out of my sight'

Rise joined the Artemis 2 crew as a mascot of the moon, bearing 5.6 million names. But the mascot quickly took on a new meaning.

Space

Artemis II Splashdown Time Confirmed as NASA Warns of 'Most Dangerous' Re-Entry Stage

The Artemis II astronauts face the ultimate test of their historic moon mission: a perilous re-entry into Earth's atmosphere. Discover how NASA handles the extreme risks and aims to inspire future space explorers.

International Business Times UK

Finally, a cosy game that’s not afraid to kick my teeth in

Mythmatch is relaxing by day and a hardcore puzzler at night.

PC Gamer

It's OK to love the moon mission

Problems down on Earth are serious. Spending some time looking up isn’t a waste or distraction

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Saudi Arabia makes history with 'Shams' satellite launch, joins NASA's Artemis Programme

Saudi Arabia has made a historic entry into NASA's Artemis program with the successful launch of its "Shams" satellite. This marks the first Arab nation's participation in the lunar mission, contributing vital space weather research. The initiative underscores the Kingdom's growing technological prowess and commitment to global space collaboration.

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Why is the Artemis 2 rocket launch different from all other rocket launches?

That's one small sip of Manischewitz…

International Business Times UK

NASA's Artemis II Moon Mission Finally Enters Countdown After Delays and Hydrogen Leak Test Setback

NASA's Artemis II mission marks a historic moment as it prepares for its first crewed flight to the Moon in over 50 years. Discover the stakes, the crew, and the mission's significance.

The Conversation

Why has it taken so long to return to the Moon?

At 13:24:59 Central Standard Time on December 19 1972, the Apollo 17 command module splashed down in the Pacific Ocean, about 350 nautical miles south-east of Samoa, concluding the last mission to the Moon.

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The Independent UK

Britain should be proud of historic Artemis II Moon launch involvement, Tim Peake says

A spacecraft is due to launch on Wednesday from the Kennedy Space Centre in Florida which would see astronauts fly around the Moon for the first time in more than 50 years

The Times of India

UAE doubles down on moon exploration: Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre refuses to step back despite NASA’s U-turn on Lunar Gateway

NASA's pivot from the Lunar Gateway to a surface base has prompted the UAE to reaffirm its commitment to lunar exploration. Instead of withdrawing, the UAE is doubling down on its participation in the Artemis program and seeking integration into the new lunar base roadmap, demonstrating flexibility and consistent ambition…

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Why is the US going back round the Moon with Artemis II? A space policy expert explains

Final preparations are underway for NASA’s Artemis II mission, the first crewed mission around the Moon for more than 50 years. Four astronauts, three men and one woman, will spend 10 days aboard the Orion spacecraft, going further into space than any other humans as they orbit the Moon and…

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NASA’s Artemis II mission will take an astronaut crew around the Moon – a space policy expert describes the long road to launch

NASA is once again shooting for the Moon, for the first time since the 1970s. As soon as April 2026, NASA will launch its Artemis II mission, using the Space Launch System heavy lift rocket to send a crewed spacecraft, called Orion, into orbit. From there, the crew will circle…

International Business Times UK

Artemis 2 Launch Nears as NASA Warns the Historic Moon Mission Is Not Without Risks — What Could Go Wrong?

NASA's Artemis 2 mission aims for a historic lunar return in April 2026. Discover astronaut training, technical challenges, and launch details from Kennedy Space Center on this groundbreaking journey to orbit the Moon.

International Business Times UK

NASA Moon Base Concept: This Is What The Space Agency's $20 Billion Plan Brings

Discover NASA's phased plan to establish a sustained human presence on the Moon through the Artemis programme, involving government, commercial, and international partnerships.

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What's the point of a space station around the moon?

Is an orbiting space station necessary to achieve lunar objectives, including scientific ones?

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