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NASA's Crew-13 Astronauts Embrace 'Unlucky' Number
Community Heroes3h ago

NASA's Crew-13 Astronauts Embrace 'Unlucky' Number

For the first time since Apollo 13's famous mishap 56 years ago, NASA is launching a mission numbered 13. The four astronauts heading to space this September are celebrating the number with a mission patch honoring the 1970 crew.

Ars Technica2 min read
Gene Kranz, 93, watches Moon missions return after 50 years
InnovationApr 15

Gene Kranz, 93, watches Moon missions return after 50 years

The legendary Apollo flight director who saved the Apollo 13 crew says watching Artemis II made him "young again." He's jealous of today's young NASA recruits getting to experience a new era of lunar exploration.

Upworthy3 min read
NASA's Artemis II Astronauts Return After Record Moon Trip
Global NewsApr 12

NASA's Artemis II Astronauts Return After Record Moon Trip

Four astronauts just traveled farther into space than any humans in history, completing NASA's Artemis II mission to the Moon and back. The crew broke Apollo 13's distance record, voyaging 252,756 miles from Earth while testing new spacecraft that will pave the way for future lunar exploration.

BBC Science2 min read
NASA Astronauts Return Safely After Record Moon Mission
Community HeroesApr 11

NASA Astronauts Return Safely After Record Moon Mission

Four astronauts just splashed down in the Pacific Ocean after traveling farther from Earth than any humans in history. The Artemis II mission broke Apollo 13's distance record and brings us one giant leap closer to returning humans to the lunar surface.

Google: space mission success3 min read
Astronaut Snaps Stunning Moon Photo on iPhone 17 Pro
InnovationApr 7

Astronaut Snaps Stunning Moon Photo on iPhone 17 Pro

An Artemis II astronaut captured a breathtaking image of the moon's far side using just his iPhone during humanity's farthest journey from Earth. The historic mission broke Apollo 13's distance record while proving smartphones can document incredible space exploration moments.

Engadget3 min read
Artemis II Astronauts Break 56-Year Distance Record
Community HeroesApr 7

Artemis II Astronauts Break 56-Year Distance Record

Four astronauts aboard NASA's Artemis II mission just shattered a record that stood for 56 years, traveling farther from Earth than any humans in history. They've officially ventured beyond Apollo 13's mark of 400,171 kilometers, set back in April 1970.

Al Jazeera English2 min read
Artemis II Crew Sets New Record 252,760 Miles from Earth
InnovationApr 7

Artemis II Crew Sets New Record 252,760 Miles from Earth

Four astronauts just became the most distant humans from Earth in history, sailing past the Moon's far side while breaking a 55-year-old Apollo 13 record. They're now 252,760 miles away and sending back never-before-seen views of the lunar surface.

Fox News Latest Headlines (all sections)2 min read
Artemis II Crew Breaks Apollo 13's Human Distance Record
VideosApr 7

Artemis II Crew Breaks Apollo 13's Human Distance Record

Four astronauts just traveled farther from Earth than any human in history, smashing a record that stood for over 50 years. The Artemis II crew is completing humanity's first moon mission in half a century, paving the way for a new generation of lunar exploration.

NPR Science3 min read
Artemis 2 Crew Sets New Record 252,752 Miles From Earth
Community HeroesApr 7

Artemis 2 Crew Sets New Record 252,752 Miles From Earth

Four astronauts just traveled farther from home than any human in history, breaking a 55-year-old record while looping around the Moon. The Artemis 2 crew reached 252,752 miles from Earth, surpassing the Apollo 13 mission's mark and opening a new chapter in deep space exploration.

Futurism2 min read
NASA Crew Breaks Human Distance Record at Moon
InnovationApr 6

NASA Crew Breaks Human Distance Record at Moon

Four astronauts just traveled farther from Earth than any human in history, breaking a 56-year-old record set during Apollo 13's emergency return. The Artemis II crew reached 248,655 miles from home and will go even farther before returning.

Google News - World Record2 min read
Artemis II Crew Breaks Apollo 13 Record Above Moon
InnovationApr 6

Artemis II Crew Breaks Apollo 13 Record Above Moon

Four astronauts are about to fly farther from Earth than any humans in history, breaking a record that stood for 55 years. The Artemis II crew will reach 252,757 miles from home as they loop around the Moon's far side.

Google News - Science2 min read
Artemis II Crew Reaches Record Distance Beyond the Moon
InnovationApr 6

Artemis II Crew Reaches Record Distance Beyond the Moon

Four astronauts aboard NASA's Artemis II mission are about to break a 55-year-old space record while getting the closest look at the moon humans have seen in decades. The crew will surpass Apollo 13's distance record on Monday during a historic lunar flyby.

Engadget2 min read
4 Astronauts Break Apollo 13 Record on Moon Mission
InnovationApr 5

4 Astronauts Break Apollo 13 Record on Moon Mission

NASA's Artemis II crew just became the farthest humans from Earth in history, surpassing Apollo 13's 1970 record by over 4,000 miles. The four astronauts are testing critical systems that will help humanity return to the Moon.

NASA2 min read
Artemis II Crew Breaks Apollo 13 Distance Record at Moon
Global NewsApr 4

Artemis II Crew Breaks Apollo 13 Distance Record at Moon

Four astronauts are making history as they zoom past the moon, traveling farther from Earth than any humans before them. Canada's first lunar astronaut joins three Americans on a mission that reignites humanity's boldest dreams.

Google News - Science2 min read
Digital Twins Help Scientists Save Endangered Species
Planet WinsMar 4

Digital Twins Help Scientists Save Endangered Species

Scientists are using "digital twins"—virtual replicas of forests, wildlife habitats, and even entire ecosystems—to test conservation strategies without risking real environments. This technology, once used to save Apollo 13 astronauts, is now tackling Earth's biodiversity crisis.

Google News - Species Saved2 min read