Artemis II Mission Moon Phases

Astronomy

Even at 90, Apollo 17 astronaut Harrison Schmitt would be more than happy to go back to the Moon

Even at 90, Apollo 17 astronaut Harrison Schmitt would be more than happy to go back to the Moon
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New model decodes the Sun’s prominences—floating mountains of plasma larger than Earth
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NASA Chief Isaacman backs Pluto’s return as planet, reigniting decades-old classification debate
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Astroparticle physicist proposes to build an observatory on the Moon’s South Pole—here's why
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Expedition 74 conducts quantum experiments in search for dark matter among other activities on ISS

Expedition 74 conducts quantum experiments in search for dark matter among other activities on ISS
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Skywatching

The Lyrid meteor shower will peak later this month: Here's all you need to know

The Lyrid meteor shower will peak later this month: Here's all you need to know
Apr 16, 2026

Caught on CCTV: Fireball meteorite that lit up northern Europe
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Flower Moon and Blue Moon 2026: Dates, time and how to watch May’s two stunning full moons
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Videos

Trump on whether NASA will have astronauts on the Moon before the end of his term 0:38

Trump on whether NASA will have astronauts on the Moon before the end of his term
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"You wouldn't believe it": President Trump teases UFO disclosures after meeting Artemis II crew 0:44

"You wouldn't believe it": President Trump teases UFO disclosures after meeting Artemis II crew
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President Trump welcomes Artemis II astronauts to the White House 1:29

President Trump welcomes Artemis II astronauts to the White House
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Deep Sky Objects

Where do gas clouds feeding the Milky Way's black hole come from? Scientists may have solved the mystery

Where do gas clouds feeding the Milky Way's black hole come from? Scientists may have solved the mystery
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Tiny satellite galaxies orbiting the Milky Way could reveal the 'climate' of the early universe

Tiny satellite galaxies orbiting the Milky Way could reveal the 'climate' of the early universe
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Rare twin quasars caught merging in early universe—they are connected by a cosmic gas bridge

Rare twin quasars caught merging in early universe—they are connected by a cosmic gas bridge
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Humans can reach Alpha Centauri within lifetime by boarding a light-powered spacecraft

Humans can reach Alpha Centauri within lifetime by boarding a light-powered spacecraft
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NASA Curiosity rover detects new organic compounds, strengthening case for Mars’ past habitability

NASA Curiosity rover detects new organic compounds, strengthening case for Mars’ past habitability
Apr 22, 2026
Scientists may have finally found where stars stop forming in the Milky Way's disc

Scientists may have finally found where stars stop forming in the Milky Way's disc
Apr 22, 2026

Today's Moon Phase

Today's Moon phase in Los Angeles

Today's Moon phase in Los Angeles
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Today's Moon phase in Indianapolis

Today's Moon phase in Indianapolis
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Today's Moon phase in Salt Lake City
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Even at 90, Apollo 17 astronaut Harrison Schmitt would be more than happy to go back to the Moon

Even at 90, Apollo 17 astronaut Harrison Schmitt would be more than happy to go back to the Moon
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New model decodes the Sun’s prominences—floating mountains of plasma larger than Earth

New model decodes the Sun’s prominences—floating mountains of plasma larger than Earth
5 hours ago
NASA Chief Isaacman backs Pluto’s return as planet, reigniting decades-old classification debate

NASA Chief Isaacman backs Pluto’s return as planet, reigniting decades-old classification debate
21 hours ago
NASA tests its most powerful electric propulsion system yet for sending astronauts to Mars

NASA tests its most powerful electric propulsion system yet for sending astronauts to Mars
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Artemis III SLS core stage arrives at Kennedy Space Center as Artemis II spacecraft undergoes study

Artemis III SLS core stage arrives at Kennedy Space Center as Artemis II spacecraft undergoes study
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NASA's Lunar Gateway controversy grows as module manufacturer downplays Isaacman's corrosion claims

NASA's Lunar Gateway controversy grows as module manufacturer downplays Isaacman's corrosion claims
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Astroparticle physicist proposes to build an observatory on the Moon’s South Pole—here's why

Astroparticle physicist proposes to build an observatory on the Moon’s South Pole—here's why
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Humans can make a round trip to Mars within 153 days, new study reveals

Humans can make a round trip to Mars within 153 days, new study reveals
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Not everyone can fly on Artemis missions, but even middle schoolers can contribute to NASA science—here's how

Not everyone can fly on Artemis missions, but even middle schoolers can contribute to NASA science—here's how
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Scientists turn lunar dust from a threat into a building material for Moon bases

Scientists turn lunar dust from a threat into a building material for Moon bases
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Planets form more easily when they orbit two suns instead of one, new study suggests

Planets form more easily when they orbit two suns instead of one, new study suggests
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Russian cargo spacecraft Progress 95 arrives at ISS with 3 tons of food, fuel and supplies

Russian cargo spacecraft Progress 95 arrives at ISS with 3 tons of food, fuel and supplies
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Where do gas clouds feeding the Milky Way's black hole come from? Scientists may have solved the mystery

Where do gas clouds feeding the Milky Way's black hole come from? Scientists may have solved the mystery
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Artemis II crew's Nikon Z9 camera was bombarded with heavy ions on Earth before it flew to space

Artemis II crew's Nikon Z9 camera was bombarded with heavy ions on Earth before it flew to space
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China launches Pakistan satellite into orbit, expands international ties amid Moon race with U.S.

China launches Pakistan satellite into orbit, expands international ties amid Moon race with U.S.
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Constellation

Constellations with the most visibility in January 2026: Easy viewing tips

Constellations with the most visibility in January 2026: Easy viewing tips
Jan 20, 2026
The Summer Triangle is visible in the autumn sky: Here's everything you need to know

The Summer Triangle is visible in the autumn sky: Here's everything you need to know
Nov 19, 2025
Don't miss the moon glowing beside bright star Antares in constellation Scorpius on October 24

Don't miss the moon glowing beside bright star Antares in constellation Scorpius on October 24
Oct 21, 2025

SPACEFLIGHT

  1. Expedition 74 conducts quantum experiments in search for dark matter among other activities on ISS
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  2. NASA tests its most powerful electric propulsion system yet for sending astronauts to Mars
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  3. Artemis III SLS core stage arrives at Kennedy Space Center as Artemis II spacecraft undergoes study
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  4. NASA's Lunar Gateway controversy grows as module manufacturer downplays Isaacman's corrosion claims
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  5. Russian cargo spacecraft Progress 95 arrives at ISS with 3 tons of food, fuel and supplies
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  1. Humans can reach Alpha Centauri within lifetime by boarding a light-powered spacecraft

    Humans can reach Alpha Centauri within lifetime by boarding a light-powered spacecraft

  2. SpaceX's Falcon Heavy returns after 18 months to launch ViaSat-3 mission today—how to watch it live

    SpaceX's Falcon Heavy returns after 18 months to launch ViaSat-3 mission today—how to watch it live

  3. NASA funding battle intensifies as Jared Isaacman faces Congress over 23% budget cuts

  4. Rare twin quasars caught merging in early universe—they are connected by a cosmic gas bridge

Instruments

Artemis II crew's Nikon Z9 camera was bombarded with heavy ions on Earth before it flew to space

Artemis II crew's Nikon Z9 camera was bombarded with heavy ions on Earth before it flew to space
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Earth day 2026: How satellites are tracking environmental change and helping vulnerable communities

Earth day 2026: How satellites are tracking environmental change and helping vulnerable communities
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NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to launch in September; will work 1,000x faster than Hubble

NASA's Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope to launch in September; will work 1,000x faster than Hubble
Apr 22, 2026