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NASA launches humans to moon for first time in half-century

For the first time in more than 50 years, astronauts are on their way to the moon.

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‘Let’s go!’ NASA launches humanity’s first moon voyage in nearly 54 years

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What time is Artemis II launching? When is space shuttle launch?

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Artemis II flight tracker: Live updates as astronauts head toward moon

NASA's Artemis II crew have left Earth's orbit and are on their way to the moon.

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Artemis II astronauts leave Earth’s orbit, head toward moon on historic mission

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The Latest: Artemis II astronauts reach orbit on historic mission to the moon and back

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NASA's Artemis II mission has left Earth's orbit

“Today, for the first time since Apollo 17 in 1972, humans have departed Earth orbit,” said Dr. Lori Glaze from NASA Headquarters in Washington.

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Where is Artemis II now? Astronauts orbit Earth ahead of moon shot

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Artemis II mission on its way to far side of the Moon

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The recycled space shuttle parts that will power Artemis II towards the moon

The Artemis II mission around the moon will be a brilliant last hurrah for several space shuttle engines and booster rocket parts that first flew as far back as 1982.

Remembering Challenger: Artemis II launches 40 years after tragic disaster

The Artemis II launch on April 1, was a success. But not all launches have bee. In 1986, 7 members of the Challenger crew were killed in a shocking disaster.