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Artemis II crew stunned by views as they ready to loop around far side of moon

NASA's Artemis II will loop around the moon's far side Monday night, setting a new distance record from Earth. In the lead-up, the crew has been taking in breathtaking sights from space. Mark Strassmann has more.

Published April 6, 2026, 12:01 AM
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Artemis II crew stunned by views as they ready to loop around far side of moon

NASA's Artemis II will loop around the moon's far side Monday night, setting a new distance record from Earth. In the lead-up, the crew has been taking in breathtaking sights from space. Mark Strassmann has more.

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