HOUSTON, April 7, 2026 (BSS/AFP) - The Artemis II astronauts wrapped up their lunar flyby as they continue their journey back to Earth on Tuesday, bringing with them rich celestial observations including little-known lunar craters, a solar eclipse and meteor strikes that scientists hope will open doors. "I can't say enough how much science we've already learned," Kelsey Young, lead scientist for the Artemis II mission, told the astronauts. Unlike the Artemis astronauts and NASA administrator Jared Isaacman, Trump at age 79 is old enough to remember the Apollo program. Adding to the historic nature of the mission led by Reid Wiseman, the Artemis II crew includes several firsts. The celestial workday Monday included a poignant moment just after the crew broke the distance record, when they proposed designating two previously unnamed craters.

Source: Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha April 07, 2026 03:31 UTC