Representational photo BigstockNasa is in the final stages of testing the first Space Launch System moon rocket in MississippiEighteen astronauts — nine men and nine women — have been selected to begin training for upcoming Artemis missions to the moon, Nasa announced Wednesday. "I give you the heroes who will carry us to the Moon and beyond - the Artemis Generation," Pence said. "It is amazing to think that the next man and first woman on the Moon are among the names that we just read. The Artemis Team astronauts are the future of American space exploration - and that future is bright." The 18 astronauts named Wednesday are among the most diverse groups Nasa has ever put together: nine men, including four with space flight experience, and nine women, including five space veterans.

Source: Dhaka Tribune December 10, 2020 12:42 UTC