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NASA Gearing Up for Artemis II Launch


Posted: January 10, 2026 5:07 pm ET | Last Updated: January 10, 2026 6:11 pm ET | NASA is getting ready for the launch of the first crew around the Moon since the Apollo program. Artemis II could launch as soon as next month on February 6, 2026.

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