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Artemis 2 LIVE: Astronauts face critical moment today

By Tariq Malik, Josh Dinner, Daisy Dobrijevic last updated 2 April 26

Thursday, April 2, 2026: See our latest news and updates on NASA's Artemis 2 moon mission's progress to launch today.

Watch comet C/2026 A1 plunge toward the sun online this week

By Anthony Wood published 2 April 26

Comet C/2026 A1 (MAPS) belongs to a rare group of sungrazing comets.

'The universe shall quake in my shadow' — 'Masters of the Universe' looks like the summer's most metal movie

By Jeff Spry published 2 April 26

Jared Leto's Skeletor slashes He-Man in rocking new 'MOTU' trailer.

Best VPN services we recommend 2026

By Alexander Cox last updated 2 April 26

The best VPN services don't just help keep you safe online, protecting your privacy, you can stream your favorite shows wherever you are, from Maul: Shadow Lord through to the final season of The Boys.

'Supergirl' goes full John Wick to save her dog Krypto in new trailer

By Jeff Spry published 2 April 26

"There's no home without you, buddy."

Stunning new James Webb Space Telescope images reveal 'hidden' stars being born

By Robert Lea published 2 April 26

Using the James Webb Space Telescope, astronomers have investigated the star-forming region W51, resulting in stunning new images.

April full moon 2026 dazzles as 'Pink Moon' lights up skies worldwide (photos)

By Anthony Wood last updated 2 April 26

"we have a beautiful moon rise, we're headed right at it."

NASA's Artemis 2 moon launch seen from space | Space photo of the day for April 2, 2026

By Robert Lea published 2 April 26

NASA's Artemis 2 has launched on a history-making journey around the moon and back, and the moment was captured from space.

On this day in space: April 2, 1959: NASA celebrates first birthday by selecting the Mercury Seven

By Hanneke Weitering last updated 2 April 26

On April 2, 1959, NASA selected a group of astronauts in training for the Mercury project.

How to track the Artemis 2 astronauts on their journey around the moon

By Mike Wall published 2 April 26

You can follow the Artemis 2 astronaut mission around the moon in real time, thanks to a NASA website.