After more than 53 years, humans may finally return to the Moon this week
Summary
NASA's Artemis II countdown advances toward a four-astronaut lunar orbit mission, with a launch window in early April from Kennedy Space Center. The mission will test Orion life-support, trajectory, and docking capabilities, but will not land on the Moon. Hydrogen fueling challenges and weather remain key risks, and NASA has signaled broader Artemis program changes aimed at establishing a lunar base and partnering with commercial landers for future surface missions.