Reid Wiseman, the astronaut hailing a new ‘golden age’ in space
As commander of Artemis II, he embodied the comradeship and ambition of the latest Moon mission
As commander of Artemis II, he embodied the comradeship and ambition of the latest Moon mission

From the Artemis II Moon mission to investigations of far-flung planets, a new ‘golden age’ of space exploration has arrived

Artemis II is reawakening interest in science and the thrill of human exploration

Artemis II launch has been beset by delays due to technical issues

Artemis voyage entranced world and highlighted space race between US and China

Donald Trump congratulates crew and promises Nasa will establish human lunar presence

Expanded lunar plan now aims to land astronauts twice in 2028