PremiumPremiumWorldArtemis II astronauts ‘happy and healthy’ after splashdownNew York Times: The crew landed near San Diego after a 10-day space mission.11 Apr 05:00 PM
WorldWatch: The moment Artemis II touched down on Earth and the crew was pulled to safetyFour astronauts have returned to Earth after becoming the first humans to fly to the moon in more than 50 years. Video / AFPWatch11 Apr 02:08 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Saturday April 11, 2026NZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Saturday April 11, 2026. President Trump sends another warning to Iran. The Artemis II mission successfully touches down safely back on Earth.Watch11 Apr 01:54 AM
Ryan Bridge TODAYArtemis II: Why the latest moon flyby is so significant | Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch07 Apr 08:20 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYArtemis II views the moon as never seen before | Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch06 Apr 07:44 PM
World‘Extraordinary’ views of Earth as Artemis II astronauts head towards moonNasa shared new images taken from inside Orion, including a portrait of Earth from space.04 Apr 02:51 AM
New ZealandAstronauts update live from Artemis II as Nasa provides mission progress reportThe first footage from on board Artemis II airs live on TV as Nasa provides a mission update. Video / AFPWatch04 Apr 12:26 AM
WorldArtemis astronauts blast towards moon on historic missionThe six-minute engine burn locked the crew into a three-day trip to the moon.03 Apr 01:55 AM
WorldWatch: Artemis II takes off on record-breaking mission around the moonThe four astronauts hope to venture further from Earth than any human before.01 Apr 11:55 PM
WorldLift-off for Nasa's Artemis IIFour astronauts have blasted off aboard a Nasa rocket on a long-anticipated journey around the moon, the first crewed lunar flyby in more than 50 years. Video / AFPWatch01 Apr 11:10 PM
WorldArtemis II crew prepare for lift-offThe four-strong crew on the 10-day Artemis II mission won't land on the moon, but plan to circle it, while travelling further from Earth than anyone has ever been before.Watch01 Apr 09:49 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldMoon mission: The terrifying risks astronauts face – and how Nasa is keeping them safeNew York Times: Rocket failures, oxygen leaks and space debris are just the start.01 Apr 09:01 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYNasa's Artemis II mission set for launch | Ryan Bridge TODAYProfessor Richard Easther says the mission is the latest step in building a permanent, hospitable lunar base. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch01 Apr 07:41 PM
WorldNasa to build US$20b moon base, pause orbital lunar station plansThe move pauses the Gateway station, reshaping plans with global partners.24 Mar 06:26 PM
New ZealandWatch: Fireball that streaked across Hawke’s Bay sky likely to be burning space junkWitnesses from Wairoa to Napier saw the glowing object about 6.15am on Tuesday.17 Mar 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandInside Rocket Lab's $17m quest to find life above VenusThe Nasa-supported Rocket Lab project will be the first-ever private mission to Venus16 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorld‘Don’t worry about it’: Nasa satellite to burn up in fall to earthNew York Times: It's impossible to predict exactly where and when any fragments might hit.10 Mar 09:55 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYAsteroid mining: It might sound science fiction, but it's hereCompanies are already building spacecraft to extract rare metals from space rocks, Dr Anna Brennan reveals.Watch09 Mar 07:13 PM
New ZealandRocket Lab satellites draw questions amid US-Iran conflictRocket Lab says it does not control how satellites launched from Māhia are used.08 Mar 11:18 PM
WorldRussia sharing intelligence ‘to help Iran strike US military’US officials say Russian satellite data enabled ‘sophisticated’ Iran strikes.06 Mar 09:46 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYRare copper-red lunar show dazzles New Zealand skyThe spectacular sight of a rare lunar eclipse graced southern skies overnight with the moon turning copper-red. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch03 Mar 07:59 PM
New ZealandIn pictures: Rare 'blood moon' turns night sky copper-red across the countryNew Zealand was one of the few countries where the full eclipse was visible.03 Mar 06:22 PM
OpinionThe Conversation: New space race could turn our atmosphere into 'crematorium for satellites'OPINION: Researchers warn burned satellite dust may speed ozone loss and global warming.01 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandRare blood moon to put on midnight show over BoP skyNew Zealand will be among the few regions able to see the entire lunar eclipse.27 Feb 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldNorway’s centuries-long watch on the northern lightsNew York Times: An array of 10,000 antennas will seek a detailed understanding of auroras.24 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ has 'front-row seat' to only lunar eclipse of 2026Stardome says you need only your eyes and clear skies to see the event.22 Feb 11:49 PM
New ZealandAre aliens real? Cosmology expert weighs inAuckland University's Richard Easther on whether there is life beyond Earth.Watch17 Feb 07:50 PM
WorldThousands of ‘city-killer’ asteroids threaten Earth and Nasa can’t find themAbout 15,000 mid-sized space rocks at least 140m in diameter are unaccounted for.16 Feb 09:39 PM
