Watch: BBC asks Artemis II crew a question in space
Watch: BBC asks Artemis II crew a question in space
BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle conversed with the four Artemis II crew members during their return trip from a historic lunar fly-by. The mission, which took them farther from Earth than any humans before, concluded with their last communication from the capsule ahead of a scheduled splashdown on Saturday.
Christina Koch, a mission specialist, shared that she would miss the “camaraderie” most. She described the bond among the crew as feeling like “brothers and sisters,” highlighting its significance during their time in orbit.
“The camaraderie is what I’ll miss the most,” Koch said. “It’s like being part of a family out there.”
Meanwhile, in unrelated news, Jasveen Sangha received a 15-year prison sentence for distributing drugs that contributed to the death of actor Matthew Perry. Rex Heuermann, meanwhile, admitted guilt in the murder of eight women across Long Island from 1993 to 2010.
A Tampa homeowner recently discovered a nine-foot alligator in his pool area, prompting police to call in a specialist for its removal. At the annual “Great Marshmallow Drop,” over 15,000 treats were dropped from a helicopter as children scrambled to collect them.
The former prosecutor, who has long collaborated with President Trump, defended him in the hush-money criminal case. BBC reporter Ione Wells interviewed demonstrators and spectators outside the Supreme Court during a hearing on Trump’s executive order.
Fuel prices in the U.S. have surpassed $4 at the pump for the first time since 2022, driven by ongoing tensions with Iran. Gary O’Donoghue of the BBC spoke with an Alabama farmer who remains loyal to Trump despite financial challenges.
A sculpture named “A throne fit for a king” was installed on the National Mall, symbolizing a critique of Trump’s White House renovation efforts. Large demonstrations against his policies occurred in multiple U.S. cities, forming the third round of No Kings rallies.
Major delays at the airport have disrupted travel due to a partial government shutdown, with TSA agents working without compensation. Attendees at the CPAC conference in Texas expressed mixed views on the nation’s economic state.
Following a Los Angeles verdict, Meta and Google faced criticism for creating addictive social media platforms linked to youth mental health struggles. Savannah Guthrie, in her first interview since her mother’s disappearance, recounted learning of her absence and reflecting on whether her fame had made her a target.
Wreckage from a recent incident blocked one of two runways at a bustling New York City airport. A robot joined First Lady Melania Trump at the White House for a public appearance. Trump is set to host a summit focusing on artificial intelligence, education, and safeguarding children online.
The yellow Labrador Retriever Tessie survived a fall and rescue operation, returning to her yard after crews addressed a sinkhole. BBC Verify analyzed the moments leading up to a fatal collision involving a fire truck at the New York airport. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents have been deployed to assist TSA during the partial shutdown, ensuring operations continue with no reported injuries, according to Valero refinery operator.
