WATCH LIVE: Artemis II astronauts have splashed down on Earth

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by Amina Khan
April 10, 2026
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The four astronauts aboard NASA's Artemis II mission are returning to Earth after visiting the moon.

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The four astronauts aboard NASA's Artemis II mission are returning to Earth. They are about to plunge through the atmosphere after a successful visit to the moon. This event marks the completion of their mission.

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