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After years of hang ups, NASA's return to the moon mission is taking a big step forward.

Artemis I, the first uncrewed mission around the Moon, is scheduled to launch on August 29th.

Given NASA's poor track record, it's possible that the first backup date will be September 2.

The Artemis I launch director said during a press conference on Wednesday that they were in the last stretch.

The capsule that sits atop the giant Space Launch System rocket was successful this weekend.

Fingers Crossed

Murphy's Law was affecting NASA for a while now. The space agency is years behind schedule according to a report.

Artemis IV, the first scheduled crewed mission to the lunar surface that could eventually deliver the first woman and first person of color to the Moon, may be delayed by about two and a half years.

Fuel leaks and budget constraints are bad news for the space agency.

Scientists would have liked it if it was easier to get back to the moon.

We'll be praying it doesn't rain on NASA's parade as progress is always heartening.

Fishermen have reportedly found giant pieces of Chinese space junk.