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Artemis II crew returns home after record-breaking lunar flyby mission

Four astronauts received a hero's welcome in Houston after completing humanity's farthest journey from Earth in over 50 years.

The four-person crew of NASA's Artemis II mission arrived at Houston's Ellington Field on Saturday to a thunderous welcome from hundreds of space center workers, family members, and officials after completing the most distant human spaceflight in history.

Commander Reid Wiseman, pilot Victor Glover, mission specialist Christina Koch, and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen splashed down in the Pacific Ocean off California's coast Friday evening, concluding a nearly 10-day journey that took them 406,771 kilometers from Earth — farther than any humans have traveled since the Apollo era.

The mission marked the first time humans had ventured toward the Moon since Apollo 17 in 1972, and the first to include a non-American astronaut on a lunar trajectory. Hansen's participation represented a significant milestone for Canada's space program and international cooperation in deep space exploration.

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◈ How the world sees it

🇩🇪Spiegel emphasizes the technical achievement and emotional human dimension of the mission, framing it as a validation of international space cooperation. The outlet highlights the symbolic timing of the return coinciding with Apollo 13's anniversary, suggesting continuity in American space leadership while noting the inclusion of international partners. — Spiegel Online

🇳🇱NOS frames the mission as a triumphant return to lunar exploration after decades, emphasizing the international cooperation aspect with Canada's participation. The outlet presents the mission as a stepping stone toward sustained lunar presence, reflecting European interest in participating in future deep space initiatives. — NOS Nieuws

🇦🇺SBS emphasizes the record-breaking nature of the mission and the crew's emotional homecoming, framing it as a historic achievement for human space exploration. The outlet highlights the technical success and international cooperation, reflecting Australia's growing interest in space partnerships with traditional allies. — SBS News

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