The crew on board the Artemis II spoke by video link, sharing messages for their families and experiences of the trip so far.
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Artemis II blasts ever closer to the far side of the Moon
The mission’s last, big push on its lunar journey takes humans out of the Earth’s orbit for the first time since 1972.
Trump removes US Attorney General Pam Bondi
Bondi’s time as top US law enforcement officer was overshadowed by her handling of the Epstein files.
Iran’s two largest steel plants shut down due to strikes, companies say
The strikes, which Iran says were first launched by Israel in co-ordination with the US last week, could cause major damage to the Iranian economy.
Trump leaves key questions unanswered as he seeks to calm nerves over Iran war
There were some glaring omissions in the president’s primetime address, writes the BBC’s Gary O’Donoghue.
Watch the moment Artemis II blasts into space
After delays and technical issues, the first crewed Moon mission in 50 years finally took off from Florida and is now in Earth’s orbit.
Israel intensifies Lebanon attacks and hits areas not in Hezbollah’s control
Attacks have continued as Israel has announced its intention to control swathes of south Lebanon.
What do Trump’s latest comments on leaving Nato mean for the alliance?
Trump has criticised Nato members for showing a lack of support for US objectives in Iran.
China is trying to play peacemaker in the Iran war – will it work?
It’s a turnaround for Beijing, whose official response has been muted so far. Why is China stepping in now?
Tiger Woods to ‘step away and seek treatment’ after crash
The golf champion was arrested and charged with driving under the influence after clipping a truck and rolling his car in Florida on Friday.