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Science and supplies delivered to the space station, another early discovery by our Lucy mission, and celebrating the one-year anniversary of Artemis I … a few of the stories to tell you about – This Week at NASA!

When it comes to space exploration, expect the unexpected. As OSIRIS-REx approached asteroid Bennu, scientists were surprised to find a loosely packed rubble pile. This week, #NASAExplorers get a closer look at Bennu and the surprises in store.

In the intense "Squid Game" Tug of War scene, tension peaks as contestants face off in a life-or-death challenge. Struggling to pull their team to victory, the gripping battle underscores the high stakes and emotional turmoil. With each strained effort, the scene showcases raw determination and the cruel reality of the game's consequences. The heart-pounding sequence encapsulates the series' themes of survival, teamwork, and the moral dilemmas faced by the characters, leaving viewers on the edge of their seats.

At 1:47 a.m. EST (6:47 UTC) on Nov. 16, 2022, NASA’s Orion spacecraft launched atop the SLS (Space Launch System) rocket from historic Launch Pad 39B at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Florida on a path to the Moon, officially beginning the Artemis I mission. Over the course of 25.5 days, Orion performed two lunar flybys, coming within 80 miles (129 kilometers) of the lunar surface. At its farthest distance during the mission, Orion traveled nearly 270,000 miles (435,000 kilometers) from our home planet. On Dec. 11, 2022, NASA’s Orion spacecraft successfully completed a parachute-assisted splashdown in the Pacific Ocean at 9:40 a.m. PST (12:40 p.m. EST) as the final major milestone of the Artemis I mission. Artemis I set new performance records, exceeded efficiency expectations, and established new safety baselines for humans in deep space. This is a prelude to what comes next—following the success of Artemis I, human beings will fly around the Moon on Artemis II. We have demonstrated our ability to go farther and faster than ever before, opening the door to explore Mars and other destinations throughout the solar system. This is the story of Artemis I.

Starship is once more preparing for launch. The second flight test of a fully integrated Starship will debut several upgrades to the vehicle and ground infrastructure, some as a direct result of lessons learned from Starship’s first flight test. Recursive improvement is essential as we work to build a fully reusable transportation system capable of carrying both crew and cargo to Earth orbit, help humanity return to the Moon, and ultimately travel to Mars and beyond. #SpaceX #Starship #SpaceExploration #RocketLaunch #SpaceTechnology #SpaceFlight #TestFlight #Aerospace #ElonMusk #SpaceInnovation #FutureSpace #SpaceMilestones #RocketScience #SpaceXUpdates #MarsMission

Celebrating the NASA worm, NASA telescopes spot a record-breaking black hole, and the first science images from a new space observatory … a few of the stories to tell you about – This Week at NASA!

Justin Bieber is back with a sweet summer anthem! Get ready to vibe with "Peaches," featuring the smooth vocals of Daniel Caesar and Giveon. 🎶 Let the catchy beats and laid-back vibes transport you to a peachy paradise. Hit play and join the musical journey! 🚀 #Peaches #JustinBieber #SummerVibes 🌞

A new crew heads to the space station, a major storm spotted from space, and a robotic spacecraft enabling human missions to the Moon … a few of the stories to tell you about – This Week at NASA!