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USA PBS NewsHour Apr 7
PHOTOS: Boundary-breaking Artemis II captures view of Earthset from moon's far side

Humanity's farthest-traveling explorers captured historic images of Earth on Monday evening.

USA NPR Apr 7
Photos: NASA releases first images from moon flyby

During the mission's loop around the moon, the crew took geological observations of places of interest on the lunar surface using their own eyes and snapping thousands of photos of the surface.

USA NPR Apr 7
Beer cans, helium balloons and mortgages: An unexpected mix of things affected by the war

It's not just oil and gas that are affected by the Iran war. All sorts of shortages and price spikes are starting to pop up that stand to affect people's daily lives.

USA NPR Apr 7
Artemis II astronauts swung by the moon, broke an Apollo record, and saw an eclipse

The NASA moon mission completed several key milestones as its crew looped around the lunar body. It's expected to splash down on Earth on Friday.

USA PBS NewsHour Apr 6
In NCAA men's championship, a Michigan team on a roll tries to derail a UConn dynasty

Michigan has been scoring over and swatting down opponents at a record rate during March Madness. For the Wolverines to go down as one of college basketball's best ever, they'll have to do it one more time by taking down a UConn program seeking its third national title in four seasons.

USA PBS NewsHour Apr 6
Artemis II crew breaks distance record on mission around far side of moon

The four-astronaut crew of NASA's Artemis II flew to the far side of the moon and set a record for the farthest distance from Earth traveled by any human. Monday's seven-hour lunar flyby was the most anticipated part of the mission. Geoff Bennett discussed the historic achievement with science correspondent Miles O'Brien.

USA PBS NewsHour Apr 6
People in recovery find a fresh start by crafting Troublesome Creek instruments

In eastern Kentucky, the heritage of folk and traditional music, rooted in instruments like guitars, mandolins and dulcimers, is deeply seated. There's an effort to capitalize on this rich culture while providing a fresh start for people in addiction recovery. Jeffrey Brown has the story for our look at the intersection of art and health for our arts and culture series, CANVAS.

USA PBS NewsHour Apr 6
Screenwriters union reaches four-year tentative agreement with Hollywood studios

The surprise agreement came within weeks of negotiation — a stark contrast to the contentious contract negotiation three years ago when Hollywood writers went on a historic strike that partially brought the industry to a standstill.

USA NPR Apr 6
What can Artemis II astronauts see that satellites haven't captured?

The astronauts on Artemis II will observe parts of the moon rarely seen by human eyes. A NASA planetary scientist said it will offer a vital perspective for lunar research.

USA PBS NewsHour Apr 6
WATCH LIVE: Artemis II astronauts make historic moon flyby

A prize — and bragging rights — awaits Artemis II.

USA PBS NewsHour Apr 6
Savannah Guthrie returns to 'Today' anchor desk for first time since mother's disappearance more than 2 months ago

Guthrie has acknowledged being a changed person a little over a week ago.

USA NPR Apr 6
UCLA storms past South Carolina to claim its 1st NCAA women's basketball title

UCLA secured the first NCAA women's basketball national championship in school history — a goal that was set after losing in the first Final Four last season.

USA NPR Apr 6
A music festival booked Kanye West, now known as Ye, and lost major sponsors

The rapper Ye was announced as the headliner for the Wireless Festival in London. He's gained notoriety over the years for his antisemitic comments and activities glorifying Nazis.

USA PBS NewsHour Apr 5
UCLA defeats South Carolina to win first NCAA women's basketball title in program history

Gabriela Jaquez, Lauren Betts and the rest of the UCLA seniors secured the first NCAA women's basketball national championship in school history — a goal that was set after losing in the first Final Four last season.

USA PBS NewsHour Apr 5
Pope Leo XIV calls for peace in first Easter Mass as pontiff as Christians celebrate worldwide

Pope Leo XIV celebrated his first Easter Mass as pontiff with a call Sunday to lay down arms and seek peace to global conflicts through dialogue.