Why isn't Artemis II landing on the Moon?

Why isn't Artemis II landing on the Moon? The most powerful rocket ever built by Nasa is carrying the first crewed mission to the Moon in more than 50 years. But it's not actually landing on the lunar surface. That's because the Artemis program is using this second mission, Artemis II, to prepare for a potential lunar landing by 2028 - as a stepping stone for even deeper space exploration. BBC correspondent Arunday Mukharji is in Florida for the launch. Video edited by Alex Foster Follow along with the BBC's live coverage of the Artemis II mission here. 27 minutes ago Artemis Nasa Space exploration Share Save 'A historic moment' - Americans react to birthright citizenship case The BBC’s Ione Wells spoke with protesters and attendees outside the Supreme Court hearing on President Donald Trump’s executive order. US & Canada 'Something needs to be done' - Americans struggle as petrol prices surge The average price at the pump has topped $4 in the US for the first time since 2022 as the Iran war continues to push up fuel prices. US & Canada As Iran war continues, US farmers absorb rising costs The BBC’s Gary O'Donoghue spoke to one farmer in Alabama who, despite facing intense financial pressures, continues to support President Trump. US & Canada 'Art is a very powerful tool' - Golden toilet throne appears in DC The installation, titled "A throne fit for a king", was placed at the National Mall as a critique of President Trump's White House renovations. US & Canada 'No Kings' protesters gather across the US as Bruce Springsteen joins rally Large protests against the Trump administration took place in cities across the US, marking the third iteration of No Kings rallies. US & Canada BBC journalist caught in travel chaos at Houston Airport The airport is experiencing some of the longest delays in the US as TSA agents work without pay in a partial shutdown. US & Canada 'Affordability is the biggest thing' - Conservatives mixed on economy under Trump Conservatives gathered ...