Watch: BBC asks Artemis II crew a question in space
Watch: BBC asks Artemis II crew a question in space
Artemis II Crew Reflects on Mission
BBC Science Editor Rebecca Morelle conducted an interview with the four Artemis II crew members during their return from a historic lunar fly-by. The astronauts traveled farther from Earth than any humans before. As they prepare for splashdown on Saturday, mission specialist Christina Koch shared her thoughts on the experience.
“I’ll mainly miss the camaraderie,” Koch said. “The bond we’ve built feels like brothers and sisters.”
Legal Developments and Political Reactions
Jasveen Sangha received a 15-year prison sentence for drug sales linked to the death of actor Matthew Perry. Meanwhile, Rex Heuermann admitted guilt in the murder of eight women on Long Island between 1993 and 2010. At the Supreme Court, protesters and attendees debated President Trump’s executive order, with BBC’s Ione Wells capturing their perspectives.
Conservatives at the CPAC conference in Texas expressed mixed views on the economy. The debate followed a Los Angeles jury ruling that Meta and Google designed addictive social media platforms, harming youth mental health. A former prosecutor, who has worked with Trump on past legal matters, highlighted his ongoing influence.
Airport Disruptions and Public Sentiment
The New York City airport faced severe delays due to a TSA partial shutdown. Agents worked without pay, while a sinkhole incident left a yellow Labrador Retriever named Tessie unharmed. Crews repaired the damage, allowing the dog to return to its yard.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents joined TSA efforts during the shutdown. Valero, a refinery operator, confirmed no injuries were reported in the incident. The “Great Marshmallow Drop” event saw over 15,000 treats released from a helicopter, drawing eager children to collect them.
Public and Political Moments
President Trump hosted a summit focusing on AI, education, and digital safety for children. A protest installation titled “A throne fit for a king” criticized his White House renovations. Large demonstrations against his administration occurred nationwide, including the third No Kings rally.
A Tampa homeowner discovered a nine-foot alligator in his pool area, prompting a specialist to remove it. Gary O’Donoghue of BBC spoke with an Alabama farmer who remains loyal to Trump despite financial strain. Savannah Guthrie, in her first interview since her mother’s disappearance, described the emotional toll of the event.
Breaking News and Verification
BBC Verify analyzed the moments leading to a deadly collision at the New York airport. The wreckage blocked one of two runways at the busy hub. The robot’s appearance with Melania Trump at the White House added to the event’s symbolic weight.
