Artemis II: Humans heading to the Moon for first time in 50 years

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Artemis II: Humans heading to the Moon for first time in 50 years

Artemis II will is sending astronauts around the Moon for the first time in more than 50 years, marking a major step toward humans returning to its surface.

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But, beyond exploration, does the mission signal a growing global race for lunar resources and influence?

As nations compete to establish a presence, experts say the Moon may become the next frontier for both science and power.

Channel 4 News looks back at what has changed since the 1972 Apollo mission and hopes for the future with astrophysicist Dr Becky Smethurst.

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Date: April 1, 2026