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The distance from the Moon will allow astronauts on board to see the complete, circular surface of the Moon, including regions near both poles.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

It's been released ahead of the lunar fly-by on Monday when the crew will fly around this mysterious far side, passing within 4,066 miles of the surface.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

The model shows how electrically driven reactions in dust storms release chemicals into the atmosphere, where they are later redeposited onto the surface.

From Science Daily • Apr. 5, 2026

The iconic photograph taken by astronaut William Anders captured the bright blue Earth against the vast darkness of space, with the Moon's cratered surface in the foreground.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

She grabbed Chase’s free arm, wrapped it around her neck, and kicked toward the surface.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith