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NASA Selects Historic 10 Astronaut Candidates for Artemis Program

9/24/2025

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National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) announced 10 astronaut candidates, including six women, a historic first.
Over 8,000 applicants vied, highlighting NASA's diversity emphasis.
Dr. Imelda Muller is among the candidates and has low-Earth orbit experience.
The Artemis program aims to return astronauts to the Moon.
Mars missions may follow. Critics note reduced racial diversity in the latest selection.

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Story summary

National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) announced 10 astronaut candidates, including six women, a historic first.
Over 8,000 applicants vied, highlighting NASA's diversity emphasis.
Dr. Imelda Muller is among the candidates and has low-Earth orbit experience.
The Artemis program aims to return astronauts to the Moon.
Mars missions may follow. Critics note reduced racial diversity in the latest selection.