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Artemis II Launch: Rocket Soars Despite Toilet Trouble

4/2/2026

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After liftoff, Space Launch System rocket reached orbit in nine minutes.
During the Artemis II livestream, Commander Reid Wiseman entered his tablet PIN, prompting jokes about security.
The launch faced challenges, including a temperature error and a communication issue.
Mission specialist Christina Koch reported a jammed capsule toilet.
Ground teams are drafting instructions to fix toilet, and the mission aims to last ten days with the crew close to Earth.

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After liftoff, Space Launch System rocket reached orbit in nine minutes.
During the Artemis II livestream, Commander Reid Wiseman entered his tablet PIN, prompting jokes about security.
The launch faced challenges, including a temperature error and a communication issue.
Mission specialist Christina Koch reported a jammed capsule toilet.
Ground teams are drafting instructions to fix toilet, and the mission aims to last ten days with the crew close to Earth.