# Artemis Program
Latest news and articles about Artemis Program
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SpaceX Pushes Starship V3 Debut: Technical Ambition Meets the Reality of Lunar Timelines
Elon Musk has delayed the first launch of the Starship V3 to May, highlighting the challenges of scaling the rocket for mass production. This iteration is crucial for NASA's Artemis missions, as it provides the 100-ton payload capacity and orbital refueling capabilities necessary for returning humans to the Moon.
Boots on the Ground: NASA Abandons the Gateway in Radical Lunar Pivot
NASA has announced a major strategic overhaul of its Artemis program, pausing the Lunar Gateway orbital station to focus on building permanent surface-based infrastructure. The new three-phase plan prioritizes long-term human residency on the Moon, with a crewed landing now targeted for 2028.
NASA’s Great Pivot: Scrapping the Gateway for a Permanent Lunar Foothold
NASA has paused its Lunar Gateway space station project to prioritize the development of permanent habitation and infrastructure on the lunar surface. This strategic pivot delays the next crewed lunar landing to 2028 while focusing on a three-phase plan for long-term human presence.
NASA’s Giant Leap Downward: Why Washington is Swapping Orbit for a $20 Billion Lunar Base
NASA is abandoning its plan for the orbital Lunar Gateway station in favor of a $20 billion permanent surface base. This strategic shift aims to accelerate the Artemis program, turning the Moon into a logistical hub for future nuclear-powered missions to Mars.