Artemis II astronauts send messages home before splashdown

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11 Apr 2026 • 7:54 PM MYT
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  • Artemis II astronauts, including US astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen, safely returned to Earth.
  • The crew splashed down in the Pacific Ocean on Friday, 10 April, following their journey from the Moon.
  • Before their historic return, the astronauts sent heartfelt messages to their families during a call with Senator Katie Britt on Thursday.
  • Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen shared an inspiring message for young people, encouraging them to do their best and find joy.
  • Hansen advised against putting excessive pressure on oneself for perfection, advocating for positive contributions instead.

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