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Artemis II astronauts captured a stunning 'Earthset' image as Earth dipped below the moon's horizon during their return journey from a lunar fly-by. This photo serves as a deliberate nod to the iconic 'Earthrise' image taken by Apollo 8 in 1968.

Artemis II Captures Historic Earthset

Artemis II astronauts snapped a stunning shot of Earthset – the moment when the Earth dips below the moon's horizon – on their long journey back home after wrapping up a historic lunar fly-by. NASA released the photo of Earth dropping below the rugged lunar edge, showcasing a unique perspective from space.

Homage to Apollo 8's 'Earthrise'

This 'Earthset' image is a deliberate nod to the iconic 'Earthrise' image taken by Apollo 8 astronaut Bill Anders in 1968. That shot 57 years ago helped capture the public's imagination when it was taken during the first human spaceflight to orbit the Moon. The Artemis II crew's new photograph reflects this historical precedent in space exploration.

*Source: SCMP (2026-04-07)*

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