Leaders.com
  • Business
  • Leadership
  • Wealth
  • Master Classes
  • Business
    • Entrepreneurs
    • Executives
    • Marketing and Sales
    • Social Media
    • Innovation
    • Women in Business
  • Leadership
    • Personal Growth
    • Company Culture
    • Public Speaking
    • Productivity
    • Hiring
    • Social Issues
    • Leaders
  • Wealth
    • Investing
    • Cryptocurrency
    • Retirement
    • Venture Capital
    • Loans and Borrowing
    • Taxes
    • Markets
    • Real Estate
  • Master Classes
Innovation Artemis I

Artemis I launched early Wednesday morning (Photo by Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images)

By Tyler Hummel Leaders Staff

Tyler Hummel

Tyler Hummel

Tyler Hummel is a news writer for Leaders Media. He was the Fall 2021 College Fix Fellow and Health Care...

Full bio


Learn about our editorial policy

Nov 16, 2022

One Step Closer to the Moon 

After three months of launch delays, NASA’s Space Launch System (SLS) moon rocket has successfully begun its mission—and will begin working with private companies on the effort. 

Key Details

  • NASA’s Artemis I mission was launched early this morning from Kennedy Space Center, after a short pause for last-minute repairs and preparations. 
  • The mission was originally planned to launch on August 29 but was delayed three times, in addition to previous construction delays and cost overruns. 
  • The spacecraft now begins its 25-day unmanned test mission to orbit the moon, carrying a human-rated spacecraft in the farthest orbit from Earth in human history.  
  • The Orion capsule is expected to re-enter Earth’s atmosphere on December 11. 
  • The launch marks an important milestone for the future of space exploration and it is joined by similar promising successes in private space investment from SpaceX, Blue Origin, Boeing, and other startups that are beginning to find new ways to turn space into a profitable commercial venture.
  • SpaceX, a privately run business, has stated its intentions of reaching the moon and will collaborate with NASA for Artemis IV.

Why it’s News 

As we previously reported, the launch of Artemis I has been a tumultuous process. NASA purposely delayed the launch multiple times for the safety of the launch after discovering leaks. The program was announced in 2017, using recycled boosters from the space shuttle program, but delays and cost overruns have given the program a $4.1 billion per launch bill. NASA and Boeing’s reputations were hanging on a successful launch. 

This has been a good year for NASA overall with the launching of the James Webb space telescope, the successful deflection of a near-Earth asteroid test, the successful launch of the Capstone lunar orbiter, and last week’s successful test of its new inflatable heat shield technology. It also plans to launch a lunar rover in 2023. The future of space exploration is filled with opportunity. 

Backing up a Bit 

The launch marks the first step in landing American astronauts on the moon again for the first time since Apollo 17 in 1972. Artemis II is planned to orbit the moon in 2024 with a crew and Artemis III is planned to land four astronauts on the moon in 2025. Artemis III will be the seventh manned mission to successfully land on the moon. 

Notable Quote 

“For once I might be speechless. You guys know I’ve talked a lot about appreciating the moment we’re in. We’ve worked hard as a team—you’ve worked hard as a team—for this moment. This is your moment. It is not by chance you are here today. Look around at this team and know you’ve earned your place in the room, this moment, and history,” says launch director Charlie Blackwell-Thompson. 

Home / News / One Step Closer to the Moon 
Share
FacebookTweetEmailLinkedIn

Related Stories

Parent’s Wealth Tip The Scales In SAT Scores and College Admissions

by PJ Howland Leaders Staff
Wealth

Oct 25, 2023

Parent's wealth tips the scales for SAT numbers

New data shows a strong correlation between family income and SAT scores, indicating the exam may act as a “wealth test” that advantages higher-income students.

Key Details

  • Students from wealthier families tend to score higher on the SAT than lower-income peers due to advantages like well-funded schools, tutors, and extracurricular activities.
  • The pandemic has exacerbated SAT score disparities, with average scores dropping the most among disadvantaged groups.
  • Addressing the gap requires increased funding for lower-income school districts and expanding access to test prep resources.
  • Children from the top 1% of families are twice as likely to attend an Ivy-Plus college (Ivy League, Stanford, MIT, Duke, and Chicago) compared to middle-class families with similar SAT/ACT scores.

Go deeper

FacebookTweetEmailLinkedIn

Seattle Takes The Crown For Advanced Tech Talent

by PJ Howland Leaders Staff
Tech

Oct 24, 2023

Seattle tech talent

Seattle has emerged as the metro area with the most advanced tech talent, beating out tech hubs like San Francisco and Silicon Valley.

Key Details

  • According to a new ranking by the Burning Glass Institute, Seattle has the highest proportion of advanced tech workers compared to other cities with similarly sized tech workforces.
  • The ranking evaluated 60 million high-paying, in-demand tech job postings and histories to identify cities with cutting-edge roles like AI and cybersecurity rather than legacy tech positions.
  • With tech giants Amazon and Microsoft headquartered in Seattle, the city edged out the San Francisco Bay Area, Boston, Austin, and Raleigh on the list.
  • The report found that demand for software developers and IT support specialists has declined over the past five years as companies seek more specialized tech talent.

Go deeper

FacebookTweetEmailLinkedIn

More Americans Can’t Keep Up With Car Payments

by Colin Baker Leaders Staff
Loans and Borrowing

Oct 23, 2023

car loans, used cars

A record number of Americans are behind on their car loan payments as higher interest rates and prices weigh on consumers.

Key Details

  • According to data from Fitch Ratings, 6.11% of car loans were at least 60 days delinquent in September, the highest since tracking began in the early 2000s.
  • Some interest rates on used cars can rise to as much as 21%, according to Bankrate.
  • Soaring prices and rising interest rates are squeezing consumers, making it difficult for some to keep up with their auto loans.

Go deeper

FacebookTweetEmailLinkedIn
Chevron Gas Deal
Markets

Oct 23, 2023

Chevron Makes $53 Billion Deal Amid Surging Gas Prices

by PJ Howland Leaders Staff
nike logo
Company Culture

Oct 20, 2023

Nike to Require More In-Office Days From Employees

by Colin Baker Leaders Staff
blue collar workers
Retirement

Oct 20, 2023

Explaining The ‘C+ Grade’ Retirement Ecosystem in The United States

by PJ Howland Leaders Staff

Recent Articles

Hiring

Nov 1, 2023

Learn the Winning Answers to the Most Common Phone Interview Questions

Come to your next phone interview fully prepared

Personal Growth

Oct 30, 2023

85 Quotes on Self-Love to Boost Your Self-Esteem

Don’t fall into the trap of harsh self-criticism

Company Culture

Oct 27, 2023

What is a Sabbatical? Your Ticket to Restful Growth and Meaning

Sabbaticals can benefits both employees and businesses

  • Business
  • Leadership
  • Wealth
Join the Leaders Community

Get exclusive tools and resources you need to grow as a leader and scale a purpose-driven business.

Subscribing indicates your consent to our Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy

Leaders.com
  • Privacy Policy
  • About
  • Careers
  • Cookie Policy
  • Terms
  • Disclosures
  • Editorial Policy
  • Member Login

© 2025 Leaders.com - All rights reserved.

Search Leaders.com