#Earth-Day

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Image of Earth split by the terminator line. The terminator divides Earth’s surface diagonally, shrouding the top left half in darkness. Earth’s illuminated surface is mostly blue and covered in swirling white clouds.

Space

NASA Releases Artemis II Earth View For Earth Day

NASA released an Earth Day image captured by Artemis II astronauts showing the line between night and day on Earth.

Key Takeaways

NASA released an Artemis II Earth image for Earth Day.
The image shows the line between night and day on Earth.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 22, 2026·via nasa.gov

From Earthrise to Artemis II, NASA uses Earth Day to frame decades of planetary observation

NASA is linking the iconic 1968 Earthrise image to newly released Artemis II photography as it highlights the evolution of Earth observation technology and its role in monitoring the planet.

Key Takeaways

NASA released a new Artemis II image of Earth captured on April 6 from near the Moon.
The agency linked the photo to Apollo 8’s 1968 Earthrise image and the history of Earth Day.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 22, 2026·via science.nasa.gov