New footage shows moment Orion capsule hatch is opened at sea

New footage captures Orion capsule hatch opening at sea

A recent video reveals the instant a team of recovery specialists accessed the hatch of Artemis II’s Orion capsule following its splashdown. The four astronauts—Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover, Christina Koch, and Jeremy Hansen—were greeted with applause as they emerged safely. This mission marked a significant milestone, as the crew ventured farther from Earth than any humans before.

Steve Backshall documented the rare sight of two UK orcas, calling it one of his “greatest British wildlife moments.” Meanwhile, global landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Sagrada Família Basilica in Barcelona briefly turned off their lights on Saturday night. The 98-meter Space Launch System (SLS) and Orion spacecraft traveled four miles from the assembly facility to Kennedy Space Center’s Pad 39B in Florida.

“This was one of my greatest British wildlife moments,” said Steve Backshall upon spotting the orcas.

While the astronauts celebrated their return, other events unfolded across the world. Tenerife experienced snowfall due to Storm Therese, affecting the Canary Islands. The Met Office issued warnings for severe weather, citing strong winds and rain. London Zoo held its annual weigh-in, assessing over 10,000 animals to track their health.

Meanwhile, scientists discovered molecular traces in the atmosphere of planet K2-18b that resemble those generated by basic life forms on Earth. BBC Verify’s Ben Chu examined the data to confirm these findings. Additionally, a notable astronomical event was recorded in North York Moors National Park on 13 August, capturing the attention of stargazers globally.

President Trump recently suggested that wind power contributes to higher energy costs in the UK. Separately, an animal rights advocate, who studied chimpanzees, passed away at 91, leaving behind a legacy of groundbreaking research.