Mond has recently made headlines due to a probe landing on the South Pole-Aitken basin to collect samples, as part of a race to put astronauts on the lunar surface dubbed the 'Apollo programme on steroids.' NASA and China are both actively involved in lunar exploration efforts, with NASA Administrator Bill Nelson emphasizing the importance of the US reaching the moon before China. Additionally, English Heritage is investigating if Stonehenge aligns with the moon during the upcoming 'major lunar standstill,' while astronaut Tim Peake has hinted at coming out of retirement for a British space mission.
Mond, also known as the Moon, is Earth's only natural satellite and the fifth largest moon in the Solar System. It has been a subject of fascination and exploration for centuries, with various missions conducted by space agencies and private companies to study its surface and geology. The Moon plays a crucial role in Earth's tides and has been a source of inspiration for art, literature, and scientific research. Its proximity and unique characteristics make it an ideal target for further exploration and potential future human missions.