{
  "id": 19178345,
  "title": "NASA needs more astronauts for moon missions and beyond. You can apply now, but only until Dec. 3",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/09/nasa-needs-more-astronauts-for-moon-missions-and-beyond-you-can-apply",
  "topic": "science",
  "section": "Science",
  "published": "2026-11-09T16:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Space.com",
    "slug": "space-com",
    "url": "https://www.space.com/space-exploration/human-spaceflight/nasa-needs-more-astronauts-for-moon-missions-and-beyond-you-can-apply-now-but-only-until-dec-3"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "NASA is seeking new astronaut candidates for upcoming moon missions and potential missions to Mars. The U.S. space agency announced a call for applications on Nov. 7, with the deadline for submissions being Dec. 3. NASA chief Jared Isaacman emphasized the importance of these individuals, stating that they could walk on the moon, work at the Moon Base, and help pioneer systems and operations for Mars exploration. The selected candidates will begin a two-year training program at NASA's Johnson Space Center (JSC) in Houston. Requirements include U.S. citizenship, a master's degree in a STEM field, or an alternative path like completing work toward a doctoral program or having extensive flight hours. NASA has selected 25 astronaut classes in its history, with the 2027 group set to be the 25th.",
  "summary": "On Saturday (Nov. 7), NASA put out the call for applications for a new class of astronauts. Applications are due by Dec. 3.",
  "key_points": [],
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}