NASA unveils plans for permanent moon base as stepping stone to Mars
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NASA has announced plans for a permanent base on the moon as part of a multi-year project, with the goal of establishing a sustained human presence on the lunar surface. NASA chief Jared Isaacman stated that America is returning to the moon "this time to stay." The base could eventually cover the size of a large city, and the agency has its sights set on Mars as the next destination. The announcement was made during a news conference updating journalists and the public on the mission's progress.
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