After 58 years, astronauts are preparing to return to the moon early this year, marking a new chapter in space exploration, according to Time. The mission follows the first lunar approach by astronauts in 1968 and represents a significant advancement in technology and capabilities.
The upcoming lunar mission revives concerns from the past, as expressed by Susan Borman, wife of Apollo 8 commander Frank Borman, who worried that visiting the moon would "ruin the moon," according to Time. Apollo 8 had two possible mission profiles, one safer and one riskier, before the December 21 launch, according to Time.
In other news, TIME Studios is partnering with Primordial Soup to distribute "ON THIS DAY… 1776," a new animated series that brings pivotal moments from America's founding year to life, according to Time. The series, created by filmmaker Darren Aronofsky's AI studio, uses both traditional filmmaking tools and emerging AI capabilities to tell short narrative stories about the Revolutionary War. Episodes are being released throughout 2026 on TIME's YouTube platform, coinciding with the 250th anniversaries of the events of 1776, according to Time. The series aims to reframe the Revolution "not as a foregone conclusion but as a fragile experiment shaped by those who fought for it," according to Time.
Meanwhile, Bill Maher recently told the California Post that "If Democrats Want to Win Elections Then Hollywood Celebrities Need to Shut the F— Up Because You’re Not Helping," according to Variety.
In entertainment, the Muppets celebrated their 50th birthday, marking a long and profitable run, according to Fortune. The Muppets, created by Jim Henson, debuted 50 years ago and have continued to delight and expand their fan base through films and YouTube, according to Fortune. The Muppets' reign, which began in the 1950s, has helped shape global culture, including educational television, and has earned billions in revenue, according to Fortune.
HBO Max continues to offer a wide array of films, ranging from thought-provoking documentaries to Oscar-nominated hits, according to Wired.
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