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'The court has to intervene now': Indigenous groups and conservationists condemn SpaceX's South Texas land swap

A coalition of environmental and tribal groups filed an emergency injunction to stop a land swap between SpaceX and the federal government, saying courts should rule on its legality.

Space

SpaceX Faces Major Lawsuit as Starship Tests Destroy Homes in Port Isabel and South Padre Island

Homeowners in South Texas are suing SpaceX, alleging that Starship rocket tests caused structural damage to their properties, including cracked walls and shifting foundations, due to sonic booms and vibrations.

International Business Times UK

SpaceX: Five key moments, from first launch to Starship megarocket

More than 20 years after its founding, SpaceX made history Friday with its record-high stock market debut, crowning a unique journey marked by dazzling successes but also catastrophic failures and unfulfilled promises.

The Economic Times

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At Musk's Starbase, the rise of SpaceX brings fortunes and fractures

In Texas, SpaceX's bustling Starbase is a double-edged sword, fueling economic growth while drawing thrill-seekers to the area. Unfortunately, the excitement of rocket launches is taking a toll on nearby residents, leading to ongoing lawsuits over property damage. Alongside this, a tragic incident highlighting workplace safety risks has left many…

The Economic Times

At Elon Musk's Starbase, the rise of SpaceX brings fortunes and fractures

SpaceX's rapid expansion in South Texas, centred around its Starbase facility, is bringing economic benefits and global attention. However, the company's rocket launches are also causing significant property damage to local residents, fueling lawsuits and environmental concerns. The growing divide highlights the complex realities of progress and its consequences for…

The Economic Times

'Sad and Pathetic' Nicki Minaj Blasted as 'MAGA Has-Been' After SpaceX Launch Visit to Elon Musk

Nicki Minaj's surprise appearance at SpaceX's Starbase for a Starship launch attempt sparked online debate after the launch was scrubbed due to technical issues, intertwining celebrity, technology and politics.

International Business Times UK

Nicki Minaj SpaceX Cameo: MAGA Rapper Suffers Embarrassing Rocket Launch Flop

Nicki Minaj's appearance at SpaceX's Starbase coincided with a failed Starship V3 launch, highlighting the intersection of celebrity, politics, and aerospace ambitions.

International Business Times UK

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Death at SpaceX’s Starbase prompts workplace safety investigation

SpaceX has had seven OSHA violations in the past year. Despite the worker’s death, the next rocket launch is scheduled for May 21.

The Texas Tribune

Will Starship launch from foreign shores? SpaceX 'constantly exploring' options for megarocket liftoff sites

SpaceX just revealed that it's on the hunt for additional launch sites for its Starship megarocket, eyeing locations both inside and beyond the United States.

Space

12 times rockets and spacecraft crashed and burned in 2025

We saw quite a few milestones notched in the final frontier this year. But there were a number of failures as well, some of them quite dramatic.

Space

SpaceX's 1st 'Version 3' Super Heavy Starship booster buckles under pressure during initial tests

SpaceX began testing the newest version of its Starship Super Heavy booster overnight Thursday (Nov. 20), but by Friday morning (Nov. 21), it was clear those tests did not go as planned.

Space

Nine Years After Delivering 1st DGX, Nvidia's Jensen Huang Hand-Delivers New DGX Spark To Elon Musk

Nine years after gifting Elon Musk the first DGX AI supercomputer, Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang personally delivered the company's latest innovation — the DGX Spark, dubbed the "world's smallest AI supercomputer" — to Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO at SpaceX's Starbase facility in Texas.

Benzinga

Watch SpaceX launch its Starship Flight 11 megarocket test flight today

SpaceX plans to launch Flight 11 of its huge, reusable Starship rocket on Monday evening (Oct. 13), and you can watch the action live.

Space

What the heck is 'AI Appreciation Day'? Turns out it was started by an Elon Musk admirer who camped outside of SpaceX Starbase for a year hoping to talk to the billionaire about AI regulation

Some claim that the day was started to promote a movie, but its creator says he wants to encourage ethical AI development.

PC Gamer

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The Guardian - UK

Fear, hope and loathing in Elon Musk’s new city: ‘It’s the wild, wild west and the future’

Starbase in Texas, where the world’s richest man has a rocket-launching facility, was incorporated this week. Mars obsessives are flocking there – but some long-term locals are far from happy

Capital & Main

DOGE Cuts ‘Hurting’ Residents in Elon Musk’s Backyard in Rural Texas

While the tech billionaire slashes jobs and services, local food banks, veterans' health care and college students all suffer.

The Texas Tribune

County judge approves election to decide whether SpaceX launch site will become a city

If a majority of the roughly 500 residents living around the South Texas site vote yes in May, Starbase will be the state’s newest city.

Space

SpaceX to launch Starship megarocket's Flight 7 test mission on Jan. 13

SpaceX aims to launch Starship Flight 7 on Monday (Jan. 13), an ambitious test that will feature an attempted launch-tower catch of the first-stage booster.

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The Texas Tribune

SpaceX wants to turn its Texas launch site into a city

Citing all the work the company has put into the region, employees are requesting a special election in Cameron County to incorporate a city.

International Business Times

SpaceX Set For Starship's Next Flight, Trump Expected To Attend

SpaceX is poised for its next Starship megarocket test flight on Tuesday, with US President-elect Donald Trump expected to witness the second ever attempt to catch its descending booster stage in the launch tower's "chopstick" arms.

Fortune

Elon Musk, having assembled his 'cavalry,' says he'll remain a big player in American politics after the presidential election

Tesla CEO posted that he just voted in Texas.

The Guardian - US

Millions of Americans cast their ballots – as it happened

Harris thanks Democratic staffers in Washington DC and says ‘we have so much work to do’ during phone-banking session

Space

What time is SpaceX's Starship Flight 5 launch test today (and how to watch online)?

SpaceX will launch its fifth Starship launch test, called Starship Flight 5, in what will be an audacious attempt to capture the giant rocket's booster at its launch site on Sunday, Oct. 13.

Space

SpaceX rolls Starship Super Heavy booster to launch pad ahead of 5th test flight (video, photos)

SpaceX moved its fifth Starship Super Heavy booster to the launch pad in preparation for a coming test flight, which could occur in the next few weeks.

Space

SpaceX lands FAA license for next Starship megarocket launch on June 6

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), on Tuesday (June 4), issued a launch license to SpaceX for its Starship Flight 4 test mission currently scheduled to lift off no earlier than Thursday, June 6.

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