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SpaceX targeting Feb. 28 for next launch of Starship megarocket

SpaceX plans to launch the eighth test flight of its Starship megarocket on Friday (Feb. 28), company founder and CEO Elon Musk says.

Space · Feb 24, 2025

SpaceX is the jewel in Musk's crown. That could prove a problem for Trump

Inside the $350bn startup that could rock the Trump-Musk bromance – and decide the future of humanity

Evening Standard · Feb 13, 2025

A red moon: Will the next 'Sputnik Moment' be made in China?

The next Sputnik Moment will take place against the backdrop of great power competition, as it did in the 1950s. This time, the top contenders are the U.S. and China.

Space · Feb 3, 2025

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Trump wants the US to land astronauts on Mars soon. Could it happen by 2029?

There are many obstacles to overcome before humans can set foot on Mars, including problems surrounding launch mass and closed-loop systems and the hazards of space radiation.

Space · Feb 3, 2025

How much did SpaceX's Starship Flight 7 explosion pollute the atmosphere?

The rapid unscheduled disassembly of SpaceX's Starship mega rocket may have released significant amounts of harmful air-pollution into the upper layers of Earth's atmosphere.

Space · Feb 2, 2025

Wall-E, is that you? Rise of AI delivery robots ...Tech and Science Daily podcast

With Ahti Heinla, the Skype co-founder who went on to run AI-powered robot delivery firm Starship Technologies.

Evening Standard · Jan 30, 2025

New York to Paris in 30 mins? How to achieve Elon Musk’s vision of rockets replacing long haul

Of all the things that Donald Trump’s return as US president could mean, one is that Elon Musk’s plan to use Starship rockets for long-distance flights on Earth could move forward. Dubbed Starship Earth to Earth, this would see passengers transported by rocket between cities. They would briefly leave the…

The Conversation · Jan 27, 2025

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Trump wants US to pursue 'manifest destiny' in space. What could that mean?

President Donald Trump recently invoked "manifest destiny" to outline a bold vision for America's space program. But what does this historic and controversial term mean when applied to outer space?

Space · Jan 27, 2025

Trump orders interim NASA chief to end DEI initiatives

NASA employees received a memo from acting agency administrator Janet Petro, Wednesday, mandating the closure of all diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility initiatives and contracts.

Space · Jan 23, 2025

400 rocket landings! SpaceX notches reuse milestone

SpaceX made some history during a Jan. 21 Starlink satellite launch from California, landing an orbital-class rocket for the 400th time.

Space · Jan 23, 2025

SpaceX launches 21 Starlink satellites to orbit on 1st flight since Starship explosion (video)

SpaceX launched 21 of its Starlink internet satellites early Jan. 21, five days after a test flight of the company's Starship megarocket ended in an explosion.

Space · Jan 20, 2025

SpaceX launches 27 Starlink satellites from California (video, photos)

SpaceX launched 27 more of its Starlink internet satellites from California's central coast on Tuesday (Jan. 21).

Space · Jan 18, 2025

US Grounds SpaceX's Starship After Fiery Mid-air Explosion

The United States on Friday grounded SpaceX's Starship and ordered Elon Musk's company to investigate why the spaceship spectacularly disintegrated in a fiery cascade over the Caribbean during its latest test mission.

International Business Times · Jan 17, 2025

US Grounds SpaceX's Starship Rocket Pending Probe

The US Federal Aviation Administration on Friday grounded SpaceX's Starship pending an investigation by Elon Musk's company into why the rocket's upper stage dramatically disintegrated in a fiery cascade over the Caribbean during its latest test flight.

International Business Times · Jan 17, 2025

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Space · Jan 17, 2025

FAA requiring investigation into SpaceX Starship's Flight 7 explosion

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration is requiring an investigation into the explosion of SpaceX's Starship upper stage during the vehicle's seventh test flight on Jan. 16.

The Independent UK · Jan 17, 2025

SpaceX launch accident likely caused by fire that sent trails of flaming debris near the Caribbean

SpaceX suspects a fire may have caused its Starship to break apart during liftoff and send trails of flaming debris near the Caribbean

Space · Jan 17, 2025

SpaceX Starship explosion likely caused by propellant leak, Elon Musk says

SpaceX has traced the likely cause of the explosion that destroyed its Starship vehicle during its Jan. 16 test flight to a leak of liquid oxygen or liquid methane.

Evening Standard · Jan 17, 2025

Space X Starship explodes minutes after launch from Texas forcing airlines to alter course

Video captured by Reuters showed orange balls of light streaking across the sky over the Haitian capital of Port-au-Prince, leaving trails of smoke behind

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The Independent UK · Jan 17, 2025

Elon Musk's SpaceX Starship debris streaks through sky after spacecraft destroyed

Debris from SpaceX’s Starship rocket fell through the sky after the spacecraft was destroyed following a booster catch back at the pad during its latest test flight on Thursday, 16 January.

International Business Times · Jan 17, 2025

SpaceX Catches Starship Booster Again, But Upper Stage Explodes

The FlightAware tracker showed several planes in the Atlantic altering course near the Turks and Caicos Islands, while users on X shared dramatic footage purportedly capturing the spaceship breaking apart in a fiery cascade during atmospheric re-entry.

International Business Times UK · Jan 17, 2025

SpaceX Spacecraft Destroyed? Here's What Happened At Today's Launch

SpaceX's 7th Starship launch saw a successful booster landing, but communication with the uncrewed upper stage was lost.

Top News · Jan 17, 2025

Spacex Aims For Long-Duration Flight Test In 2025

SpaceX's Starship spacecraft aims for key milestones in 2025, supporting NASA's Artemis program and deploying Starlink satellites.

Top News · Jan 17, 2025

Spacex To Conduct Thorough Investigation Into Starship Test Flight

SpaceX collaborates with regulators to investigate recent Starship incident, emphasizing rapid development and learning from mishaps for future space flights.

Top News · Jan 17, 2025

Spacex's Starship Aims To Make Humans Multi-Planetary Species

SpaceX and NASA collaborate on Starship for moon and Mars missions, with potential for commercial space travel and scientific endeavors.

Top News · Jan 17, 2025

Aircraft Rerouting Due To Spacex Starship Explosion Debris

Flight rerouting and holding due to SpaceX Starship incident. Safety measures in place to protect flights. Stay informed for a safe travel experience.

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