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Words alone won't get the stars and stripes to Mars

Elon Musk envisions sending astronauts to Mars, requiring overcoming technological challenges and sufficient funding to succeed.

SpaceX Starship 'destroyed' in 7th test in Elon Musk's quest for Mars

SpaceX's seventh Starship test flight was destroyed shortly after launch, highlighting ongoing challenges in reaching Mars.

SpaceX Repeats Thrilling Rocket Booster Catchbut Loses the Rocket

SpaceX's Starship rocket experienced a rapid disassembly after a successful booster catch on its test flight, highlighting ongoing challenges in spacecraft development.

I think there is life there. Today': the race to put a human on Mars in pictures

Musk aims to colonize Mars with an ambitious timeline, prioritizing interplanetary life to ensure humanity's longevity.

SpaceX launches its Starship rocket on latest test flight but spacecraft is destroyed

SpaceX's latest Starship test flight experienced a loss of contact, resulting in the spacecraft's destruction despite successful booster recovery.

Elon Musk's Net Worth Drops $5 Billion, But It Doesn't Matter Because He Owns Outer Space Now

Elon Musk's net worth decline is mainly due to Tesla's share drop.
Musk's wealth is bolstered by SpaceX and other ventures.
Even after losing billions, Musk remains the richest person by far.

Words alone won't get the stars and stripes to Mars

Elon Musk envisions sending astronauts to Mars, requiring overcoming technological challenges and sufficient funding to succeed.

SpaceX Starship 'destroyed' in 7th test in Elon Musk's quest for Mars

SpaceX's seventh Starship test flight was destroyed shortly after launch, highlighting ongoing challenges in reaching Mars.

SpaceX Repeats Thrilling Rocket Booster Catchbut Loses the Rocket

SpaceX's Starship rocket experienced a rapid disassembly after a successful booster catch on its test flight, highlighting ongoing challenges in spacecraft development.

I think there is life there. Today': the race to put a human on Mars in pictures

Musk aims to colonize Mars with an ambitious timeline, prioritizing interplanetary life to ensure humanity's longevity.

SpaceX launches its Starship rocket on latest test flight but spacecraft is destroyed

SpaceX's latest Starship test flight experienced a loss of contact, resulting in the spacecraft's destruction despite successful booster recovery.

Elon Musk's Net Worth Drops $5 Billion, But It Doesn't Matter Because He Owns Outer Space Now

Elon Musk's net worth decline is mainly due to Tesla's share drop.
Musk's wealth is bolstered by SpaceX and other ventures.
Even after losing billions, Musk remains the richest person by far.
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#rocket-launch

Fire destroys Starship on its seventh test flight, raining debris from space

SpaceX's Starship test flight ended in failure after the rocket broke apart less than nine minutes after launch, requiring potential FAA investigation.

SpaceX completes second catch of lower stage, but loses Starship

SpaceX successfully caught the first-stage booster during its seventh Starship launch but lost the upper stage and communications during ascent.

SpaceX loses another Starship after fire, explosion

Despite losing Starship during the seventh test flight, SpaceX successfully caught the Super Heavy booster, marking a mixed success for the mission.

Elon Musk's Starship rocket explodes during SpaceX flight test

SpaceX's Starship broke up in space shortly after launch, causing flight disruptions and signaling setbacks for Elon Musk's rocket program.

Rocket Report: China launches refueling demo; DoD's big appetite for hypersonics

SpaceX's achievements in rocket landings and upcoming launches represent a major advancement in the aerospace industry.

SpaceX halted rocket launch seconds before takeoff after a plane flew into the liftoff area

SpaceX halted a Falcon 9 launch due to an aircraft in restricted airspace, demonstrating strict safety protocols in rocket launches.

Fire destroys Starship on its seventh test flight, raining debris from space

SpaceX's Starship test flight ended in failure after the rocket broke apart less than nine minutes after launch, requiring potential FAA investigation.

SpaceX completes second catch of lower stage, but loses Starship

SpaceX successfully caught the first-stage booster during its seventh Starship launch but lost the upper stage and communications during ascent.

SpaceX loses another Starship after fire, explosion

Despite losing Starship during the seventh test flight, SpaceX successfully caught the Super Heavy booster, marking a mixed success for the mission.

Elon Musk's Starship rocket explodes during SpaceX flight test

SpaceX's Starship broke up in space shortly after launch, causing flight disruptions and signaling setbacks for Elon Musk's rocket program.

Rocket Report: China launches refueling demo; DoD's big appetite for hypersonics

SpaceX's achievements in rocket landings and upcoming launches represent a major advancement in the aerospace industry.

SpaceX halted rocket launch seconds before takeoff after a plane flew into the liftoff area

SpaceX halted a Falcon 9 launch due to an aircraft in restricted airspace, demonstrating strict safety protocols in rocket launches.
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#starlink

The full list of airlines that plan to offer WiFi using Elon Musk's Starlink

United Airlines will provide free Starlink WiFi on its regional aircraft by spring, with plans to upgrade its entire fleet.
Starlink's service leverages low-orbit satellites for reliable internet, setting it apart from competitors.

Starlink Direct-to-Cell Beta tests starting next week

SpaceX's Starlink Direct-to-Cell service beta tests are set to begin on January 27, 2025, following FCC approval.

Starlink rollout to United Airlines fleet to be accelerated

United Airlines will soon roll out Starlink for high-speed in-flight internet, enhancing passenger experience significantly.

SpaceX is superb at reusing boosters, but how about building upper stages?

SpaceX's Falcon 9 booster B1067 has achieved a record-breaking 25 successful launches, enhancing the capabilities of reusable rocket technology.

SpaceX's Starlink tackles fire after storms

SpaceX is providing free Starlink terminals to areas affected by the LA fires, showcasing its commitment to disaster response.

SpaceX had to abandon a rocket launch 11 seconds before liftoff over fears a plane flew into the launch area

SpaceX aborted a Falcon 9 rocket launch due to an aircraft violating restricted airspace right before liftoff.

The full list of airlines that plan to offer WiFi using Elon Musk's Starlink

United Airlines will provide free Starlink WiFi on its regional aircraft by spring, with plans to upgrade its entire fleet.
Starlink's service leverages low-orbit satellites for reliable internet, setting it apart from competitors.

Starlink Direct-to-Cell Beta tests starting next week

SpaceX's Starlink Direct-to-Cell service beta tests are set to begin on January 27, 2025, following FCC approval.

Starlink rollout to United Airlines fleet to be accelerated

United Airlines will soon roll out Starlink for high-speed in-flight internet, enhancing passenger experience significantly.

SpaceX is superb at reusing boosters, but how about building upper stages?

SpaceX's Falcon 9 booster B1067 has achieved a record-breaking 25 successful launches, enhancing the capabilities of reusable rocket technology.

SpaceX's Starlink tackles fire after storms

SpaceX is providing free Starlink terminals to areas affected by the LA fires, showcasing its commitment to disaster response.

SpaceX had to abandon a rocket launch 11 seconds before liftoff over fears a plane flew into the launch area

SpaceX aborted a Falcon 9 rocket launch due to an aircraft violating restricted airspace right before liftoff.
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Speculation: Dump Gold on Mars

Creating artificial scarcity of gold on Mars can incentivize space colonization and generate economic interest.
#nasa

Two private landers head to the moon to aid future NASA astronauts

Two private lunar landers launched by SpaceX support NASA's Artemis program, aiming to test technologies for future crewed missions to the Moon.

SpaceX launches U.S and Japanese landers to the moon

SpaceX launched two lunar landers, aiming to advance lunar exploration for U.S. and Japanese companies with a focus on scientific experiments and potential resources.

2 private lunar landers head toward the moon in a roundabout journey

SpaceX launched two lunar landers for U.S. and Japanese companies to boost lunar exploration business.

Trump, Musk set sights on Mars

Trump's inaugural address pledged to send American astronauts to Mars, reflecting a bold, national vision for space exploration.

Here's what NASA would like to see SpaceX accomplish with Starship this year

SpaceX is conducting its seventh test flight of Starship as part of ongoing iterations towards future space missions.

Blue Ghost Lunar Lander scheduled to launch on January 15th

SpaceX is launching two landers to the Moon's Mare Crisium region on January 15, marking a significant mission since 1976.

Two private landers head to the moon to aid future NASA astronauts

Two private lunar landers launched by SpaceX support NASA's Artemis program, aiming to test technologies for future crewed missions to the Moon.

SpaceX launches U.S and Japanese landers to the moon

SpaceX launched two lunar landers, aiming to advance lunar exploration for U.S. and Japanese companies with a focus on scientific experiments and potential resources.

2 private lunar landers head toward the moon in a roundabout journey

SpaceX launched two lunar landers for U.S. and Japanese companies to boost lunar exploration business.

Trump, Musk set sights on Mars

Trump's inaugural address pledged to send American astronauts to Mars, reflecting a bold, national vision for space exploration.

Here's what NASA would like to see SpaceX accomplish with Starship this year

SpaceX is conducting its seventh test flight of Starship as part of ongoing iterations towards future space missions.

Blue Ghost Lunar Lander scheduled to launch on January 15th

SpaceX is launching two landers to the Moon's Mare Crisium region on January 15, marking a significant mission since 1976.
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#safety

F.A.A. Temporarily Halts Launches of Musk's Starship After Explosion

SpaceX's Starship explosion raises safety concerns over commercial space travel and air traffic disruptions.

Elon Musk keeps launching rockets - and that's causing trouble for airlines

The recent rocket launch incident illustrates the growing disruption commercial space activities pose to airline operations.

F.A.A. Temporarily Halts Launches of Musk's Starship After Explosion

SpaceX's Starship explosion raises safety concerns over commercial space travel and air traffic disruptions.

Elon Musk keeps launching rockets - and that's causing trouble for airlines

The recent rocket launch incident illustrates the growing disruption commercial space activities pose to airline operations.
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#space-exploration

SpaceX's Starship Explodes After Launch, Filling Sky With Epic Streaks of Fire

SpaceX's Starship exploded during reentry, marking a significant setback for their testing program and raising concerns about safety.

2025 is Already Full of Space Tech Milestones | HackerNoon

2025 promises groundbreaking advancements and exploration in the space industry, with significant private and public missions shaping the future of space travel.

SpaceX catches Starship booster a second time, loses ship to an 'anomaly' in space | TechCrunch

SpaceX successfully caught the Super Heavy booster, but later lost contact with the upper stage, leading to its loss during a test flight.

Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin Rocket Launch Could Give SpaceX Some Competition

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket could be a significant competitor to SpaceX in the rocket launch industry.

SpaceX Will Launch Two New Moon Landers on One Rocket: What to Know

SpaceX's launch will deliver two lunar landers in a single mission, highlighting efficient space mission scheduling.

Jeff Bezos' Successful Blue Origin Launch Silences Skeptics

Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin successfully launched its New Glenn rocket into orbit, marking a notable achievement and potential competition for SpaceX.

SpaceX's Starship Explodes After Launch, Filling Sky With Epic Streaks of Fire

SpaceX's Starship exploded during reentry, marking a significant setback for their testing program and raising concerns about safety.

2025 is Already Full of Space Tech Milestones | HackerNoon

2025 promises groundbreaking advancements and exploration in the space industry, with significant private and public missions shaping the future of space travel.

SpaceX catches Starship booster a second time, loses ship to an 'anomaly' in space | TechCrunch

SpaceX successfully caught the Super Heavy booster, but later lost contact with the upper stage, leading to its loss during a test flight.

Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin Rocket Launch Could Give SpaceX Some Competition

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket could be a significant competitor to SpaceX in the rocket launch industry.

SpaceX Will Launch Two New Moon Landers on One Rocket: What to Know

SpaceX's launch will deliver two lunar landers in a single mission, highlighting efficient space mission scheduling.

Jeff Bezos' Successful Blue Origin Launch Silences Skeptics

Jeff Bezos' Blue Origin successfully launched its New Glenn rocket into orbit, marking a notable achievement and potential competition for SpaceX.
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#faa

The FAA is grounding SpaceX's Starship after its latest explosion

The FAA has ordered an investigation into SpaceX's Starship explosion, pausing its future missions until completed.

USA: SpaceX Starship rocket grounded pending probe DW 01/17/2025

FAA grounded SpaceX's Starship and mandated a mishap investigation following its disintegration during liftoff, underscoring safety concerns and operational protocols.

SpaceX and Blue Origin must investigate this week's big rocket tests, FAA says | TechCrunch

The FAA is conducting mishap investigations following incidents involving SpaceX and Blue Origin's rocket test flights.

US and Turks and Caicos to inquire into failed SpaceX launch leading to debris

SpaceX's Starship rocket test resulted in an investigation due to debris fallout affecting Turks and Caicos Islands.

FAA had to divert flights because of SpaceX Starship explosion | TechCrunch

SpaceX's Starship explosion caused FAA to divert flights, disrupting local air travel and leading to airport delays.

The FAA is grounding SpaceX's Starship after its latest explosion

The FAA has ordered an investigation into SpaceX's Starship explosion, pausing its future missions until completed.

USA: SpaceX Starship rocket grounded pending probe DW 01/17/2025

FAA grounded SpaceX's Starship and mandated a mishap investigation following its disintegration during liftoff, underscoring safety concerns and operational protocols.

SpaceX and Blue Origin must investigate this week's big rocket tests, FAA says | TechCrunch

The FAA is conducting mishap investigations following incidents involving SpaceX and Blue Origin's rocket test flights.

US and Turks and Caicos to inquire into failed SpaceX launch leading to debris

SpaceX's Starship rocket test resulted in an investigation due to debris fallout affecting Turks and Caicos Islands.

FAA had to divert flights because of SpaceX Starship explosion | TechCrunch

SpaceX's Starship explosion caused FAA to divert flights, disrupting local air travel and leading to airport delays.
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#starship

SpaceX's 7th Starship Test Launch: What to Know

SpaceX's upcoming Starship test flight is crucial for proving its reliability and capabilities for future missions to Mars.

A taller, heavier, smarter version of SpaceX's Starship is almost ready to fly

SpaceX's Starship will conduct its seventh test flight with significant upgrades focused on payload deployment and enhanced recovery of the Super Heavy booster.

SpaceX confirms next Starship launch target - Here's when it will take off

SpaceX aims to launch Starship's 7th test flight on January 13, 2025, following weather-related delays.

SpaceX launches next-generation Starship to practice releasing giant batches of Starlink satellites

SpaceX's seventh Starship launch signifies major advancements towards commercial reusable rockets, crucial for cost reduction and long-term goals like Martian habitation.

SpaceX's Starship explodes during ascent in its seventh test flight

SpaceX's seventh Starship test resulted in an explosion, yet demonstrated some success in engine operation and booster recovery.

SpaceX is about to attempt its seventh Starship rocket launch

SpaceX is set to launch its largest ever vehicle, Starship, for a seventh test flight aiming to refine its capabilities and deploy mock satellites.

SpaceX's 7th Starship Test Launch: What to Know

SpaceX's upcoming Starship test flight is crucial for proving its reliability and capabilities for future missions to Mars.

A taller, heavier, smarter version of SpaceX's Starship is almost ready to fly

SpaceX's Starship will conduct its seventh test flight with significant upgrades focused on payload deployment and enhanced recovery of the Super Heavy booster.

SpaceX confirms next Starship launch target - Here's when it will take off

SpaceX aims to launch Starship's 7th test flight on January 13, 2025, following weather-related delays.

SpaceX launches next-generation Starship to practice releasing giant batches of Starlink satellites

SpaceX's seventh Starship launch signifies major advancements towards commercial reusable rockets, crucial for cost reduction and long-term goals like Martian habitation.

SpaceX's Starship explodes during ascent in its seventh test flight

SpaceX's seventh Starship test resulted in an explosion, yet demonstrated some success in engine operation and booster recovery.

SpaceX is about to attempt its seventh Starship rocket launch

SpaceX is set to launch its largest ever vehicle, Starship, for a seventh test flight aiming to refine its capabilities and deploy mock satellites.
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#blue-origin

New Glenn's journey to space.

Blue Origin successfully launched New Glenn into orbit, marking a milestone in its space ambitions.
The rocket's launch provides Blue Origin with a newfound position to compete with SpaceX.

Bezos's Blue Origin rocket blasts off in challenge to Musk's SpaceX

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket has successfully launched, marking a significant milestone in the company's journey to compete in the satellite launch industry.

Blue Origin delays launch of New Glenn mega-rocket | TechCrunch

Delays in Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket launch highlight the challenges faced in space exploration.
The success of New Glenn is vital for Blue Origin to compete in the heavy-lift market.
Blue Origin planned New Glenn's launch as a crucial step in expanding its operations from sub-orbital to orbital.

Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos Become 'Best Friends' on X | Entrepreneur

Bezos and Musk publicly complimented each other after competing rocket launches, marking a shift from their usual animosity to a more amicable relationship.

New Glenn's journey to space.

Blue Origin successfully launched New Glenn into orbit, marking a milestone in its space ambitions.
The rocket's launch provides Blue Origin with a newfound position to compete with SpaceX.

Bezos's Blue Origin rocket blasts off in challenge to Musk's SpaceX

Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket has successfully launched, marking a significant milestone in the company's journey to compete in the satellite launch industry.

Blue Origin delays launch of New Glenn mega-rocket | TechCrunch

Delays in Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket launch highlight the challenges faced in space exploration.
The success of New Glenn is vital for Blue Origin to compete in the heavy-lift market.
Blue Origin planned New Glenn's launch as a crucial step in expanding its operations from sub-orbital to orbital.

Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos Become 'Best Friends' on X | Entrepreneur

Bezos and Musk publicly complimented each other after competing rocket launches, marking a shift from their usual animosity to a more amicable relationship.
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SpaceX plan to expand rocket landing zone sparks outrage in Hawaii

Hawaii and Texas residents opposed SpaceX's plan to increase rocket landings due to environmental concerns and lack of impact assessments.
#ispace

SpaceX launches two lunar landers to the moon

The collaboration between ispace and Firefly Aerospace highlights the growing partnership in private space exploration.

SpaceX sends a pair of lunar landers to the Moon

SpaceX's 100th Falcon launch marks a significant achievement in lunar mission initiatives.

Two lunar landers are on the way to the Moon after SpaceX's double moonshot

SpaceX successfully coordinated a dual launch for Firefly and ispace missions to the Moon, optimizing costs and logistics.

SpaceX launches two lunar landers to the moon

The collaboration between ispace and Firefly Aerospace highlights the growing partnership in private space exploration.

SpaceX sends a pair of lunar landers to the Moon

SpaceX's 100th Falcon launch marks a significant achievement in lunar mission initiatives.

Two lunar landers are on the way to the Moon after SpaceX's double moonshot

SpaceX successfully coordinated a dual launch for Firefly and ispace missions to the Moon, optimizing costs and logistics.
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California Coastal Commission faces more fallout from SpaceX decision, this time from Congress

California politicians are rallying to support SpaceX amidst conflicts with the Coastal Commission over national security and economic interests.
#qantas

Flights delayed by SpaceX's falling rocket debris | TechCrunch

SpaceX rocket debris warnings have led to flight delays for Qantas and other airlines traveling to South Africa.

SpaceX rockets returning to Earth are causing delays and disruption to flights over the Indian Ocean

SpaceX rocket re-entries are causing significant flight delays over the southern Indian Ocean, prompting calls for more precise scheduling from airlines.

Qantas South Africa flights delayed by falling debris from SpaceX rockets, airline says

Qantas is delaying flights to South Africa due to the re-entry of SpaceX rockets, citing unpredictable timing and governmental warnings.

Flights delayed by SpaceX's falling rocket debris | TechCrunch

SpaceX rocket debris warnings have led to flight delays for Qantas and other airlines traveling to South Africa.

SpaceX rockets returning to Earth are causing delays and disruption to flights over the Indian Ocean

SpaceX rocket re-entries are causing significant flight delays over the southern Indian Ocean, prompting calls for more precise scheduling from airlines.

Qantas South Africa flights delayed by falling debris from SpaceX rockets, airline says

Qantas is delaying flights to South Africa due to the re-entry of SpaceX rockets, citing unpredictable timing and governmental warnings.
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Demystifying the Department of Government Efficiency

Government processes are inefficient, contrasting with private sector agility in development.
Historical budget reviews have aimed to streamline government spending.
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Italy's plan to buy Starlink data deals a serious blow to European space network

Italy's potential agreement with SpaceX raises alarms over national sovereignty and EU unity amid the development of the Iris² satellite constellation.

Akio Toyoda Makes Subtle Dig At Elon Musk As Toyota Invests In Rockets

Toyota is expanding beyond cars into space technology to enhance mobility.
Investing in Interstellar Technologies marks Toyota's commitment to innovation in aerospace.

Annual power ranking of US launch companies finds a shake-up at the bottom

SpaceX remains the leading launch company in the U.S., showcasing its unparalleled number of missions and versatility in space operations.
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