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"Astronauts Return Safely After ISS Mission Delayed by Starliner"

#Nasa #SpaceX

Nasa astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams returned to Earth after nine months on the International Space Station, due to Boeing's Starliner capsule failure. Their Dragon capsule, with Nick Hague and Alexander Gorbunov, splashed down in Florida. read more


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"SpaceX Capsule Welcomed by Dolphins Upon Astronauts' Return"

#Nasa #SpaceX

Dolphins greet returning Nasa astronauts from space mission. Dolphins swim near SpaceX capsule in Gulf of Mexico welcoming Butch Wilmore, Suni Williams, Nicholas Hague, and Aleksandr Gorbunov. Wilmore and Williams were stuck on ISS for 9 months due to Boeing capsule issue. read more

Elon Musk's SpaceX Surpasses Tesla in Value Amid Stock Market Sell-Off

#TrumpAdministration #SpaceX

Donald Trump and Elon Musk visit Teslas at the White House, with SpaceX now Musk's most valuable asset as Tesla stocks drop. Musk focuses on restructuring while leading government efficiency efforts in "Doge". read more

NASA Closures Stoke Concerns Over Elon Musk Influence and Costs

#NASA #SpaceX

Officials under Trump and Musk are closing two key NASA offices, potentially increasing costs and granting Musk more power over the agency. Critics warn of conflicts of interest and fear that SpaceX's influence is on the rise. read more

SpaceX's Starship Explosion: Setback for Elon Musk's Mars Programme

#SpaceX #StarshipExplosion

SpaceX's Starship spacecraft exploded after takeoff in Texas, resulting in the failure of Elon Musk's Mars rocket program for the second time this year. Debris was visible in the skies near Florida and the Bahamas as the rocket spun out of control and exploded. read more

SpaceX Starship Explodes Midflight During Test, Debris Clouds Emerge

#SpaceX #rocket

SpaceX's Starship rocket, the largest ever built, exploded midflight during its latest test, marking the second failure this year. The explosion disrupted air traffic over Florida due to falling debris, causing delays. Elon Musk's ambitions for Mars face setbacks. read more

SpaceX Engineer Threatens FAA Employees, Raises Conflict of Interest concerns

#SpaceX #ElonMusk

SpaceX engineer threatens FAA workers with termination if they hinder company's deal, as Elon Musk's political connections raise conflict of interest concerns. Musk has been involved in potential conflicts of interest, like rumors of a $400 million government contract for Tesla armored vehicles. read more

Elon Musk Faces Backlash Over $40 Million SpaceX Defense Contract

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Elon Musk faces backlash as SpaceX secures a new $40 million defense contract while advocating for federal spending cuts. Critics online question the ethics of the situation, prompting debates on conflicts of interest. read more

Trump urges SpaceX's Musk to rescue stranded NASA astronauts swiftly

#Trump #SpaceX

Donald Trump urges Elon Musk to retrieve NASA astronauts stranded by the Biden Administration from the International Space Station. Musk agrees to return Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore to Earth soon. read more

Blue Origin’s New Glenn Rocket Prepares for Historic Maiden Launch

#SpaceX #BlueOriginLaunch

Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin is set for the first launch of its New Glenn rocket from Florida's Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, aiming to rival SpaceX. The mission will include a landmark booster landing attempt on a sea barge in the Atlantic Ocean. read more

SpaceX's Starbase Expansion Spurs Petition for New City Formation

#SpaceX #Starbase

SpaceX is looking to transform its area in South Texas into a new city, Starbase. Residents are petitioning for incorporation, which would involve setting up local government and potentially bringing changes. The move is part of SpaceX's broader expansion in Texas. read more

Elon Musk's SpaceX Plans to Transform Starbase into New City

#SpaceX #StarbaseCity

Elon Musk aims to transform SpaceX's Starbase in Texas into a new city, as SpaceX requests local officials to consider incorporation. The site in South Texas, where Starship rockets are built, might soon become an official city, marking a new chapter. read more

Warren Stephens Chosen as US Ambassador to the UK

#SpaceX #USambassador

Trump attends SpaceX Starship rocket launch in Brownsville, Texas. Warren Stephens, a Republican mega-donor, chosen as the US ambassador to the UK by Trump. Stephens, an investment banker with a history of donating to conservative causes, will now represent the US in the UK. read more

Trump Questions Musk on SpaceX Booster's Reusability in Awkward Encounter

#SpaceX #TrumpMuskBond

Kai Trump captured an awkward moment between Donald Trump and Elon Musk at a SpaceX rocket launch when Trump asked if a booster that landed in the ocean could be reused. Musk chuckled and explained they have better versions in production. read more

SpaceX conducts sixth Starship test launch with Trump in attendance.

#SpaceX #StarshipRocket

SpaceX successfully launches Starship rocket in sixth test with Donald Trump present in Texas. Booster not caught by robot arms as in previous test, opting for splashdown in Gulf of Mexico instead. read more

Trump to attend SpaceX rocket launch, highlighting ties with Musk

#DonaldTrump #SpaceX

President-elect Donald Trump is likely to attend a SpaceX "Starship" rocket launch in Texas on Tuesday, indicating Elon Musk's influence in Trump's circle. The Federal Aviation Administration has imposed temporary flight restrictions for this VIP visit. read more

Tragic Loss: SpaceX Employee Found Dead After Beach Swimming

#SpaceX #EmployeeDeath

The body of missing SpaceX employee Kevin Edward Escobar was found on a Texas beach after he drowned while swimming at Boca Chica Beach, where SpaceX has a launch site. The Coast Guard conducted a search before his body washed ashore. read more

SpaceX Launches Starship, Successfully Catches Returning Booster with Robotic Arms

#SpaceX #StarshipRocket

SpaceX successfully launched and landed its Starship rocket using giant robotic arms at its Texas launch site. The empty Starship was caught by the returning booster in this innovative test. read more

California Rejects SpaceX's Rocket Launch Plans over Elon Musk's Politics

#SpaceX #ElonMusk

California Coastal Commission rejected SpaceX's plan for more rocket launches due to Elon Musk's deep involvement in US politics. Officials question if SpaceX activities are federal or private. Musk's political posts and support for Trump raised concerns. read more

Cards Against Humanity Sues SpaceX for Land Trespass and Damage

#CardsAgainstHumanity #SpaceX

Cards Against Humanity files a $15 million lawsuit against Elon Musk's SpaceX for alleged trespassing and damage to the game company's land in Texas. The land was purchased as a protest against Trump's border wall, with $15 contributed by 150,000 people. read more

NASA Selects SpaceX to Bring Home Stranded Astronauts Safely

#SpaceX #NASAastronauts

NASA selects SpaceX, led by Elon Musk, to recover stranded astronauts Sunita Williams and Barry Wilmore, bypassing Boeing's troubled Starliner capsule. Williams and Wilmore will return in February 2025 after arriving at the ISS in June 2024. read more

#ElonMusk #SpaceX

Elon Musk announced he is relocating SpaceX from California to Texas due to a law preventing schools from disclosing students' gender identities, believing such laws could force families and companies to leave. Governor Greg Abbott of Texas praised the move, solidifying the state's position in space exploration. read more

#ElonMusk #SpaceX

Elon Musk faces reports of inappropriate behavior at SpaceX, including pressuring female employees for sexual favors. Allegations involve relationships with interns and staff, prompting denials from company officials. read more

#SpaceX #NorthropGrumman

Elon Musk's SpaceX partners with Northrop Grumman on a US spy satellite system to track military targets from low-Earth orbits with superior resolution. The $1.8bn project aims to enhance reconnaissance capabilities while reducing risks in conflict zones. read more

#SpaceX #NLRB

SpaceX leads a lawsuit aiming to declare the National Labor Relations Board unconstitutional, sparking Amazon, Trader Joe's, and Starbucks to join. This move risks weakening federal agency regulations. Elon Musk and other billionaires target to stifle workers' rights and government oversight. read more