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Metro
19-06-2025
- Science
- Metro
Elon Musk's dream of reaching Mars in ruins after SpaceX Starship explodes again
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video The world's most powerful rocket has had yet another setback after exploding into a giant fireball during a routine test. The SpaceX Starship burst into a flames at Elon Musk's Starbase test site in Texas at 11pm local time (5am in the UK). The Starship is all part of Musk's dream to sending humans to Mars, but many of its flights have broken apart mid-flight. This time, the rocket had not even left the ground but was undergoing a static fire test. Video shows its nose suddenly bursting open with a huge ball of fire and smoke erupting from the blast. A static fire test is a pre-flight procedure where the rocket's engines are ignited while the vehicle is bolted to the launch mount. SpaceX said their Starship 36 rocket had suffered a 'major anomaly', but that 'all personnel are safe and accounted for'. They added: 'Our Starbase team is actively working to safe the test site and the immediate surrounding area in conjunction with local officials. 'There are no hazards to residents in surrounding communities, and we ask that individuals do not attempt to approach the area while safing operations continue.' However a loud rumble from the blast was felt by nearby residents, who reported their windows shaking and dishes rattling, according to ValleyCentral. The Texas blast comes weeks after a Starship crash landed moments after take-off. The rocket did reach space on May 27, but it began spinning soon afterwards and went out of control towards a crash landing in the sea. More Trending Its payload could also not be released because the door failed to open all the way. SpaceX boss Elon Musk said it was still a 'big improvement' on the last launches, which ended with flaming debris dramatically raining down from the sky over the Atlantic. Despite the setback, Mr Musk promised a faster pace in future with a Starship lifting off every three to four weeks for the next three flights. The powerful rockets are a key part of Nasa's plans to return humans to the Moon this decade, as well as potentially get to Mars after that. Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: Expert gives verdict on 'wrinkled mushroom' spotted on Mars MORE: Donald Trump opens up on Elon Musk being 'strange' and what went wrong in bromance MORE: Japan's best-selling singer addresses claims Elon Musk is father of her child
Time of India
19-06-2025
- Science
- Time of India
Watch: SpaceX test ends in blast at Texas site; all personnel safe, say officials
(Source:X) A SpaceX Starship prototype experienced a major anomaly during a test at the company's Starbase facility in Texas late Wednesday night, the company said on social media X. The rocket was seen bursting into a giant ball of fire during a routine test. The Starship 36 rocket was undergoing a static fire test at Elon Musk's Starbase site when its nose suddenly burst open, as seen in shocking footage. The blast caused the screen to flash white for a moment. When the light faded, a huge fireball spread across the ground while thick black smoke rose into the night sky. The incident happened around 11 pm. CT on June 18 while the spacecraft was on a test stand. SpaceX confirmed that all personnel are safe and accounted for, and that a safety perimeter had been maintained throughout the operation. The company's Starbase team is now working with local officials to secure the test site and the surrounding area. SpaceX said there are no hazards to people in nearby communities. 'We ask that individuals do not attempt to approach the area while safing operations continue,' the company stated. This was part of preparations for Starship's tenth flight test, although it is unclear how the anomaly will affect future plans. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo The cause of the anomaly has not been released. According to ValleyCentral, residents have reported that the massive explosion shook windows and rattled dishes, Firefighters rushed to the scene as the City of Port Isabel told residents that SpaceX had a problem during testing. Officials said they are keeping an eye on the situation, according to KRGV.
Global News
30-05-2025
- Business
- Global News
Starbase city residents may lose some of their property rights
Elon Musk's SpaceX headquarters, Starbase, has informed residents of the newly incorporated city that they may 'lose the right to continue using' their property as they currently do, according to media reports. The announcement comes as the town redraws its zoning laws, CNBC reported, adding that the notice was sent to property owners as part of a proposed 'mixed-use district' memo that outlines plans to allow space for 'residential, office, retail, and small-scale service uses.' View image in full screen SpaceX's Starship rocket launches from Starbase during its second test flight in Boca Chica, Texas, on Nov. 18, 2023. TIMOTHY A. CLARY / Getty Images The city of Starbase was officially launched on Thursday by SpaceX. Story continues below advertisement According to Valley Central, a local subsidiary of CBS, Starbase's mayor, Robert Peden — who is also a senior SpaceX executive — and the city commission, held the town's first public meeting at The Hub, a building owned by SpaceX. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen. Sign up for breaking National newsletter Sign Up By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy During the meeting, a city administrator was hired, construction regulations were approved and a committee was set up to oversee the city's long-term development, CNBC says. 'We're just real excited to get things going here,' city administrator Kent Myers told Valley Central. 'A lot of work has been accomplished over the last six months or so, and we're here to celebrate the new city.' Myers, who accepted the job on Thursday morning, signed the notice sent out by Starbase. Story continues below advertisement Many of the city's administrative staff work for or are affiliated with SpaceX in some capacity, including city commissioners Jenna Petrzelka and Jordan Buss, according to their LinkedIn profiles. Earlier this month, townsfolk voted overwhelmingly in favour of establishing the SpaceX headquarters as an official city. The decision to formally incorporate Starbase was made on May 3 by a total of 218 voters. The small group of electors cast their ballots 212 'for' and six 'against,' according to results published online by the Cameron County Elections Department. Most of the electorate lives in the area and is employed by Musk at SpaceX, and the company owns the majority of Starbase land. On Wednesday, SpaceX launched its ninth Starship test mission that went awry. Its now infamous spacecraft briefly breached the Earth's atmosphere before cascading into the Indian Ocean. Musk had also planned to launch eight simulator satellites following liftoff, which did not happen because the spacecraft's doors failed to open fully. Shortly after, it began to spin out of control. The company later confirmed that the spacecraft experienced 'a rapid unscheduled disassembly,' adding in an online statement that its team 'will continue to review data and work toward our next flight test.' Story continues below advertisement The previous two Starships never made it past the Caribbean, while more demos earlier this year ended just minutes after liftoff, raining wreckage into the ocean. No injuries or serious damage were reported, although airline travel was disrupted. The Federal Aviation Administration last week cleared Starship for another flight, expanding the hazard area and pushing the liftoff outside peak air travel times. A public hearing to discuss Starbase's zoning plans is scheduled for June 23. — With files from The Associated Press
Yahoo
16-02-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Gigi Sullivan becomes first girl to win Section 9 large-school boys wrestling championship
Gigi Sullivan made history on Saturday as the first female wrestler to claim a large-school Section 9 title. 'It was definitely harder (than expected),'' said Sullivan, the top seed at 101 pounds in the Division I meet at Monroe-Woodbury, 'because you can't mess up … like you're the first seed and you can't lose and that brings more pressure but I still got it done so it was good.'' Sullivan, 14 and an eighth grader, breezed through her quarterfinal and semifinal wins, setting up a finals confrontation with No. 2 seed Evan Gomez, an eighth grader from Valley Central. Sullivan (28-3 headed into sections) had a little size advantage on Gomez (28-4). The match remained tight throughout with Sullivan prevailing 3-2. More: Wrestling: Top seeds beat No. 2 in every sectional Division I final 'When I was on top and it was getting close, I just knew to stay calm and keep wrestling through for the rest of the match,'' she said. 'The last 30 seconds I was trying to get out. I was actually very happy,'' when it was over. Even in victory, Sullivan was critical of her own performance before coach John Gartiser told her everything was alright because she had won. 'I would have obviously liked it to be better but it can't always be that way,'' she said. 'I won and that's all that matters.'' Sullivan was fully aware of the historic nature of her accomplishment – Charlie Wylie of Port Jervis won a small-school Division II sectional title last year. 'It does mean a lot because I have been wanting to do this,'' she said. More: Section 9 boys wrestling scores, schedule for the 2024-25 season More: Mid-Hudson wrestlers claim seven gold medals at Eastern States wrestling meet Like all the other Section 9 qualifiers, Sullivan will head to states, hopeful of a solid performance. MVP Arena in Albany will host on Feb. 28-March 1. 2024 SECTIONALS: Here are the seeds, final results for the Section 9 Division I wrestling tournament. 'I definitely want to place,'' she said. 'There's nothing to lose up there. I've got to wrestle my best.'' kmcmillan@ X / Twitter: @KenMcMillanTHR This article originally appeared on Times Herald-Record: Gigi Sullivan wins Section 9 101 pound wrestling title
