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- 1SpaceX Starship Flight 14 launches with booster splashdown●SpaceX Starship Flight 14 - Launch & Booster Splashdown - LAUNCH STREAM
SpaceX conducted the fourteenth test flight of its Starship rocket, launching from Starbase, Texas. The mission featured a live-streamed liftoff and the controlled splashdown of the Super Heavy booster, continuing the company's campaign to demonstrate reusability of the largest rocket ever built. Spaceflight watchers closely track each flight for progress on booster recovery and upper-stage performance.
- 2SpaceX Starship launches on first orbital mission from Texas▼SpaceX’s Starship launches on first orbital mission from Texas
SpaceX launched its Starship on its first orbital mission from its Starbase facility in Texas. The flight marks a major milestone for the company's next-generation rocket, which is central to plans for deep space travel and NASA's lunar ambitions. The launch drew widespread attention as the largest and most powerful rocket system to attempt an orbital-class mission.
- 3SpaceX launches first Starship orbital flight test●SpaceX launches Starship's 1st orbital flight test
SpaceX launched the maiden orbital test flight of its Starship rocket from its Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas. The integrated Super Heavy booster and Starship lifted off on a planned sub-orbital trajectory, though the vehicle was lost minutes into the flight after the rocket failed to complete its full ascent. The test was closely watched as a milestone in the development of the most powerful rocket ever built.
- 4SpaceX launches Starship on first orbital flight test●SpaceX successfully launches Starship's 1st orbital flight test
SpaceX has launched its Starship rocket on its first orbital flight test from Starbase in Texas, a milestone for the company's next-generation launch system. The flight marks the first combined test of the Super Heavy booster and Starship upper stage, a vehicle central to NASA's plans for returning astronauts to the Moon and to Elon Musk's long-term goal of missions to Mars.
- 5SpaceX prepares Starship's first orbital flight test▼SpaceX to attempt Starship's 1st orbital flight test
SpaceX is preparing to attempt the first orbital flight test of its Starship, the largest and most powerful rocket ever built, from its Starbase facility in Texas. The test is a key milestone in the company's push toward reusable deep-space transport, with NASA counting on a Starship variant to land astronauts on the Moon under the Artemis program.
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SpaceX has launched its Starship rocket on its first orbital flight test, a milestone for the company's next-generation launch system. The flight, conducted from SpaceX's facility in Texas, is being watched as a key step toward future deep-space missions, including NASA's lunar plans. Details about how the test unfolded are still emerging, and reaction is focused on what the outcome means for the program.
- 7SpaceX Starship Prepares for First Orbital Flight Attempt●SpaceX Starship to attempt first orbital mission with 14th flight
SpaceX is preparing its Starship rocket for another test flight, with the 14th flight attempt expected to be the vehicle's first full orbital mission. The program has been conducting iterative test launches from Texas, progressively extending the rocket's capabilities. Interest is high because an orbital flight would mark a major milestone for the vehicle that SpaceX intends to use for Moon and Mars missions.
- 8SpaceX prepares for first orbital flight of Starship●SpaceX shoots for first orbital flight of Starship
SpaceX is aiming to conduct the first orbital test flight of its Starship spacecraft, the largest and most powerful rocket ever developed. The launch, planned from the company's Starbase facility in Texas, marks a major step toward Elon Musk's goal of deep-space travel and future Moon and Mars missions, drawing wide attention from space watchers worldwide.
- 9SpaceX launches Starship rocket on first orbital mission●SpaceX launches giant Starship rocket on first mission to orbit Earth
SpaceX has launched its giant Starship rocket on its first mission intended to reach orbit around Earth. The test flight from Starbase in Texas marks a major milestone for the largest and most powerful rocket ever built, which Elon Musk's company hopes will eventually carry crews to the Moon and Mars.
- 10Starship launches in first attempt to reach orbit●Starship, world's most powerful spacecraft, launches in attempt to orbit Earth for first time | WATCH LIVE
SpaceX's Starship, described as the world's most powerful spacecraft, launched in a first attempt to orbit Earth. Viewers followed the flight live as the giant rocket lifted off from Texas, with coverage focusing on whether the vehicle could complete its inaugural orbital test flight.
- 11SpaceX Launches Starship on First Orbital Test Flight●SpaceX Launches Starship for First Orbital Test
SpaceX launched its Starship spacecraft on its first orbital test flight, a major milestone for the company's next-generation rocket designed for missions to the Moon and Mars. The test drew widespread attention as the most powerful rocket ever built attempted the unprecedented flight from SpaceX's Starbase facility in Texas.
- 12SpaceX Starship megapocket to launch to orbit for first time▼SpaceX's Starship megarocket launching to orbit for 1st time ever today: Watch it live
SpaceX is preparing its Starship megarocket for its first-ever attempt to reach orbit, with the launch available to watch live. The uncrewed test flight from Starbase, Texas, marks a major milestone for the most powerful rocket ever built, which NASA plans to use for future Artemis moon missions. Space enthusiasts and industry watchers are following the countdown closely, as the debut orbital test carries high expectations for SpaceX's next-generation launch system.
- 13SpaceX's Starship Prepares for Its First Orbital Flight●SpaceX's Starship Is Set to Make Its First Orbital Flight https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/28/science/space/spacex-starsh
SpaceX's Starship, the largest rocket ever built, is set to attempt its first orbital flight. The test from SpaceX's Starbase facility in Texas would mark a major milestone in the company's effort to develop a fully reusable launch system for missions to the Moon and Mars. Space watchers are awaiting confirmation of the launch window and whether the rocket can complete a full orbit and controlled reentry.
- 14SpaceX Starship launches on first orbital mission from Texas▼SpaceX's Starship launches on first orbital mission from Texas https://www.npr.org/2026/09/28/nx-s1-5983418/spacex-stars
SpaceX launched its Starship rocket on its first orbital mission from Starbase in Texas, according to NPR reporting. The flight marks a major milestone for the company's next-generation launch system, which NASA has tapped for future lunar missions. Details about the mission's duration and outcome remain limited in available reporting.
- 15SpaceX Starship Prepares for First Orbital Flight Attempt▼SpaceX Starship to attempt first orbital flight
SpaceX is preparing its Starship rocket for its first attempt at reaching orbital velocity, a major milestone in the development of the fully reusable launch system. The test flight from the company's Starbase facility in Texas would mark the most ambitious trial yet for the largest rocket ever built. Observers are watching closely, as success would clear the path for future lunar and Mars missions planned around the vehicle.
- 16SpaceX attempts Starship's first orbital flight test●SpaceX attempts Starship's 1st orbital flight test
SpaceX is attempting the first orbital flight test of its Starship rocket, the most powerful launch vehicle ever built. The test from SpaceX's Texas facilities is a key milestone in the company's efforts to develop a fully reusable spacecraft for missions to the Moon, Mars, and beyond.
- 17SpaceX's Starship Launches From South Texas, Ends in Hard Landing●SpaceX’s Starship launches from South Texas, returns to Earth with a thud
SpaceX launched its Starship rocket from its South Texas facility, with the flight ending in a hard, destructive return to Earth. The latest test flight followed the company's pattern of gathering data through failures, and attention is focused on what the outcome means for future Starship missions and NASA's lunar plans.
- 18SpaceX's Starship reaches orbit for the first time●SpaceX впервые вывела Starship на орбиту Земли Запуск был произведен с космодрома Starbase в Техасе в 07:49 утра по мест
SpaceX has launched its Starship spacecraft into Earth orbit for the first time. The rocket lifted off from the Starbase spaceport in Texas at 07:49 local time (15:49 Kyiv time). Unlike the previous 14 launches, which followed only a suborbital trajectory, this flight is expected to last about ten hours in orbit, according to BBC reporting.
- 19Helene and Texas floods expose flaws in US disaster policy●The aftermath of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina and the floods in Texas’ Hill Country expose weaknesses in federal a
Reporting on Hurricane Helene's aftermath in North Carolina and the deadly floods in Texas' Hill Country points to weaknesses in federal and state policies that let people keep building and living in areas where homes can be swept away. ProPublica argues both disasters show how permitting and floodplain rules fail to keep residents out of high-risk zones, renewing debate over land-use and disaster preparedness reform.
- 20SpaceX Aims for First Orbital Starship Test Flight▼SpaceX targets first-ever orbital Starship test flight
SpaceX is preparing for the first orbital test flight of its Starship spacecraft, the most powerful rocket ever built. The launch, targeted from the company's Starbase facility in Texas, would mark a major milestone in efforts to develop a fully reusable vehicle capable of carrying crews to the Moon and Mars. Space watchers are closely tracking preparations for the debut flight.
- 21Inside a Texas immigration court where children fight to stay●Exclusive: ‘I have no one’: Inside a Texas immigration court where children fight to stay in the US
CNN reports from a Texas immigration court where unaccompanied migrant children, many with no parent or lawyer present, argue their own cases to remain in the United States. One child quoted in the exclusive says simply, 'I have no one,' underscoring the isolation minors face in proceedings that can decide whether they are deported or allowed to stay.
- 22SpaceX launches first orbital Starship test flight●WATCH AGAIN: SpaceX launches first-ever orbital Starship test flight
SpaceX carried out the first-ever orbital test flight of its Starship rocket, the most powerful launch vehicle ever built. The uncrewed flight lifted off from the company's Starbase facility in Boca Chica, Texas, and was widely watched and replayed online as a milestone in spaceflight. The test gathered attention for its scale and for what it means for future Moon and Mars missions.
- 23SpaceX prepares Starship for first orbital flight attempt●SpaceX prepares for Starship's first orbital attempt
SpaceX is making final preparations for the first orbital test flight of its Starship rocket, the most powerful launch vehicle ever built. The uncrewed test from Starbase in Texas is a key step toward future missions to the Moon and Mars, and observers are watching closely for whether the vehicle can reach orbital velocity and survive reentry.
- 24SpaceX's Starship Performs Successfully in First Orbital Flight Test▼SpaceX's Starship Rocket Does Its Job During First Orbital Flight
SpaceX's Starship, the largest rocket ever built, completed its first orbital flight test, with the vehicle doing its job during the inaugural launch from Texas. The flight is seen as a milestone for the company's deep-space ambitions and future Moon and Mars missions. Observers are weighing the performance against expectations for the highly anticipated test.
- 25Crowds gather at Starbase ahead of Starship launch▼Crowds flock to SpaceX's Starbase for close look at Starship on eve of launch
Crowds have gathered at SpaceX's Starbase facility in Texas for a close-up look at the Starship rocket on the eve of its launch. Spectators and space fans are converging on the site as the vehicle is prepared on the pad, with the upcoming flight drawing widespread attention to the company's next-generation rocket program.
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CNN reports from a Texas immigration courtroom where children as young as toddlers are required to appear before immigration judges, many without legal representation. The report highlights how US immigration proceedings process young migrant children, renewing debate over the treatment of migrant families and minors in the court system.
- 27Man Shot by ICE Officer in Austin Was Venezuelan National●BREAKING: Man shot by ICE officer in Austin is illegal immigrant from Venezuela, DHS sources say
Federal sources say a man shot by an ICE officer in Austin, Texas was an undocumented immigrant from Venezuela. The Department of Homeland Security identified the man according to reporting, though details about the circumstances of the shooting and his condition have not been confirmed. The incident is drawing attention amid ongoing debate over immigration enforcement operations in US cities.
- 28SpaceX Prepares for First Starship Orbital Flight●LIVE: SpaceX prepares for first Starship orbital flight
SpaceX is preparing for the first orbital test flight of its Starship spacecraft, with live coverage following final preparations at its launch site in Texas. The test marks a key milestone for the vehicle SpaceX intends to use for missions to the Moon and eventually Mars. Observers are watching closely to see whether the rocket can complete its ascent and orbital attempt, and what lessons the company draws from the debut launch.
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SpaceX is preparing for the first orbital flight test of its Starship spacecraft. The fully reusable rocket system, developed in Texas, is central to the company's plans for lunar and Mars missions. The upcoming launch is drawing wide attention as it would mark a major milestone in commercial spaceflight.
- 30Whistleblower Adrian Martinez dies after reporting sexual assault in US Army●New, from our magazine by Jesús Jank Curbelo: Adrian Martinez died after becoming a sexual assault whistleblower against
The Texas Observer published a report by Jesús Jank Curbelo on the death of Adrian Martinez, who became a whistleblower after reporting a sexual assault within the U.S. Army. Officials say he took his own life, but his family disputes that account. The report highlights how the military treated him poorly after he came forward with his allegations.
- 31SpaceX readies first orbital Starship test flight▼SpaceX in the US prepares first orbital Starship flight — CNBC
SpaceX is preparing the first orbital flight of its Starship rocket from its Texas facilities, according to CNBC. The launch would mark the first time the company attempts to send its next-generation, fully reusable spacecraft into orbit, a milestone seen as crucial for future missions to the Moon and Mars. Observers are watching for regulatory approval and a launch date as anticipation builds across the space industry.
- 32SpaceX readies Starship Flight 14 for Monday launch▼SpaceX preps Starship Flight 14 for historic first orbital test launch Monday
SpaceX is preparing Starship Flight 14 for a test launch from Texas on Monday, which the broadcaster describes as a historic first orbital test. The flight is part of the company's campaign to prove the giant rocket for future missions. Details on the specific goals of this flight remain limited ahead of the liftoff window.
- 33SpaceX Set to Test Launch Starship Rocket from Texas▼SpaceX Starship rocket test launch Monday from Texas: Everything to know
SpaceX is preparing another test flight of its Starship rocket from its launch site in Texas on Monday. The upcoming launch has drawn attention as the company continues developing the massive vehicle intended for deep-space missions, including eventual trips to the Moon and Mars. Coverage focuses on what to expect from the flight, launch timing, and how the test fits into SpaceX's broader Starship programme.
- 34ICE agent shoots DoorDash driver in Austin, Texas●ICE agent shoots DoorDash driver in Austin, TX: New video of aftermath
A federal immigration agent shot a DoorDash delivery driver in Austin, Texas, and newly released video shows the aftermath of the incident. The footage has drawn widespread attention as immigration enforcement operations face growing scrutiny, with questions mounting over the circumstances of the shooting and why an agent opened fire on a delivery worker.
- 35SpaceX Starship reaches orbit for the first time●‘Starship is in orbit’: cheers go up as huge SpaceX rocket circles Earth for first time https://www. theguardian.com/sci
SpaceX's giant Starship rocket has circled Earth in orbit for the first time, launching from Texas, with cheers erupting at mission control and celebrations spreading among space fans worldwide. The milestone is seen as a major step for the vehicle intended for Moon and Mars missions, after years of test flights that ended in explosions or early failures.
- 36SpaceX launches most powerful rocket ever from Starbase●SpaceX Successfully Launches ‘Most Powerful Rocket Ever Made’ From Starbase, Texas. The Stock Price Did Not React Much
SpaceX launched its Super Heavy-Starship rocket, described as the most powerful rocket ever made, from its Starbase facility in Texas. The flight went ahead successfully, but financial commentary noted that the stock price of Tesla, where SpaceX is not directly listed, barely reacted to the news. Observers pointed out that investor reaction to space milestones has become muted compared with earlier launches.
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Fresh polling in the Texas Senate race is circulating among political watchers, fueling debate about the contest's trajectory and what the numbers could mean for control of the chamber. Commenters are weighing which candidates the surveys favor and whether recent polling shifts might reshape campaign strategies in the months ahead.
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SpaceX carried out a Starship launch, the latest test flight of its giant next-generation rocket developed in Texas. The flight is drawing widespread attention as the Starship program is central to NASA's plans to return astronauts to the Moon and to Elon Musk's ambitions for missions to Mars. Audiences worldwide are following updates on how the vehicle performed during the test.
- 39SpaceX Starship launch could make history in Texas▼SpaceX's Starship could make history. Where you can watch launch in Texas
SpaceX is preparing another Starship launch from its Starbase facility in South Texas, with the flight potentially marking a historic milestone for the rocket program. Coverage is focused on when the launch will happen and where spectators can watch it along the Texas coast near Boca Chica and Corpus Christi. Local outlets are publishing viewing guides as interest builds ahead of liftoff.
- 40Musk's Sunbelt Investments Are Reshaping His Business Empire●See How Elon Musk’s Sunbelt Investments Are Reshaping His Business Empire
Elon Musk has been shifting his companies' footprint toward the US Sunbelt, moving Tesla's headquarters to Texas and concentrating operations in states like Texas and Nevada. The Wall Street Journal examines how this southward expansion is changing the structure and priorities of his business empire, from manufacturing to his broader corporate strategy.